
A.C. Crispin
12 SeriesAnn Carol Crispin (1950-2013) was a New York Times bestselling American author known for her science fiction novels, including the Starbridge series and several movie tie-in novels set in universes such as Star Wars and Star Trek. She was named a Grandmaster by the International Association of Media Tie-In Writers in 2013, the same year she passed away. Crispin was renowned for her skill in crafting backstories for characters, earning her the nickname "Queen of the Backstory."
A.C. Crispin's Witch World: High Halleck Cycle series, co-authored with Andre Norton, explores the mystical realm of High Halleck. Collaborations with other authors include "Silent Dances" and "Silent Songs" with Kathleen O'Malley, and "Alien: Resurrection" also with O'Malley. "Shadow World" was co-authored with Jannean Elliott, while "Serpent's Gift" and "Death Tide" were crafted with Deborah A. Marshall. Other notable works include "Ancestor's World" with T. Jackson King, "Voices of Chaos" with Ru Emerson, "East Coast Crisis" with Howard Weinstein, and "Sand and Stars" with Diane Duane. Each book offers unique narratives, blending science fiction and fantasy elements to captivate readers.