Jesmyn Ward is an American professional best known for playing Author for the book Salvage the Bones.
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Best Known For:The book Salvage the Bones
Breakthrough:Winning the National Book Award for Salvage the Bones in 2011
10 Quick Facts About Jesmyn Ward
- Full Name: Jesmyn Ward
- Nationality: American
- Known For: The book Salvage the Bones
- Current Role: Professor of english
- Date of Birth: April 1, 1977
- Age: 49 years old
- Place of Birth: DeLisle, Mississippi
- Marital Status: Widowed
- Spouse / Partner: Brandon R. Miller
- Specialization: Author / Writer and Academic / Educator
Jesmyn Ward Age
Jesmyn Ward is 49 years old. She was born on April 1, 1977, and her zodiac sign is Aries.
Education
Her educational background includes studies at Stanford University and University of Michigan.
- Stanford University
- Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- Field of Study: English
- University of Michigan
- Qualification: Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
- Field of Study: Creative Writing
Career & Work
Jesmyn Ward's career includes professional roles with Tulane University.
Organization: Tulane University
Role: Professor of English
Period: 2014–Present
Details: New Orleans, LA
Rise to Fame
Jesmyn Ward rose to prominence for her role for the book Salvage the Bones.
Notable Works
Notable works include Salvage the Bones and Sing, Unburied, Sing.
- Book: Salvage the Bones (Author, 2011)
- Book: Sing, Unburied, Sing (Author, 2017)
Awards & Achievements
- National Book Award for Fiction — National Book Foundation — Salvage the Bones
Personal Information
- Full Name: Jesmyn Ward
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Famous Person
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: April 1, 1977
- Age: 49
- Birthday: April 1
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
- Place of Birth: DeLisle, Mississippi
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Widowed
- Spouse / Partner: Brandon R. Miller
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Brandon R. Miller (Spouse • Late husband)
Online Presence
- Website:https://jesmynwardauthor.com/
