# Barbara Neely

> Barbara Ann Neely was an African-American novelist, short story writer and activist who wrote murder mysteries. Her first novel, Blanche on the Lam (1992), introduced the protagonist Blanche White, a middle-aged mother, domestic worker and amateur detective. The Mystery Writers of America named her their 2020 Grand Master winner.

*American novelist*

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## Identity
- **Profile type:** Writer / Author
- **Category:** Writers
- **Country:** United States
- **Born:** 1941-11-30
- **Died:** 2020-03-02
- **Status:** deceased
- **Gender:** female

## Bio

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## Fame
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## Platforms
- **WEBSITE**: http://www.blanchewhite.com

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