Janice Kaplan

I spent a year living gratefully to write "The Gratitude Diaries" and I'm delighted that the book has encouraged so many readers to gain a more positive outlook. My new book "What Your Body Knows About Happiness" brings a new twist to the story, looking at how the powerful body-brain loop influences us in ways we never imagine. It's full of surprising insights on how you can be happier and more creative every day.

As the editor-in-chief of Parade magazine and the executive producer of many primetime network TV specials, I met and interviewed big stars and political figures. In the novels I've written, I had fun bringing my experiences in these (supposedly) glamorous worlds to my readers. In all my books, my goal is always to make readers happier