Jack Vance, prolific, prize-winning pulp author, dies at 96

Jack Vance, prolific author of science fiction, mystery and epic fantasy, died Sunday at 96, his son John told the Associated Press. He had written more than 60 books during his long life.Jack Vance, prolific author of science fiction, mystery and epic fantasy, died Sunday at 96, his son John told the Associated Press. He had written more than 60 books during his long life. Continue reading at 'Los Angeles Times'

[ Los Angeles Times | 2013-05-30 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Manda Scott wins McIlvanney Prize

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The dying author of ‘The Leopard’ finds new life in ‘Lampedusa’

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Canadian author Graeme Gibson dies, aged 85; Atwood pays tribute to 'beloved' partner

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