Posthumous Publication occurs when a book is published after the author's death. Which situation below is the best example of Posthumous Publication ?
A
Richard's illness took his life before he was able to enjoy the amazing early reviews of his novel.
B
Melissa's publisher cancels her book contract after she fails to deliver the manuscript on time.
C
Clarence never thought he'd live to see the third book in his trilogy published.
D
Elizabeth is honored with a prestigious literary award for her writing career and her daughter accepts the award on behalf of her deceased mother.
Correct Answer: Richard's illness took his life before he was able to enjoy the amazing early reviews of his novel.
Although choice d also mentions a writer who has died, it does not state that one of the writer's books was published after her death, only that she received an award. Choice a states that Richard wasn't around to see the early reviews of his novel, therefore implying that Richard died before the book was published. The other two options depict living writers.