Tom King

Tom King was born in Los Angeles, California. He would grow up to become a renowned author and comic book writer, best known for his work on various comic book series such as "Batman," "Mister Miracle," "Vision," and "The Omega Men." Before becoming a writer, King worked for the CIA as an operations officer in Iraq and Afghanistan, which significantly influenced his writing career.

Tom King published his debut novel, "A Once Crowded Sky," which was released by Simon & Schuster in September 2012. The novel focuses on a superhero world without heroes, blending King's knowledge of comics and his personal experiences as a CIA officer. The novel was well received and paved the way for King's future career in comic book writing.

Marvel Comics announced Tom King as the writer for a new "Vision" series, part of their slate of new titles following the Secret Wars event. This series, which King wrote alongside artist Gabriel Hernandez Walta, was critically acclaimed for its exploration of family and humanity through the eyes of the android character Vision.

Tom King took over as the writer for DC Comics' "The Omega Men." The series, which had been dormant, was relaunched under the DC You branding. King's work on "The Omega Men" was praised for its unique narrative style and was recognized for its subtle commentary on political and social issues, further establishing his voice in the comic book industry.

Tom King began his critically acclaimed series "Mister Miracle" alongside artist Mitch Gerads. Released by DC Comics, the series follows the New God Scott Free and his struggles with freedom, identity, and mental health. The series was hailed as a masterpiece in comics storytelling, receiving numerous awards and accolades for its innovative narrative and deep character exploration.

Tom King began his run on DC Comics' flagship series "Batman" as part of the DC Rebirth relaunch. His tenure on "Batman" introduced new characters and explored deeper emotional themes with classic characters. King's work was noted for its psychological depth and unique take on the Batman mythos, cementing his role as one of the definitive Batman writers of the modern era.

Tom King was awarded the prestigious Eisner Award for Best Writer in 2017 for his works on "Batman," "The Vision," "The Sheriff of Babylon," and "The Omega Men." This accolade recognized King's exceptional contribution to the comic book medium, highlighting his ability to craft intricate stories that resonate with readers both emotionally and intellectually. The Eisner Awards are considered the Oscars of the comic book industry, demonstrating King's status as a top tier writer.

Warner Bros. announced that Tom King would co-write the script for the film adaptation of Jack Kirby's "New Gods," alongside director Ava DuVernay. This project marked King's debut into the film industry, bringing his expertise on the New Gods characters from his work in comics to a wider audience on the big screen.

DC Comics launched the "Heroes in Crisis" series penned by Tom King. This limited series explored themes of trauma, mental health, and recovery among superheroes, delving into the personal struggles of iconic characters amidst a murder mystery. While the series was divisive, it sparked important conversations about mental health in the superhero genre.

Tom King, with artist Bilquis Evely, released "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow," a limited series that reimagines Supergirl's journey and introduces new depth to her character. The series was praised for its deep narrative and stunning artwork. King's unique storytelling lens allowed Supergirl's character to be explored in a manner previously unseen, emphasizing themes of empowerment and resilience.