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Kootz: The Life And Work Of Dean Koontz
Dean Koontz became an astonishing mystery author by his content, and by writing over a novel each year. His life began in Everest, Pennsylvania on July ninth in 1945. His parents were named Ray and Florence Koontz. On a typical day, Koontz would find himself writing for pleasure. Later in his life, Koontz married Gerda Ann Cerra, who which supported him in a full-time writing position. Without the support of his wife, young readers would not be able to read his imaginative works.
Dean Koontz obtained proper careers throughout is education. Koontz, applied to Shippensburg University, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts (B.A.). During this time, Koontz authored Star Quest and which started his publishing career. After college, Koontz worked

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