Alexie, Sherman Author

Sherman Alexie, Author Sherman Alexie is a Native American author, poet, and filmmaker. He was born on October 7, 1966, in Spokane, Washington. Alexie grew up on the Spokane Indian Reservation and attended Gonzaga University before transferring to Washington State University.

Alexie is known for his works that explore the experiences of Native Americans living in contemporary society. Some of his most notable works include "The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven," "Reservation Blues," and "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian."

In addition to his writing career, Alexie has also worked as a screenwriter and filmmaker. He wrote and produced the film "Smoke Signals," which won numerous awards at the Sundance Film Festival.

Despite controversy surrounding allegations of sexual harassment against Alexie in 2018, he continues to be an influential figure in contemporary Native American literature.