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James Patterson

James Patterson

American author

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James Brendan Patterson

(born March 22, 1947) is an American author and philanthropist. Among his works are the Alex Cross, Michael Bennett, Women's Murder Club, Maximum Ride, Daniel X, NYPD Red, Witch and Wizard, and Private series, as well as many stand-alone thrillers, non-fiction, and romance novels. His books have sold more than 300 million copies, and he was the first person to sell 1 million e-books. In 2016, Patterson topped Forbes's list of highest-paid authors for the third consecutive year, with an income of $95 million. His total income over a decade is estimated at $700 million.

In November 2015, Patterson received the Literarian Award from the National Book Foundation, which cited him as a "passionate campaigner to make books and reading a national priority. A generous supporter of universities, teachers colleges, independent bookstores, school libraries, and college students, Patterson has donated millions of dollars in grants and scholarships with the purpose of encouraging Americans of all ages to read more books.

Early life

Patterson was born on March 22, 1947, in Newburgh, New York, the son of Isabelle (Morris), a homemaker and teacher, and Charles Patterson, an insurance broker. The family were working-class and of Irish descent.[9] He graduated summa cum laude with both a B.A. in English from Manhattan College and an M.A. in English from Vanderbilt University.

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Birthdate
March 22, 1947
Birthplace
Newburgh, New York
Newburgh, New York
Educated at
Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University
Manhattan College
Manhattan College
Occupation
Screenwriter
Screenwriter
Writer
Writer
Novelist
Novelist
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Television producer
Actor
Actor
Author
Author
Film producer
Film producer

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Birth Name
James Brendan Patterson
Citizenship
United States
United States
Notable Work
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Alex Cross (novel series)
Wikidata ID
Q311671

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