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Sue Grafton - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 24, 1940 |
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| Died | December 28, 2017 (age 77) |
| Birthplace | Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Sue Grafton's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | "Alphabet series" featuring private investigator Kinsey Millhone, including titles such as "A is for Alibi." |
Intro
Sue Grafton was an American author best known for her "alphabet series" of detective novels featuring private investigator Kinsey Millhone. Her work has been celebrated for its strong character development and compelling mysteries, making her a leading figure in contemporary crime fiction.
Early Life & Background
Sue Grafton was born to C. W. Grafton, a detective novelist and lawyer, and Vivian Harnsberger, a chemistry teacher. She attended the University of Louisville, earning a bachelor's degree in English literature.
Career Highlights
- Published 25 novels in the 'alphabet series' from 'A is for Alibi' (1982) to 'Y is for Yesterday' (2017).
- Recipient of numerous awards, including the Anthony, Shamus, and Edgar Awards.
- Served as a writer in Hollywood before turning to novels full-time.
- Her novels have been published in 28 countries and in 26 languages.
Trivia
- The final book in the alphabet series, 'Z', was never written due to her death in 2017.
- She explicitly forbade adaptations of her novels into film or television.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Sue Grafton born?
Sue Grafton was born the 24 April 1940.
Where is Sue Grafton from?
Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About April 24th, 1940, in brief:
- Day of the week: April 24th, 1940 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Grapes of Wrath directed by John Ford
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