John Farris is a renowned American author and screenwriter, best known for his work in horror and suspense fiction. Farris has written both adaptations of his own books, such as 'The Fury', and the works of others, including Alfred Bester's 'The Demolished Man'. He has also written original scripts and has had several plays produced off-Broadway.
Farris has had a varied career, with his works spanning different mediums and genres. In addition to his work as a writer and screenwriter, he is also a painter and writes poetry. Farris has lived in several different places throughout his career, including New York, Southern California, Puerto Rico, and currently resides near Atlanta, Georgia.
Early in his career, Farris also wrote under the pseudonym Steve Brackeen. In 1973, he wrote and directed the film 'Dear Dead Delilah', which added another dimension to his creative output. Farris's versatile career and his contributions to different forms of media have solidified his place as a respected figure in the American literary and cinematic landscape.