Piers Anthony

Novelist

Birthday August 6, 1934

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace England

Age 89 years old

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About

An English-born fantasy and science fiction author, he is best known for his Xanth series. He is famous for publishing a book for every letter of the alphabet; his titles include Anthonology, Zombie Lover, and everything in between.

Before Fame

He moved with his family from England to the United States when he was six years old. After graduating from Goddard College (in Vermont) and serving in the U.S. Army, he became a United States citizen.

Trivia

He wrote several book series, including the Cluster series, the Of Man and Manta series, and the Incarnations of Immortality series.

Family Life

He married his college sweetheart, Carol Marble, in 1956. Together, they had two daughters: Cheryl and Penny.

Associated With

He and C.S. Lewis are both notable fantasy authors.