Peter David
American writer (born 1956) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Peter Allen David (born September 23, 1956),[2][3] often abbreviated PAD,[4] is an American writer of comic books, novels, television, films and video games.[5] His notable comic book work includes an award-winning 12-year run on The Incredible Hulk, as well as runs on Aquaman, Young Justice, SpyBoy, Supergirl, Fallen Angel, Spider-Man, Spider-Man 2099, Captain Marvel and X-Factor.
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Born | Peter Allen David (1956-09-23) September 23, 1956 (age 67) Fort Meade, Maryland, U.S. |
Area(s) | Superhero fantasy, science fiction, fantasy |
Pseudonym(s) | David Peters |
Notable works | The Incredible Hulk, X-Factor, Young Justice, Star Trek: New Frontier, Fallen Angel |
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Spouse(s) | Myra Kasman
(m. 1977; div. 1998)Kathleen O'Shea (m. 2001) |
Children | 4 |
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Alma mater | New York University (BA) |
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Years active | 1985–present |
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His Star Trek work includes comic books, novels such as Imzadi, and co-creation of the New Frontier series. His other novels include film adaptations, media tie-ins, and original works, such as the Apropos of Nothing and Knight Life series. His television work includes series such as Babylon 5, Young Justice, Ben 10: Alien Force[5] and Nickelodeon's Space Cases, which he co-created with Bill Mumy.
David often jokingly describes his occupation as "Writer of Stuff",[5][6] and he is noted for his prolific writing, characterized by its mingling of real-world issues with humor[7][8] and references to popular culture, as well as elements of metafiction[4] and self-reference.[9][10]
David has earned multiple awards for his work, including a 1992 Eisner Award, a 1993 Wizard Fan Award, a 1996 Haxtur Award, a 2007 Julie Award and a 2011 GLAAD Media Award.