3 young writers achieve acclaim years after their deaths from cancer

December 14, 2004 7:19 AM

Although cancer got these three young writers before their books were published, their now-acclaimed work -- from children's inspirational to humorous fantasy to coming of age (book and movie) -- was brought to life by the efforts of parents or a brother or friends.
posted by escorter (1 comment total)

It's like stage parents, only more morbid and they don't have to share the royalties!
posted by u.n. owen at 10:59 AM on December 14, 2004