Sam J. Miller

American author and Nebula Award winner

Sam J. Miller - American author and Nebula Award winner
Born

February 7th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

Links & References

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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