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She published 12 novels and a volume of short stories and essays before her untimely passing in 2006. She was the author of several awardwinning novels including parable of the talents, which won the nebula for best novel. A 1995 macarthur genius award winner, butler transcended the science fiction category even as she was awarded that communitys top prizes, including the nebula and hugo awards. Jan 01, 2000 governments and religions are big subjects.
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