Percival Everett
Born in 1956
Poetry
Percival L. Everett is an American writer and Distinguished Professor of English at the University of Southern California.
Known for his prolific output and diverse subject matter, Everett has written 19 books in 22 years, ranging from Westerns to satires to retellings of Greek myths.
His experimental approach to fiction has earned him critical acclaim and numerous awards, including the PEN USA Literary Award and the Hurston/Wright Legacy Award.
Everett's writing explores a wide array of subjects, reflecting his varied interests and demanding teaching style.
He has also served as a judge for prestigious literary awards such as the National Book Award for fiction.
