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Michael Chabon

Writing

Born May 24, 1963 · Washington, District of Columbia, USA

Biography

Michael Chabon is an American novelist, screenwriter, columnist, and short story writer. Born in Washington, D.C., he studied at Carnegie Mellon University for one year before transferring to the University of Pittsburgh, graduating in 1984. He subsequently received a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from the University of California, Irvine.

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Awards & recognition

  • Sophie Brody Medal · 2017
  • Fernanda Pivano Award — American Literature · 2013
  • Ignotus Award — Best Foreign Novel · 2009
  • Helmerich Award · 2008
  • Hugo Award — Best Novel · 2008
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  • Locus Award — Best Science Fiction Novel · 2008
  • Nebula Award — Best Novel · 2008
  • Sidewise Award — Alternate History · 2007
  • Mythopoeic Fantasy Award — Children's Literature · 2003
  • Pulitzer Prize — Fiction · 2001
  • Locus Award — Best Science Fiction Novel · 2008 · nominated
  • BSFA Award — Best Novel · 2007 · nominated
  • Hammett Prize · 2007 · nominated
  • Hugo Award — Best Dramatic Presentation, Long Form · 2005 · nominated
  • Grand Prix de l'Imaginaire — Best Foreign Novel · 2004 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Anthology · 2004 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Young Adult Book · 2003 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Short Story · 2002 · nominated
  • PEN/Faulkner Award — Fiction · 2001 · nominated

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