Richard A. Lupoff
American author and comic book writer

Born
February 21st, 1935
90 years ago
Died
2020
5 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An author and comic book writer, his contributions spanned several genres including science fiction, mystery, and sports literature. Writing under his own name and pseudonyms such as Timothy O'Mara, produced numerous novels and short stories. Worked as a comic book writer for several publishers including Marvel Comics and created significant works such as 'The Avenger' and 'The Great American Novel'. Involved in editing anthologies and fostering new writing talent.
Wrote the novel 'The Great American Novel'
Contributed to Marvel Comics as a writer
Edited multiple science fiction anthologies
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