Writers

She helped popularize chick lit with her fun and fast-paced books.

He coined the term “country noir” to describe his works.

She founded the Disability Visibility Project to amplify the voices of those with disabilities.

Her unorthodox methods brought us unprecedented understanding of chimpanzees.

Her earnest appreciation of Olive Garden was an internet sensation in 2012.

He co-wrote hits like “Last Train to Clarksville” and “(I’m Not Your) Stepping Stone.”

He had a large collection of footprint casts that he said pointed to Bigfoot evidence.

Many of his bestsellers focused on prosecutor Penn Cage.

Gergen built his reputation on supporting bipartisan work and rejecting modern political divisions.

Jenkins put a gritty journalistic spotlight on Black art, music, and more.