Grande Prémio de Poesia Maria Amália Vaz de Carvalho APE

Quincy Jones

Quincy Delight Jones, Jr. (born March 14, 1933) also known as Q, is an American music impresario, conductor, record producer, musical arranger, film composer and trumpeter. During five decades in the entertainment industry, Jones has earned a record 79 Grammy Award nominations, 27 Grammys, including a Grammy Legend Award in 1991. He is best known as the producer of the album Thriller, by pop icon Michael Jackson, which has sold 104 million copies worldwide, and as the producer and conductor of the charity song -We Are the World-. He is also well known for his popular 1962 song "Soul Bossa Nova", which originated on the Big Band Bossa Nova album

Ken Murray

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Addison Walker

Queen Juliana

Juliana (Juliana Luise Emma Marie Wilhelmina van Oranje-Nassau; 30 April 1909 - 20 March 2004) was Queen of the Kingdom of the Netherlands from her mother's abdication in 1948 to her own in 1980.

A. G. Buckham

Akhan Almagambetov

Ken Murray

Normal guy

Ann Alfano

Maternial practionioner who enjoys the little things in life

Kelly Marrapodi-Munsell (1968-2011)

Anne McCaffrey

Anne Inez McCaffrey (born April 1, 1926) is an American science fiction author best known for her Dragonriders of Pern series

Kelly Le Brock

Kelly LeBrock (born March 24, 1960) is an American-born Canadian-Irish actress and model (measurements 34-24-34 in 1982), known for her acting debut in The Woman in Red, and later in the film, Weird Science

Ken Kesey

United States writer whose best-known novel was based on his experiences as an attendant in a mental hospital (1935-2001)

Abraham Myerson

Anaïs Nin

Anaïs Nin was a prolific writer known for her deeply personal diaries, sensual and psychological novels, and exploration of female sexuality and consciousness. Her work often blurred the lines between fiction and autobiography, delving into the complexities of human relationships, desire, and the search for identity. Nin's bold approach to writing about the inner lives of women challenged literary conventions and established her as a significant voice in 20th-century literature.

A. P. Gouthey

Kelly Le Brock

Kelly LeBrock (born March 24, 1960) is an American-born Canadian-Irish actress and model (measurements 34-24-34 in 1982), known for her acting debut in The Woman in Red, and later in the film, Weird Science

Edna St. Vincent Millay

Edna St. Vincent Millay was a prominent American poet and playwright, celebrated for her lyrical verse and her passionate, often rebellious, spirit. A leading voice of the "Lost Generation," her work captured the zeitgeist of the Jazz Age with its themes of love, freedom, social injustice, and the complexities of modern life. Millay's skillful use of traditional forms, such as the sonnet, combined with her bold modern sensibilities, earned her widespread acclaim and a devoted readership.

Edna St. Vincent Millay

Edna St. Vincent Millay was a prominent American poet and playwright, celebrated for her lyrical verse and her passionate, often rebellious, spirit. A leading voice of the "Lost Generation," her work captured the zeitgeist of the Jazz Age with its themes of love, freedom, social injustice, and the complexities of modern life. Millay's skillful use of traditional forms, such as the sonnet, combined with her bold modern sensibilities, earned her widespread acclaim and a devoted readership.

Abraham Myerson

Alden Nowlan

Alden Albert Nowlan (January 25, 1933 - June 27, 1983) was a Canadian poet, novelist, playwright, and journalist

Jane Austen

Jane Austen was an English novelist whose works brilliantly satirize the British landed gentry at the turn of the 19th century. Her novels, set in the world of country estates and drawing-rooms, are celebrated for their wit, keen social observation, and nuanced exploration of marriage, class, and morality. Through memorable characters and elegant prose, Austen deftly examines the limited options available to women of her time, while championing intelligence, integrity, and genuine affection. Her enduring appeal lies in her timeless insights into human nature and social dynamics.

A. G. Buckham

Ken Keys

Paul Celan

Paul Celan was a prominent German-language poet, widely regarded as one of the most significant European poets of the 20th century. His work is deeply marked by his experiences during the Holocaust and the loss of his parents, leading to themes of memory, trauma, and the unspeakable nature of suffering. Celan's poetry is characterized by its linguistic innovation, fragmented syntax, and a profound engagement with silence and the limits of language to express profound grief. His work continues to be studied for its unique contribution to post-war literature and its exploration of human resilience and despair.

Charlotte Brontë

Charlotte Brontë was an English novelist and poet, best known for her masterpiece *Jane Eyre*. Her work is characterized by its passionate intensity, psychological depth, and exploration of social and moral issues, particularly concerning women's roles in Victorian society. Brontë's novels often feature strong, independent female protagonists who navigate complex personal and societal challenges, offering enduring insights into themes of love, class, religion, and selfhood.

Charles Baudelaire

Charles Baudelaire was a pioneering French poet, critic, and translator, best known for his collection 'Les Fleurs du mal' (The Flowers of Madness). He is considered a key figure in Symbolism and Modernism, often described as the "father of modern poetry." His work explored themes of urban life, sensuality, and the darker aspects of human experience with unprecedented frankness and aesthetic innovation.

Al Ries

Al Ries is a marketing professional and author. He is also the co-founder and chairman of the Atlanta-based consulting firm Ries & Ries with his partner and daughter, Laura Ries. Along with Jack Trout, Ries coined the term "positioning", as related to the field of marketing, and authored Positioning: The Battle For Your Mind, an industry standard on the subject

Paul Celan

Paul Celan was a prominent German-language poet, widely regarded as one of the most significant European poets of the 20th century. His work is deeply marked by his experiences during the Holocaust and the loss of his parents, leading to themes of memory, trauma, and the unspeakable nature of suffering. Celan's poetry is characterized by its linguistic innovation, fragmented syntax, and a profound engagement with silence and the limits of language to express profound grief. His work continues to be studied for its unique contribution to post-war literature and its exploration of human resilience and despair.

Abijah Savage

Addison Walker

Agesilaus the Second

Abraham Myerson

A. P. Gouthey

A. A. Attanasio

Alfred Angelo Attanasio, born on September 20, 1951 in Newark, New Jersey, is an author of fantasy and science fiction. His mind-bending science-fiction novel Radix was nominated for the 1981 Nebula Award for Best Novel and was followed by three other novels, the four books, together, comprising the critically acclaimed 'Radix Tetrad.' Phoenix Pick, an imprint of Arc Manor Publishers has recently re-published books from the Tetrad. He also writes under the name Adam Lee

Alden Nowlan

Alden Albert Nowlan (January 25, 1933 - June 27, 1983) was a Canadian poet, novelist, playwright, and journalist

Ella Wheeler Wilcox

Ella Wheeler Wilcox was an American poet and author known for her inspirational and often sentimental verse. Her poetry resonated widely with the public for its accessible style and optimistic themes, which frequently touched on love, nature, and positive thinking. Wilcox achieved significant popularity during her lifetime, with her works being widely published and embraced by readers seeking comfort and encouragement. She became a prominent voice, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, for her ability to distill complex emotions and life philosophies into memorable, quotable lines that continue to be recognized.

Mary McLeod Bethune

United States educator who worked to improve race relations and educational opportunities for Black Americans (1875-1955)

A. P. Gouthey