Allison Amend
American novelist and short story writer
Born
May 20th, 1974
50 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1974, an American author focused on novels and short stories. Major works include 'A Nearly Perfect Copy' and 'Stations West', which explore themes of identity and history. Contributions to literary journals have also established a significant presence in contemporary American literature.
Wrote 'A Nearly Perfect Copy'
Wrote 'Stations West'
Contributed to various literary journals
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