Dave Wolverton
John David Wolverton (May 28, 1957 – January 14, 2022), better known by his pen names Dave Wolverton and David Farland, was an American author, editor, and instructor of online writing workshops and groups. He wrote in several genres but was known best for his science fiction and fantasy works. Books in his Runelords series hit the New York Times bestsellers list.
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| Born | John David Wolverton May 28, 1957 Springfield, Oregon, U.S. |
| Died | January 14, 2022 (aged 64) St. George, Utah, U.S. |
| Resting place | Tonaquint Cemetery, St. George, Utah |
| Pen name | David Farland |
| Occupation | Writer, writing teacher |
| Alma mater | Brigham Young University |
| Period | 1985–2022 |
| Genre | Science fiction, fantasy, historical fiction |
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In 1987, he won the Writers of the Future contest. He has been nominated for a Nebula Award and a Hugo Award. He died in the early morning hours of January 14, 2022. He lived in St. George, Utah, with his wife at the time of his death.
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