What did jean auel do before writing her books?

Answer 1

She was a housewife and mother of five children. She had been a student and had worked at jobs that had no special meaning to her.

She wrote her first book, "Clan of the Cave Bear," at her kitchen table with reference books piled around her. She spent a great deal of time doing research because she wanted to know first hand about the experiences she was describing in her book, such as knapping flint.

Since 1978 she has been an author.

Answer 2

Before writing her books, Jean Auel worked as a technical writer and editor for various companies. She also studied at the University of Portland and the University of Oregon, focusing on business administration and a variety of other subjects.