Molly Tanzer
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Florida State University (MA)
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| Born | October 29, 1981 Marietta, Georgia, U.S. |
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| Alma mater | Rollins College (BA) Florida State University (MA) |
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Molly Tanzer (born October 29, 1981) is an American fantasy, horror, and science fiction writer.[1] She won the Colorado Book Award for historical fiction, and has been nominated for the Locus Award, British Fantasy Award, and the Wonderland Book Award. She is known for genre-bending fiction that combines horror and fantasy with strong female protagonists, depth of characterization, and realistic interpersonal relationships.[2]
Tanzer was born in Marietta, Georgia. She moved to West Palm Beach, Florida, when she was 12. She studied Art History at Rollins College, and received a Master's in Humanities from Florida State University, with a focus on 18th-century novels written by women about the transatlantic slave trade.[3][4]
Style and themes
Tanzer's books often combine elements of multiple genres including horror, fantasy, science fiction, realism, and comedy.[5][6] She frequently sets her books in alternate historical settings, in which she incorporates people of color, LGBTQIA characters, and strong female protagonists.[4][7] Tanzer has stated that she strives for inclusivity in her works and that she is especially interested in the "queering of history."[4] Tanzer has been noted for the strong characterizations in her novels, complex relationships, as well as sharp and witty dialogue.[8][7][9][10] Women's relationships are a prominent part of Tanzer's novels, which frequently include more than one female protagonist.[10] Her novels often have "slow-burn" pacing with a longer build up that eventually gives way to action.[11]
Awards
Won
- Colorado Book Award, Historical Fiction 2020 (Creatures of Charm and Hunger)[12]
Nominated
- Locus Award, Best Fantasy Novel 2018 (Creatures of Want and Ruin)[13]
- British Fantasy Award, Sydney J. Bounds Best Newcomer 2013 (A Pretty Mouth)[14]
- Wonderland Book Award, Best Collection 2013 (A Pretty Mouth)[15]
