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Charles Baxter

Charles Baxter

b. 1947-05-13

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Charles Morley Baxter (born May 13, 1947) is an American novelist, essayist, and poet.

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Literary Fiction Fiction Essays Contemporary Literature Short Stories

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American Voices

Alice Adams

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Viaje de invierno

Charles Baxter

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Tin House

Aimee Bender

Tin House
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The Art of Subtext

Charles Baxter

Book cover of There's something I want you to do

There's something I want you to do

Charles Baxter

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Frequently asked questions

  • What awards has Charles Baxter won?

    Charles Baxter has been a finalist for the National Book Award and the National Book Critics Circle Award. He has also received a Guggenheim Fellowship.

  • Are any of Charles Baxter's books adapted for film or TV?

    His novel "The Feast of Love" was adapted into a feature film.

  • Where should a new reader start with Charles Baxter's work?

    For readers new to Charles Baxter, a good starting point would be one of his short story collections, such as "There's Something I Want You to Do," to experience his distinctive voice and thematic concerns.