Dan Simmons, known for his science fiction works including the novel Hyperion, passed away on February 21, 2026, at the age of 77. He had previously worked as an educator in Colorado for nearly three decades.
Simmons lived in Longmont, Colorado, before retiring to write full time. His books later found new readers following the HBO adaptation of The Terror. A recent account recalled his generous personality and focus on literature, libraries and public education during his time as a teacher.
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Iranian French author Marjane Satrapi has died at the age of 56. Her best-known work, Persepolis, introduced millions of readers to everyday life in Iran during the Islamic Revolution.
Gerry Conway, the influential Marvel Comics writer who reshaped Spider-Man and created the Punisher, has died at age 73, Marvel announced. Conway took over The Amazing Spider-Man from Stan Lee at just 19 and introduced mature themes to superhero stories. He is survived by his wife, Laura Conway.
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توالت عبارات النعي لأسطورة فن البوب ديفيد هوكني، الذي رحل بسلام في منزله يوم 11 يونيو 2026.
Brian Lindstrom, the documentarian known for films about marginalized communities, died at age 65. His wife, author Cheryl Strayed, shared the news on Instagram.
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Several new titles hit shelves on May 26 including works by Matt Haig and others.
Michael Pennington, the English actor who played Moff Tiaan Jerjerrod in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi, has died. He was 82.