Kathryn Stockett
Kathryn Stockett was born in 1969 and is currently 57 years old. Kathryn Stockett was born in Jackson, Mississippi, USA.
Kathryn Stockett is known for writing in the Historical Fiction and Literary Fiction genres.
Kathryn Stockett has written 2 standalone novels, starting with The Help in 2009. The most recently released novel was The Calamity Club, which was released in 2026. There are no upcoming standalone novels by Kathryn at this time.
Kathryn Stockett was inducted into the Nielsen Bestseller Awards' 21st Century Platinum Hall of Fame for her Platinum Bestseller
The Help.
Kathryn Stockett: Awards & Accolades
Stockett's books have won multiple awards, The Help won the BookBrowse Awards, Best Book, in 2009 as well as the Goodreads Awards - Best Fiction in 2009, Audie Award - Best Fiction in 2010.
Kathryn Stockett books have also been nominated for multiple awards, The Help was nominated for the Goodreads Awards, Favorite Book of 2009, in 2009 as well as the British Book Awards - International Author of the Year in 2010, Alex Awards - Best Book in 2010, Goodreads Awards - Best of the Best in 2018.
Kathryn Stockett: Lists & Other Mentions
- The Help:
- New York Times: #1 Fiction Best Seller in 2010 and 2011.
- Barnes & Noble: #1 Hardcover Fiction Best Seller in 2010.
- Wall Street Journal: #1 Hardcover Fiction Best Seller in 2010.
- AbeBooks: 100 (Fiction) Books to Read in a Lifetime Selection in 2018.
- Good Housekeeping: 100 Best Books to Read by Women Authors Selection in 2021.
- WordsRated: America’s 100 Favorite Books Selection in 2024.
- Publishers Weekly: Bestselling Novel in the United States in 2009 and 2010.
- Book Riot: From Zero to Well-Read in 100 Books Selection in 2013.
- BBC: Radio Oxford 100 Books You Must Read Before You Die Selection in 2020.
- TES Magazine: Teacher's Favourite Books List Selection in 2013.
- PBS: The Great American Read Selection in 2018.
Kathryn Stockett: TV/Movies Based on Books
The Help was adapted into a 2011 film. It was a very fast turnaround as the book was only released in 2009 and the rights weren't secured until 2010 when DreamWorks acquired the rights.
The film was written and directed by Tate Taylor. It starred Emma Stone as Eugenia "Skeeter" Phelan, Viola Davis as Aibileen Clark, Octavia Spencer as Minerva "Minny" Jackson, Jessica Chastain as Celia Rae Foote, Allison Janney as Charlotte Phelan, and Bryce Dallas Howard as Hillary "Hilly" Walters Holbrook. The film was shot in the town of Greenwood, Mississippi and they were able to make it look more like the Jackson, Mississippi of the 1960s. The author was extremely happy that the book was set in Mississippi as she said that she'd have been heartbroken if it were set anywhere else.
The film was a box office success grossing over $200 million worldwide and was received strongly by critics. However, the book and film have been criticized for historical accuracy and racial insensitivity. Many of the actors have since expressed regrets over appearing in the film.
The Help received numerous accolades with the biggest one being Octavia Spencer winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film. The film received three other nominations, but no other wins.
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Kathryn Stockett: F.A.Q
When was Kathryn Stockett Born? How old is Kathryn Stockett?
Kathryn Stockett was born in 1969. Kathryn Stockett is currently 57 years old.
Where was Kathryn Stockett Born?
Kathryn Stockett was born in Jackson, Mississippi, USA and is American.
What book awards has Kathryn Stockett won?
The Help: BookBrowse Awards: Best Book (2009),
Goodreads Awards: Best Fiction (2009), Audie Award: Best Fiction (2010).
What was the first book Kathryn Stockett wrote?
The first book written by Kathryn Stockett was The Help, published in 2009.
What was the most recent book Kathryn Stockett wrote?
Her most recently released work was The Calamity Club on May 5th, 2026.
What is the most popular book by Kathryn Stockett?
Based on the number of readers on Book Notification, the most popular Kathryn Stockett book is
The Help. Here are her most popular books and their average ratings:
- The Help (8.90)
- The Calamity Club (8.70)
What genres does Kathryn Stockett Write?
Kathryn Stockett primarily writes in the Historical Fiction and Literary Fiction genres. Her work includes sub-genres such as Women’s Fiction, Social Commentary, and Historical Literary Fiction.
Are there upcoming new books by Kathryn Stockett?
Kathryn Stockett does not have any upcoming books with a set publication date within the next few months at this time.
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How many books has Kathryn Stockett written?
Kathryn Stockett has written 2 books. All of her books are Standalone Novels.