| Birth Day | June 22, 1947 |
| Birth Place | Pasadena, CA |
| Age | 73 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Feb 24, 2006 (age 58) |
| Birth Sign | Cancer |
Octavia E. Butler, a renowned novelist hailing from California, was deemed to have a net worth of approximately $2 million in the year 2024. Her tremendous success as a writer has undoubtedly contributed to her substantial wealth. Butler's immense literary talent and unique storytelling abilities have earned her numerous accolades and a devoted fanbase. With a career spanning several remarkable novels, she has inspired and captivated readers across the globe. Her works often address important social and political issues, making her an influential figure in the literary world. As a visionary author, Butler's legacy will continue to leave an indelible mark on the world of literature.
The first American science fiction Writer to receive the prestigious MacArthur Fellowship, she published such popular titles as Kindred (1979) and Fledgling (2005). She is also known for her Patternist, Lilith's Brood, and Parable series.
She studied at Pasadena City College and California State University, Los Angeles, and she also took writing classes through the University of California-Los Angeles's Extension program.
She won both the Hugo and Nebula Awards.
Her father died when she was a baby, and she was raised in Pasadena, California by her mother and grandmother.
Junot Diaz once stated that if he could be any other author, he would choose to be Octavia Butler.
