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Bill Johnson

1956 – 2022

Science fiction writer (20th century)

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About Bill Johnson

Lived 1956 – 2022 (aged 65–66). Bill Johnson was an American writer, science fiction writer and novelist.

William Anthony Johnson (October 4, 1956 – March 17, 2022) was a science fiction writer from Webster, South Dakota. His writings often have a "regional" tone influenced by his South Dakota origins. This is particularly true of his story "We Will Drink a Fish Together", which in 1998 won the Hugo Award for Best Novelette. His 1999 collection is called Dakota Dreamin.

Johnson attended the University of Iowa where he was the editor of the school newspaper The Daily Iowan. He graduated in 1978 with a degree in journalism.

After spending some time employed as a writer he attended Duke University while continuing to work. He received his Master’s in Business Administration and went on to work in the technology industry. He spent several years at Motorola in business intelligence and them left to trade financial securities independently.

Johnson, who had Marfan syndrome, died on March 17, 2022.

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Important facts

Born
1956, South Dakota
Birth century
Nationality
Education
Duke University
Awards
Hugo Award for Best Novelette
Also known as
William Anthony Johnson

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Bill Johnson?

science fiction writer (20th century)

When was Bill Johnson born?

Bill Johnson was born in 1956 in South Dakota.

When did Bill Johnson die?

Bill Johnson died on 17 March 2022.

What was Bill Johnson's occupation?

Bill Johnson was a writer, science fiction writer and novelist.

What nationality was Bill Johnson?

Bill Johnson was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bill Johnson

· Wikidata: Q720797

· DBpedia: Bill Johnson (author)

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