Sam J. Miller
American author and Nebula Award winner
Born
February 7th, 1979
46 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An author with a focus on science fiction and fantasy genres. Published works include 'The Art of Starving', which received acclaim and was nominated for the William Morris Award. Also authored 'Blackfish City', which won the 2019 Arthur C. Clarke Award. Contributions to the genre include short stories featured in various anthologies and magazines, exploring themes of identity and society.
Won the 2019 Arthur C. Clarke Award
Nominated for the William Morris Award
Published 'The Art of Starving'
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