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T.C. Boyle, born on December 2, 1948, in Peekskill, New York, is a prominent American author known for his captivating storytelling and rich narratives. Originally aspiring to be a music major, his passion shifted to English and history, leading him to realize his potential in creative writing. After studying at the Iowa Writer's Workshop under renowned mentors, Boyle has penned numerous critically acclaimed works, including "The Tortilla Curtain" and "Water Music". With multiple awards, including O. Henry Awards, his literature resonates deeply on personal and universal levels.
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Info • Born December 2, 1948 in Peekskill, New York. • This small town is often fictionalized in his work as Peterskill. • Originally wanted to be a music major. • Began reading outside of class and became a major of English and history.
Info Continued • Took a creative writing course and realized this was something that he “could do”. • Began teaching after college to avoid being drafted into Vietnam. • Published a short story in North American Review and applied to the Iowa Writer’s Workshop. Here he studied with John Irving and John Cheever. • Has earned both a MFA and a Ph.D. • Works every day from 9am to 1pm.
Quotes • "Art bailed me out ... it sounds corny but there's a power in it that I would never give up. There's a light that fills you when you're writing; there's a magic.” • "Good literature is a living, brilliant, great thing that speaks to you on an individual and personal level.” • “Stories are the foundation and backbone of my life.”
Written Works • Descent of a Man • Water Music • The Tortilla Curtain • The Road to Wellville • The Human Fly and Other Stories • Talk Talk • Boyle has won several O. Henry Awards as well as other distinguished literary awards.
