About Neal Barrett, Jr.
Lived 1929 – 2014 (aged 84). Neal Barrett, Jr. was an American writer.
Neal Barrett Jr. (November 3, 1929 – January 12, 2014) was an American writer of fantasy, science fiction, mystery/suspense, and historical fiction.
Biography Barrett was born in San Antonio, Texas, but grew up in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma after his family relocated there in his infancy.
Awards and honors Barrett's story "Ginny Sweethips' Flying Circus" was nominated for both the 1988 Nebula Award for Best Novelette and the 1989 Hugo Award for Best Novelette. In 1997, he was the toastmaster at the 55th World Science Fiction Convention held in San Antonio.
Critical studies and reviews of Barrett's work Other seasons
Perpetuity blues and other stories
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Who was Neal Barrett, Jr.?
American author (1929–2014)
When was Neal Barrett, Jr. born?
Neal Barrett, Jr. was born on 3 November 1929 in San Antonio.
When did Neal Barrett, Jr. die?
Neal Barrett, Jr. died on 12 January 2014 in Austin.
What was Neal Barrett, Jr.'s occupation?
Neal Barrett, Jr. was a writer.
What nationality was Neal Barrett, Jr.?
Neal Barrett, Jr. was American.
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