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Anne Rice

By Mark Flanagan, About.com

Anne Rice Biography:


Anne Rice was born Howard Allen O'Brien on October 4, 1941 in New Orleans, LA. One of America's most read and celebrated authors, Anne Rice is known for weaving the visible and supernatural worlds together in epic stories that both entertain and challenge readers. Her books are rich tapestries of history, belief, philosophy, religion, and compelling characters that examine and extend our pysical world beyond the limits we perceive.
Anne has written under three names: her own, Anne Rampling, and A.N. Roquelaure. Under her own name, she has published historical novels, The Vampire Chronicles series, The Mayfair Witches, and the New Tales of the Vampires series. Under Anne Rampling, she has published two works: Exit To Eden, and Belinda. Under A.N. Roquelaure, Anne published the Beauty Series. Anne lives and works in New Orleans. ~ from Anne Rice's Website

Dates:


(1941-)

Nationality:


American

Genre(s):


Fairy tales; Adaptations; Vampire fiction; Horror stories; Historical fiction; Erotic literature

Notable Work:


The Vampire Chronicles, 1990

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