Authors born on March 22

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• 1947 James Patterson

  James Patterson is a prolific American author best known for his thriller and suspense novels, including the Alex Cross, Michael Bennett, and Women's Murder Club series. Patterson holds the record for the most number-one New York Times bestsellers and is recognized for his collaborative writing style and significant contributions to children's literature. [bio]