Alice Sebold

American author of 'The Lovely Bones'

Alice Sebold - American author of 'The Lovely Bones'
Born

September 6th, 1963
61 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Alice Sebold is an American author recognized for her literary works. The novel 'The Lovely Bones', published in 2002, achieved widespread acclaim and was later adapted into a feature film directed by Peter Jackson. Sebold's debut memoir, 'Lucky', details her experience as a survivor of a brutal assault while a college student. The narrative of both works combines themes of trauma, loss, and resilience. Sebold's writing often reflects personal experiences and confronts complex societal issues.

Authored 'The Lovely Bones'

Wrote memoir 'Lucky'

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