John Oliver Killens

Killens in 1954 John Oliver Killens (January 14, 1916 – October 27, 1987) was an American fiction writer from Georgia. His novels featured elements of African-American life. In his debut novel, ''Youngblood'' (1954), Killens coined the phrase "kicking ass and taking names". He also wrote plays, short stories and essays, and published articles in a range of outlets. Provided by Wikipedia
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    Author: Killens, John Oliver, 1916-
    Published 1963
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    And then we heard the thunder
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    Author: Killens, John Oliver, 1916-
    Published 1969
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    Slaves
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    Author: Killens, John Oliver, 1916-
    Published 1954
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    Youngblood
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    Author: Killens, John Oliver, 1916-1987
    Published 1967
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    'Sippi

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