Terry Goodkind was an American author best known for his epic fantasy series, The Sword of Truth. Born on January 11, 1948, he began his writing career in the 1990s, with the first book, Wizard's First Rule, published in 1994. The series gained a large following and was adapted into a television show, further increasing its popularity. Goodkind's works often explore themes of individualism, morality, and the struggle between good and evil. He published several other novels and series throughout his career, contributing significantly to the fantasy genre until his passing on September 17, 2020.