Brook Busey, professionally known as Diablo Cody, hailed from Lemont, Illinois. After a string of unfulfilling jobs with various agencies, she relocated to Minneapolis and discovered her passion for writing and acting. As the Arts Editor for a local independent weekly publication, she created a popular blog detailing her brief stint as a stripper. The blog caught the attention of her manager, Mason Novick, who encouraged her to write a book based on her experiences. The book, "Candy Girl," was published in 2006 to great acclaim.
Novick also urged Cody to try her hand at screenwriting, and her first attempt, "Juno," was picked up by Fox Searchlight. The film's instant success earned her an Academy Award for Best Screenplay in 2008.
Since then, Cody has written and produced a wide range of films, including cult hits and box office successes, such as "Jennifer's Body," "Young Adult," "Tully," and "Lisa Frankenstein." She has also been involved in the development of the television series "United States of Tara."
In addition to her work in film and television, Cody penned the book for the successful Broadway musical "Jagged Little Pill," which is based on the music of Alanis Morissette. Currently, she resides in Los Angeles.
