Stephen Bly was an American author and politician, renowned for his contribution to the Western novel genre. He wrote over 100 books and numerous articles, poems, and short stories. His notable work, 'The Long Trail Home,' won the 2002 Christy Award. Bly's writings, primarily focused on the American West, reflect a Christian worldview. He was also recognized for his amusing parody of paperback novels in 'Paperback Writer,' which received praise from Publishers Weekly. His diverse literary legacy encompasses a blend of historical and contemporary themes.
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Meaning of the name - Stephen
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Stephen Bly belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Ivanhoe
Educated At: California State University, Fresno | Fuller Theological Seminary
Occupation: novelist
Awards Received: 2002 Christy Award | Christy Award finalist (3 times)
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 17, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for August 17, 2025 |
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| Sun | 24 Leo 43 | 25 Leo 7 | 14 Scorpio 15 |
| Moon | 12 Leo 55 | 15 Gemini 47 | 3 Leo 17 |
| Mercury | 20 Virgo 37 | 6 Leo 43 | 24 Scorpio 24 |
| Venus | 8 Virgo 56 | 20 Cancer 37 | 18 Sagittarius 25 |
| Mars | 22 Virgo 50 | 6 Libra 48 | 16 Scorpio 42 |
| Jupiter | 4 Virgo 39 | 15 Cancer 11 | 21 Virgo 8 |
| Saturn | 7 Cancer 24 | 0 Aries 47 | 10 Cancer 59 |
| Uranus | 12 Gemini 43 | 1 Gemini 19 | 12 Gemini 11 |
| Neptune | 2 Libra 35 | 1 Aries 40 | 5 Libra 25 |
| Pluto | 8 Leo 50 | 2 Aquarius 2 | 10 Leo 15 |
| Rahu | 26 Cancer 1 | 19 Pisces 22 | 21 Cancer 43 |
| Ketu | 26 Capricorn 1 | 19 Virgo 22 | 21 Capricorn 43 |
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