Writers who died on December 12

Take a focused look at the writers who passed away on December 12. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1999 Joseph Heller

  Renowned American novelist and satirist best known for his groundbreaking anti-war novel 'Catch-22', which became a landmark work of...

• 2016 Shirley Hazzard

  Acclaimed Australian-American writer known for her elegant prose and literary works exploring human relationships and international themes.