1929 – 2016

Sheri S. Tepper

American science fiction, horror and mystery novelist (1929–2016)

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Born
1929-07-16, Littleton
Died
2016-10-22
Birthplace state
Colorado

Biography

Sheri Stewart Tepper was born in Littleton, Colorado, in 1929 and died in 2016. An American writer of science fiction, horror, and mystery novels, she explored themes of sociology, gender, equality, theology, and ecology in her work. She employed several pen names throughout her career, including A. J. Orde, E. E. Horlak, and B. J. Oliphant.

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Sheri S. Tepper is recorded as a essayist, a science fiction writer, a novelist and a writer, born in Colorado (1929–2016).

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Frequently asked about Sheri S. Tepper

Who was Sheri S. Tepper?
Sheri S. Tepper was American science fiction, horror and mystery novelist (1929–2016), born in Colorado (1929 – 2016).
When and where was Sheri S. Tepper born?
Sheri S. Tepper was born on 1929-07-16 in Littleton.
When did Sheri S. Tepper die?
Sheri died on 2016-10-22.
What was Sheri S. Tepper known for?
Sheri S. Tepper is recorded as a essayist, a science fiction writer, a novelist and a writer.
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