Gardner Fox

1911–1986 Brooklyn, New York 258 series, 369 with collected and international editions 1,597 issues

3 awards

Gardner Fox was a prominent writer in the comic book industry, particularly known for his work with DC Comics. He played a significant role in shaping the superhero genre, contributing to the creation of iconic characters and storylines. His storytelling prowess helped define the narratives of several beloved comic series, making him a key figure in the history of comic books.

Name

Gardner Fox

Issues

1,597

Series

369

Collected Editions

International Editions

Titles

Awards

Bill Finger Award - (Deceased Creator) (2007), Eisner Awards - Hall of Fame - Judge's Choices (1999), Alley Awards - Best Script Writer (1962)

Also Known As

Jefferson Cooper, Bart Sommers, Paul Dean, Ray Gardner, Lynna Cooper, Rod Gray, Larry Dean, Robert Starr, Ed Carlisle, Edgar Weston, Tex Slade, Eddie Duane, Don Blake, Ed Blake, Warner Blake, Michael Blake, Tex Blane, Willis Blane

Gender

Male

Birth Date

May 20, 1911

Death Date

December 24, 1986

Birth Place

Brooklyn, New York

Country

United States

Series

Kamen's Kalamity and Other Stories (2024)

Fantagraphics

1 issue

Legends of the DC Universe: Carmine Infantino (2023)

Collected Edition

DC Comics

1 issue

Deadly Beloved and Other Stories (2023)

Fantagraphics

1 issue

The EC Archives: Crime Patrol (2022)

Collected Edition

Dark Horse Comics

1 issue

Code of Honor and Other Stories (2022)

Fantagraphics

1 issue

The EC Archives: Gunfighter (2022)

Collected Edition

Dark Horse Comics

1 issue

Nathan Never/Justice League (2022)

Sergio Bonelli Editore

1 issue

Doctor Strange Epic Collection: The Reality War (2022)

Collected Edition

Marvel Comics

1 issue

Marvel Masterworks: The Tomb of Dracula (2021)

Marvel Comics

5 issues

Aventuras Disney (2019)

Culturama Editora

37 issues

Issues

The EC Artists' Library Vol. 36

Kamen's Kalamity and Other Stories (2024)

Apr 16, 2024

Legends of the DC Universe: Carmine Infantino

Legends of the DC Universe: Carmine Infantino (2023)

May 02, 2023

The EC Artists' Library Vol. 33

Deadly Beloved and Other Stories (2023)

Nov 22, 2022

Volume 1

The EC Archives: Crime Patrol (2022)

Sep 27, 2022

The EC Artists' Library Vol. 32

Code of Honor and Other Stories (2022)

Jun 07, 2022

The EC Archives Gunfighter

The EC Archives: Gunfighter (2022)

Apr 20, 2022

4 storie a colori

Nathan Never/Justice League (2022)

Mar 12, 2022

Volume 5

Doctor Strange Epic Collection: The Reality War (2022)

Feb 23, 2022

Volume 1

Marvel Masterworks: The Tomb of Dracula (2021)

Oct 20, 2021

#25

Issue #25

Aventuras Disney (2019)

Lists

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Writers who shaped the comic book medium and whose work continues to influence storytelling today. These creators pushed boundaries, redefined genres, and left an indelible mark on how we tell stories in comics.

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