01891cam a2200313 i 4500 1262049106 TxAuBib 211023s2022||||||||||||||||||||||||eng|u 2021051660 9780063031661 0063031663 TxAuBib rda Verdelle, A. J., 1960-, author. Miss Chloe : a memoir of a literary friendship with Toni Morrison / A.J. Verdelle. First edition. New York, NY : Amistad, [2022] 360 pages ; 22 cm. txt rdacontent n rdamedia nc rdacarrier ""The award-winning author of The Good Negress shares invaluable insights on the precarious journey toward creativity that is the writer's life, and tells the compelling story of her relationship with Toni Morrison, painting an illuminating portrait of this towering yet enigmatic cultural icon. With the publication of her debut novel The Good Negress in 1995, A. J. Verdelle became an overnight sensation, winning critical acclaim and competing for prestigious literature prizes. But for Verdelle, the most unexpected consequence was the friendship she formed with the legendary Toni Morrison. In chronicling her journey, Verdelle offers an honest assessment of what it means to be a writer, including the expectations and let downs that famous friendships do not defray.""-- Provided by publisher. Verdelle, A. J 1960- Friends and associates. Morrison, Toni Friends and associates. Morrison, Toni Influence. African American women authors Biography. African American women Social conditions. Publishers and publishing United States. Female friendship United States.