Sarah Shepherd is a producing manager and screenwriter from the United Kingdom, known for her work on the feature films "Barbie" (2023) and "The Old Guard" (2020), as well as the miniseries adaptation of "The Imitation Game" (2014). She has also co-written and produced the audiobook "Crown Lake," which was released by Meet Cute in 2019.
Early Life and Education
Sarah Shepherd was born on August 11, 1978, in Wiltshire, England. Sheattended New York University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1999 and a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Brooklyn College in 2004. While at New York University, Shepard worked at Time Inc. Custom Publishing and produced lifestyle magazines for corporate clients.
Career
After graduating, Shepard began freelancing as a ghostwriter, writing lifestyle columns and articles. She later switched to writing her own books, with her first novel, "The Visibles," published in the UK. Her most successful series, "Pretty Little Liars" and "The Lying Game," were both turned into television series by ABC Family (now Freeform).
Notable Works
"The Lying Game" is a mystery series about twins, Emma and Sutton Mercer, who grow up分离，后来重逢，发现彼此生活中隐藏着惊天秘密."Pretty Little Liars" follows the lives of five teenagers who were best friends in high school as they navigate the complexities of adolescence, fame, and their complicated relationships with the mysterious 'A' character.
Awards
Sarah Shepherd has won several awards for her work, including the Mary Love Collins Award from her college sorority, the Alumni Association Award from medical school, and the Crimson Apple Teaching Award.
Personal Life
Sarah Shepherd and her husband, Scott, have two children, a daughter and a son. As a patient, she has personal experience with preterm labor and hospitalization. In her spare time, she enjoys running and lives in a house divided by her love for the University of Oklahoma (OU) Sooners and her husband's Dallas Cowboys.
Legacy
Sarah Shepherd continues to write and produce content, with her latest project being the audiobook "Penny Draws," a young adult fiction series. She also contributes to podcasts and speaks on topics related to her passions and experiences in the entertainment industry.
Conclusion
Sarah Shepherd is a versatile and talented individual whose work spans across film, television, and literature. With her extensive body of work and dedication to her craft, she has established herself as a respected figure in the world of entertainment.