Joseph Hansen
American author and poet recognized for novels
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Artists & Creatives
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United States
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An American author and poet, significant contributions included the creation of detective fiction with a focus on LGBTQ+ themes. Achievements encompassed acclaimed novels such as the 'Gravedigger' series featuring detective Dave Brandstetter. Hansen also published poetry collections and essays throughout his career, exploring themes of identity and social justice. Several works received critical recognition and contributed to discussions surrounding representation in literature.
Authored the 'Gravedigger' detective series
Published poetry collections and essays
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