Greg Rucka

Greg Rucka is a highly acclaimed American author, well-known for his works in mystery, thriller, suspense, and science fiction novels, as well as comic books. He has made a name for himself by writing for several popular comic book series and characters, including Batman, Superman, Wolverine, and Wonder Woman, among others. Rucka is also the creator of the Queen & Country series. His skills as a novelist are best exemplified by his Atticus Kodiak series, which has received critical acclaim and is widely popular.

Rucka's Atticus Kodiak series is one of his earliest and most critically acclaimed works, which includes seven novels. This series is considered to be on par with other elite crime fiction writings, showcasing Rucka's exceptional storytelling abilities. His works on comics are equally impressive, with popular titles such as Batwoman, Action Comics, and the DC Comics miniseries Superman: World of New Krypton under his belt.

Rucka has also made a significant impact in the field of screenplays, with his work on the 2020 film The Old Guard, starring Charlize Theron. He is the author of over two-dozen novels, including the Atticus Kodiak series and the Queen & Country series. His writing has also been featured in both Marvel and DC comic books, as well as in several Star Wars novellas.

Born in San Francisco and raised on the Monterey Peninsula, Rucka earned his A.B. in English from Vassar College and his MFA from USC. He published his first novel at the age of 24, and his first comic book series, Whiteout, five years later. Rucka is married to fellow author Jen Van Meter, and they have two children and one dog. He continues to be a prominent figure in the comic book and novelist communities, with his works consistently meeting high critical acclaim.