N.K. Jemisin: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Nora Keita Jemisin
Born	September 19, 1972 (age 54) • Iowa City • Iowa
Awards And Honors	Hugo Award (2020) • Hugo Award (2018) • Hugo Award (2017) • Hugo Award (2016)
Notable Works	“How Long ’Til Black Future Month?” • “The Broken Kingdoms” • “The City We Became” • “The Fifth Season” • “The Killing Moon” • “The Kingdom of Gods” • “The Obelisk Gate” • “The World We Make”