Foley, Martha.

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Birth 1900
Death 1977

Biographical notes:

American author, journalist, and editor; b. in Boston, Mass., 1900; d. Northampton, Mass., 1977; married Whit Burnett; mother of author David Burnett; b. date varies.

From the description of Martha Foley collection, 1929-1978. (Boston University). WorldCat record id: 70925624

Foley (d. 1977) was editor of the annual "Best American Short Stories" collection for 37 years. She was also co-founder and co-editor of "Story" magazine. At the time of her death, she was working on a book, "The Story of Story Magazine," which was edited for publication by Jay Neugeboren.

From the description of Papers, ca. 1960-1982. (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 31488775

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  • American literature
  • Short stories, American

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  • Authors, American
  • Women authors, American
  • Editors
  • Women editors
  • Women journalist

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