Melody Beattie

Melody Beattie (born 1948) is an American author known for self-help and recovery writing, particularly on codependency. She is best known for *Codependent No More*, a widely read book that helped popularize the concept of codependency and offered guidance for people affected by addiction and dysfunctional relationships. Beattie has written additional works in the same vein, including daily meditation and reflection books for readers seeking practical support and emotional clarity. Her writing draws on recovery principles and emphasizes boundaries, self-care, and personal responsibility. Through accessible, direct prose, she has influenced recovery communities and the broader self-help field.