Eugie Foster
American journalist and author

Born
1971
54 years ago
Died
September 27th, 2014
10 years ago — 43 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An influential journalist and author, contributed to various publications. Foster's short stories were featured in prominent anthologies, showcasing creativity and depth. Additionally, served as an editor for multiple genres and won several awards for literary excellence.
Wrote short stories published in anthologies
Edited various literary publications
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