Jill McCorkle Papers, 1970s-2003

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Jill McCorkle Papers, 1970s-2003

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Jill McCorkle is an author of novels and short stories. A native of Lumberton, N.C., she studied creative writing at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Hollins College. Her first two novels, and , were published simultaneously by Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill in 1984. Other published works of fiction include her novels (1987), (1990), and (1996) and several collections of short stories, including (1991), (1998), (2001), and (2009). The Cheerleader July 7th Tending to Virginia Ferris Beach Carolina Moon Crash Diet Final Vinyl Days Creatures of Habit Going Away Shoes The collection includes notes and draft material for both published and unpublished novels, short stories, and essays by Jill McCorkle; typescripts with copy-editing and technical notes and proofs for her published works, including notes from her editor, Shannon Ravenel; several items relating to her life and work, including a biographical essay and a book review; and drafts of fiction by other writers, including Madison Smartt Bell. The Addition of November 2006 contains drafts of novels and short stories; correspondence with publishers, agents, and other writers; and other papers.

About 400 items (14.5 linear feet)

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Library. Southern Historical Collection

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Library. Southern Historical Collection

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