Graham Joyce
English author and educator
Born
October 22nd, 1954
71 years ago
Died
September 9th, 2014
11 years ago — 59 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An English author and educator, contributions spanned across various genres primarily focusing on fantasy and horror. Gained recognition through novels such as 'The Silent Land' and 'Some Kind of Fairy Tale'. Joyce's writing style often blended the fantastical with the real, earning him a dedicated readership. In addition to novels, he was involved in teaching creative writing, sharing insights and experiences with aspiring writers. His literary contributions were acknowledged within the literary community, reflecting a commitment to storytelling and education.
Won the World Fantasy Award for 'The Silence' in 2011
Received the British Fantasy Award for 'Dark Sister' in 1999
Published over a dozen novels and numerous short stories
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