Rhonda Byrne

Author

Rhonda Byrne, an Australian television writer and producer, is renowned for her groundbreaking work on the law of attraction, a concept that suggests our thoughts can directly influence our lives. Born in Melbourne, Byrne’s life took a dramatic turn following her father’s death in 2004, plunging her into a deep depression. It was her daughter Hayley’s suggestion to read Wallace D. Wattles’ *The Science of Getting Rich* that ignited Byrne’s journey to create *The Secret*. This influential book, published in 2006, encapsulates the principles of the law of attraction and claims that all great figures in history, from Abraham Lincoln to Beethoven, were aware of this powerful force.

Byrne’s *The Secret* achieved phenomenal success, selling over 19 million copies in more than 40 languages and grossing $300 million from both the book and its accompanying DVD. The film adaptation and the book captured the global imagination, and Byrne’s teachings gained widespread recognition after her appearance on *The Oprah Winfrey Show*. The acclaim led to Byrne being featured in TIME magazine’s TIME 100 list of the most influential people in 2007.

Following the success of *The Secret*, Byrne published several sequels, including *The Power* in 2009 and *The Magic* in 2010. These books continued to build on her original ideas, addressing readers’ queries and expanding on the principles of manifestation. Byrne’s later works, such as *Hero* (2013), *How The Secret Changed My Life* (2016), and *The Greatest Secret* (2020), further solidified her position as a leading voice in the self-help genre.

In addition to her bestselling books, Byrne released *The Secret Manifestation Cards* to provide readers with practical tools for applying manifestation principles in their daily lives. Her impact on personal development and popular culture was further underscored by the 2020 Hollywood adaptation of *The Secret*, titled *The Secret: Dare to Dream*, starring Katie Holmes and Josh Lucas. Rhonda Byrne’s contributions continue to inspire and empower individuals globally, reinforcing her legacy as a transformative figure in self-help and personal growth.