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Sarah Langan

b. 1974

American horror writer

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About Sarah Langan

Born 1974. Sarah Langan is an American writer.

Sarah Langan (born 1974) is an American horror author and three-time Bram Stoker Award winner. Langan was also one of the judges for the inaugural Shirley Jackson Award and is currently on its Board of Directors.

Biography Langan was raised in Long Island, New York and graduated from Garden City High School in 1992. She attended Colby College in Waterville, Maine and earned her Master of Fine Arts from Columbia University in 2000. She resides in Los Angeles, California with her husband, author and filmmaker J. T. Petty.

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Important facts

Born
1974, Maine
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Writer
Nationality
United States
Education
Columbia University, Colby College, Columbia University School of the Arts, Garden City High School
Awards
Bram Stoker Award for Novel; Bram Stoker Award for Short Fiction

Family & relationships

Spouse
J. T. Petty

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Sarah Langan?

American horror writer

When was Sarah Langan born?

Sarah Langan was born in 1974 in Maine.

What is Sarah Langan's occupation?

Sarah Langan is a writer.

What nationality is Sarah Langan?

Sarah Langan is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sarah Langan

· Wikidata: Q7422512

· DBpedia: Sarah Langan

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