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James Robert Baker

American author (1946-1997) · United States · On the map · Writers · Died at 51

James Robert Baker was an American author of sharply satirical, predominantly gay-themed transgressional fiction. A native Californian, his work is set almost entirely in Southern California. After graduating from UCLA, he began his career as a screenwriter, but became disillusioned and started writing novels instead.

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Though he garnered fame for his books Fuel-Injected Dreams and Boy Wonder, after the controversy surrounding publication of his novel, Tim and Pete, he faced increasing difficulty having his work published. According to his life partner, this was a contributing factor in his suicide.

Country
United States
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1946 to 1997 · aged 51

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