About Betsy James
Betsy James was an American writer and illustrator.
Betsy James is an American writer and illustrator of children's books, books for young adults, and nonfiction. She has been nominated for the World Fantasy Awards and the James Tiptree Jr. Memorial Award.
Early life and education
James was born in Missouri, United States. She went to Mount Holyoke College as well as the University of Utah where she earned a degree in English. James works as a freelance writer and illustrator. She lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico. There she works on her books and teaches.
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American youth fiction writer and illustrator
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