American editor, writer and co-founder of Story Magazine
Married to writer and editor Whit Burnett from 1930 to 1942.
Born: 21 March 1897 in Boston, Massachusetts
Died: 5 September 1977 in Northampton, Massachusetts
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MARTHA FOLEY DIES; EDITOR AND TEACHER
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Martha Foley is primarily recognized for her significant contributions to American short fiction as the long-time editor of "The Best American Short Stories" anthology series. She also co-founded and edited Story Magazine, a highly influential literary magazine that published early works by many prominent 20th-century authors.
