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Mar 28, 2018 · James Shooter (born September 27, 1951) is an American comic book writer, editor, publisher, and occasional artist. He started professionally in the medium at the age of 13 writing for DC Comics - though he is most widely known for his successful and controversial run as Marvel Comics' ninth editor-in-chief, and for his work as editor in chief of Valiant Comics.
X-O Manowar (Aric of Dacia) is a fictional superhero co-created by writers Jim Shooter and Steve Englehart, and artists Bob Layton and Barry Windsor-Smith. The eponymous comic book series published by Valiant Comics has sold more than 8 million copies to date. X-O Manowar has also starred in a video game alongside Marvel Comics's Iron Man.
Sep 30, 2021 · James Shooter is an American writer, editor, and publisher of various comic books. He started professionally in the medium at the age of 14, and he is most notable for his successful and controversial run as Marvel Comics’ ninth editor-in-chief from 1978 to 1987, and founder of Valiant Comics and Editor-In-Chief from 1989 to 1992.
In 1978 when he was 27, he became editor-in-chief of Marvel Comics which lasted until 1987. After a failed attempt to buy Marvel Comics, Shooter used his funding to start Valiant. After the huge success of Valiant's Unity crossover, Shooter felt he was forced out. He would later start Defiant which got sued out of business by Marvel.
Jun 22, 2023 · Jim Shooter: A Visionary Architect of the Comic Book Industry - Hydra Comics. 2023-6-22 23:42:0. Jim Shooter is a legendary figure in the world of comic books, known for his significant contributions as a writer, editor, and publisher. With a career spanning several decades, Shooter’s impact on the industry is undeniable.
James "Jim" Shooter started his lengthy career in mid-1965 while still underage. He was hired as a writer by DC comics, helping revitalize the "Legion of Super-Heroes" series and also working...
Jim Shooter was the original Editor-in-Chief of Valiant Comics, from 1991 - 1992, and the creator of the Valiant Universe and many of its original characters. He also functioned as a regular editor, writer, and penciler.
