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Where was H. G. Wells born?
H. G. Wells was born at Atlas House, 162 High Street in Bromley, Kent, England
Who were H. G. Wells' parents?
H. G. Wells' parents were Joseph Wells and Sarah Neal
What was H. G. Wells best known for?
H. G. Wells is now best remembered for his science fiction novels and is often called the father of science fiction“

Question: How did he become a writer?
Self-contained rewrite: How did H. G. Wells become a writer?