Valerie Biden Owens

About the Author

Valerie Biden Owens, the younger sister of President Joe Biden, has long been a pivotal figure in the Biden family, serving as a trusted advisor, campaign manager, and confidante throughout his political career. Born in Scranton, Pennsylvania, she grew up in a close-knit Irish Catholic family, navigating the joys and tragedies that shaped their resilience. As a trailblazing political operative, Owens managed her brother's successful Senate campaigns and played key roles in his presidential bids, all while raising her own family and pursuing a career in education and nonprofit work. In her memoir 'Growing Up Biden: A Memoir,' she offers an intimate portrait of the Biden family's triumphs and heartaches, revealing the personal stories behind one of America's most prominent political dynasties with warmth, humor, and unflinching honesty.