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Jim Shooter is one of the most influential comic book creators of all time. He is best known for his work at Marvel Comics in the 1980s, where he was responsible for overseeing the creation of some of the most iconic comics of the era, including Secret Wars and The Death of Superman.

Jim Shooter: Conversations (Conversations with Comic Artists Series)

by Jason Sacks

4.6 out of 5

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Shooter was born in New York City in 1951. He began his career in comics as an editor at Marvel Comics in the early 1970s. In 1981, he was appointed editor-in-chief of Marvel, a position he held for five years. During his tenure, Marvel became the dominant force in the comics industry, and Shooter was responsible for overseeing the creation of some of the most popular and innovative comics of the era.

Jim Shooter, A Comic Book Writer And Editor, Is Best Known For His Work At Marvel Comics In The 1980s. Jim Shooter: Conversations (Conversations With Comic Artists Series)

In 1987, Shooter left Marvel to form his own company, Defiant Comics. Defiant Comics was a short-lived venture, but it produced some notable comics, including The Question and The Puma Blues.

In the 1990s, Shooter returned to Marvel Comics as a writer and editor. He has also worked for DC Comics and Valiant Comics. In recent years, Shooter has been involved in a number of projects, including the creation of the Shooter's Bible, a guide to writing comic books.

Shooter is a controversial figure in the comics industry. He has been praised for his creativity and his ability to recognize and develop talent. However, he has also been criticized for his abrasive personality and his tendency to micromanage his staff.

Despite the controversy, there is no doubt that Jim Shooter is one of the most influential comic book creators of all time. His work has shaped the industry for over four decades, and he continues to be a major force in the comics community.

Conversations with Comic Artists Series

The Conversations with Comic Artists series is a collection of in-depth interviews with some of the most important figures in the comics industry. The series is designed to give readers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process and to explore the lives and careers of the people who have made comics what they are today.

The series has featured interviews with a wide range of comic book creators, including:

* Stan Lee * Jack Kirby * Steve Ditko * Neal Adams * John Byrne * Frank Miller * Alan Moore * Grant Morrison * Mark Waid * Brian Michael Bendis

The Conversations with Comic Artists series is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in the history of comics and the creative process. The interviews provide a unique insight into the minds of some of the most talented and influential people in the industry.

Jim Shooter is a complex and controversial figure, but there is no doubt that he is one of the most influential comic book creators of all time. His work has shaped the industry for over four decades, and he continues to be a major force in the comics community.

Jim Shooter: Conversations (Conversations with Comic Artists Series)

by Jason Sacks

4.6 out of 5