Perhaps the pain throughout Poe's life inspired his stories and poems, many of which feature tragedy or darker themes.

James Thurber is known for his quirky humor and wit.

O. Henry is known for writing stories that feature a twist at the end that completely subverts the reader's expectations.

Full Name: Henri René Albert Guy de Maupassant Sanchez Born: August 5, 1850, in Tourville-sur-Arques, Normandy, France Died: July 6,...

Welty grew up in Mississippi, and many of her stories are set in the South.

Jewett grew up in Maine, where she based many of her works.