Octavia E. Butler
American fiction writer
Octavia Estelle Butler was an American science fiction writer. A multiple recipient of both the Hugo and Nebula awards, in 1995 she became the first science fiction writer to receive a MacArthur Fellowship. Wikipedia
Born: June 22, 1947, Pasadena, California, United States
Died: February 24, 2006, Lake Forest Park, Washington, United States
Education: Pasadena City College, MORE
Awards: MacArthur Fellowship, Nebula Award for Best Novel, MORE
Quotes
I just knew there were stories I wanted to tell.
And by the way, I wanted to point out that Kindred is not science fiction. You’ll note there’s no science in it. It’s a kind of grim fantasy.
Once you grow past Mommy and Daddy coming running when you’re hurt, you’re really on your own. You’re alone, and there’s no one to help you.
Whaddaya Say?