Born in 1874 in Paris to prominent attorneys. Suffered from severe stammer and was orphaned at age 10. Raised by clergyman uncle in England. Published first novel "Liza of Lambeth" during medical school
Born in Nagasaki, Japan, moved to England at age five. Discovered Bob Dylan's music at age 13, inspiring his writing career. Studied literature at University of Kent while working at homeless shelter. Entered University of East Anglia's creative writing program
Born in 1819 in Warwickshire, England. Attended Mrs. Wallington's School in Nuneaton. Developed strong evangelical piety under governess Maria Lewis. Studied French, Italian, Latin, and German after mother's death
Born in 1902 in Salinas, California to county treasurer and school teacher. Developed passion for literature from childhood, decided to write at 14. Graduated from Salinas High School in 1919, attended Stanford University briefly
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A novel is a book-length work of fiction that tells a complete story. Novels must be 50,000+ words for publication. No novel can capture the entirety of life but emulates real life