 |
Gardner GardnerWriter
Country:
 USA |
Content:
Early Life and Influences
Craig Shaw Gardner was born and raised in Rochester, New York. His hometown was heavily influenced by the legacy of Eastman Kodak, where his father worked. Gardner has often joked that if he ever grew a second head, he would know why.
In 1967, Gardner moved to Boston to attend Boston University, where he earned a degree in radio and television broadcasting. Despite his education, he found work as a shipping clerk at a men's suit company during the downturn in 1971. It was here that he met the inspiration for Big Louis in his later novels.
Film and Writing
While working at the suit company, Gardner's wife landed a job at the Orson Welles Cinema, giving him ample free time to attend movies. He saw over 400 films during this time, an experience that would later lead to his "Cineverse Cycle" novels.
After working in various other roles, including public relations at a hospital, Gardner managed a pair of bookstores in Harvard Square. In 1977, he sold his first short story, and in 1987, he began writing full-time.
Horror Beginnings and Success
Despite later writing humorous fantasy novels, Gardner's early short stories were primarily published in horror anthologies. His 1989 novelization of "Batman" spent 13 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list, cementing his reputation as an acclaimed author.
Epic Fantasy and Honors
In recent years, Gardner has transitioned to writing epic fantasy novels. His last three books have been published under the pen name Peter Garrison.
Gardner has also served as president of the Horror Writers Association and the Kirk Polson Memorial Award for Bad Prose Competition. He is also one of the Mysterious Masters of "Camp Necon."
