Brenda Ueland

Born in 1891
  • Brenda Ueland was a writer, journalist, and writing teacher born in Minnesota.

  • She attended Barnard College and spent much of her adult life in New York before returning to Minnesota.

  • Ueland came from a progressive family; her father was a prominent lawyer and judge, while her mother was a suffragette.

  • This upbringing influenced Ueland's feminist views and independent spirit.

  • She lived by the principles of truth-telling and following her desires.

  • Ueland is best known for her book "If You Want to Write," which encourages creativity and self-expression.

  • Her approach to writing and life emphasized authenticity and individual voice.

Books by Brenda Ueland