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Sharyn McCrumb

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American writer (born 1948)

United StatesWritersBorn 1948 · age 78
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Sharyn McCrumb is an American writer best known for books that celebrate the history and folklore of Appalachia. McCrumb is the winner of numerous literary awards, and is the author of the best-selling Ballad novels, set in the North Carolina/Tennessee mountains; the NASCAR series featuring St.

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Awards 6

1995Macavity Awards
1995Nero Award
1995Anthony Award for Best Novel
1989Agatha Award for Best Short Story
1988Edgar Awards
Virginia Women in History

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S. J. RozanAlso won Nero AwardMargaret MaronAlso won Macavity AwardsCamilla WilliamsAlso won Virginia Women in HistoryJudson PhilipsAlso won Nero AwardElizabeth Henry Campbell RussellAlso won Virginia Women in HistoryNancy PickardAlso won Macavity Awards

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Sharyn McCrumb is an American writer best known for books that celebrate the history and folklore of Appalachia. McCrumb is the winner of numerous literary awards, and is the author of the best-selling Ballad novels, set in the North Carolina/Tennessee mountains; the NASCAR series featuring St. Dale; and the Elizabeth McPherson mystery series.

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United States
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Writers
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Writer / Author
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living
Dates
Born 1948 · age 78
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6 languages

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