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Howells, William Dean
(1837-1920) American writer. William Dean Howells is known for his literary criticism as well as his novels, which include: "A Modern Instance," "The Rise of Silas Lapham," "Indian Summer," and "A Hazard of New Fortunes."
A Murder, A Mystery, and A Marriage - Mark Twain
Mark Twain would write a "skeleton plot," and writers like Henry James, William Dean Howells, and Bret Harte would contribute endings to the story.