| Birth Day | October 21, 1943 |
| Birth Place | New Zealand |
| Age | 80 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Libra |
Elizabeth Laird, a renowned children's author from New Zealand, is speculated to have a staggering net worth of $550 million by 2024. With an illustrious career spanning several decades, Laird has captivated countless young minds with her enchanting storytelling and relatable characters. Her ability to immerse readers in captivating worlds full of imagination and life has earned her recognition and success both in New Zealand and globally. As her popularity continues to soar, it is no surprise that her net worth is projected to reach such impressive heights.
An English author of children's fiction, she is best known for works such as Red Sky in the Morning (1988) and Kiss the Dust (1991). Her Carnegie Medal and Children's Book Award-nominated works include picture books, novels, and short stories.
She worked as a Teacher in Malaysia at age eighteen and later taught English in Ethiopia. She graduated from Bristol University with a degree in French.
Her book, The Garbage King, won the Children's Book of the Year Award from the Scottish Arts Council.
She was the New Zealand-born child of Scottish parents. She had two sons, Angus and william, with her husband, David McDowall.
She is a contemporary of fellow children's book author, Michael Morpurgo.
