Aaron Sorkin: American Screenwriter, Playwright, and Filmmaker Aaron Sorkin Profile of Aaron Sorkin, known for rapid-fire dialogue, political and legal dramas; summarizes his career, style, major works, awards and influence in theatre, television and film.
Alex Haley (1921–1992): Author of Roots and collaborator on Malcolm X's autobiography Alex Haley American writer Alex Haley (1921–1992) wrote Roots and co-authored The Autobiography of Malcolm X; his work popularized genealogy and oral history while also prompting discussion a…
Ally Condie: American Young Adult Author of the Matched Trilogy Ally Condie Ally Condie (born 1978) is an American writer best known for the Matched trilogy. This article summarizes her life, major works, themes, and the place of her books in contemporary…
Alvin Schwartz (children's author) American author (1927–1992) who collected and retold folklore, wordplay, and ghost stories for young readers; best known for the Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark series.
Amy Krouse Rosenthal Amy Krouse Rosenthal (1965–2017) was an American writer of both acclaimed children's books and essays for adults, also active as a short filmmaker and radio host. She is known for…
Andy Merrill: Voice actor and writer known for Brak and Adult Swim work Andy Merrill Profile of Andy Merrill, American voice actor and writer best known for voicing Brak and other Adult Swim characters, and for his writing and performance work on Space Ghost: Coast…
Ann Rule: American true crime author and observer of criminal cases Ann Rule Ann Rule (1931–2015) was an American nonfiction writer whose reporting and books, beginning with The Stranger Beside Me, helped popularize narrative true crime and shaped public un…
Arnie Lerma: Internet Activist and Critic of Scientology Arnie Lerma Arnaldo 'Arnie' Lerma (1950–2018) was an American writer, former Scientologist and online activist best known for posting the Fishman Affidavit and related Scientology materials to…
Art Buchwald — American humorist and political satirist Art Buchwald Profile of Art Buchwald, his career as a syndicated humor columnist, major achievements including a Pulitzer Prize, notable legal case, film cameo, and later life health issues.
Ben Stein Ben Stein (born 1944) is an American attorney, writer, actor, comedian and television personality known for his deadpan delivery, work as a presidential speechwriter, and roles in…
Bradley Ayers (1935–2017): Soldier, CIA Operative, Writer and Activist Bradley Ayers American soldier and former CIA officer who became a public critic of the Vietnam War and alleged CIA involvement in the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy. Born in St. Paul, Minne…
