Author: Jean M. Auel
Fuller name: Untinen Auel, Jean Marie
Alternate names: Jean Marie Untinen Auel; Jean Marie Auel; J. M. Auel
Born: 18 February 1936
Bio: Jean Marie Auel (/aʊl/; née Untinen; born February 18, 1936) is an American writer who wrote the Earth's Children books, a series of novels set in prehistoric Europe that explores human activities during this time, and touches on the interactions of Cro-Magnon people with Neanderthals. Her books have sold more than 45 million copies worldwide.


<p><small>Photo: Aaron Johanson</small></p>