Deborah Moggach (b.1948) is a British author and screenwriter renowned for her engaging novels that often explore themes of love, relationships, and personal transformation.
Born in Birmingham, England, Moggach studied at the University of East Anglia and began her writing career in the late 1970s. She gained significant acclaim for her novel The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2004,) which was later adapted into a successful film, showcasing her knack for capturing the nuances of aging and adventure.
Other notable works include Heartbreak Hotel (2001,) a poignant exploration of love and loss, and The Carer (2018,) which delves into the complexities of caregiving and familial bonds. Moggach’s novels are often characterized by their sharp wit and emotional depth, making her a favorite among readers.
Moggach has adapted numerous novels for television and authored acclaimed adaptations like Love in a Cold Climate (1990) and The Diary of Anne Frank (2009.) Her screenplay for Pride and Prejudice (2005) received a BAFTA nomination, while Goggle-Eyes (1997) won a Writers Guild Award. Her comic novel These Foolish Things (2004) inspired The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2011,) and Tulip Fever (1999) was also adapted into a film in 2017.
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You keep your past by having sisters. As you get older, they’re the only ones who don’t get bored if you talk about your memories.
—Deborah Moggach
Whatever you do they will love you; even if they don’t love you they are connected to you till you die. You can be boring and tedious with sisters, whereas you have to put on a good face with friends.
—Deborah Moggach
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