Brian Keene is a highly accomplished American author, well-known for his work in the horror, dark fantasy, crime, and thriller genres. He has written numerous novels, graphic novels, and comic books, and his work has been translated into several languages including German, Spanish, Polish, Italian, French, and Taiwanese. Keene's novel "The Rising" is credited with helping to inspire pop culture's fascination with zombies, alongside other notable works such as Robert Kirkman's "Walking Dead" series and the film "28 Days Later."
In addition to his original work, Keene has written for several popular franchises including "Doctor Who," "Hellboy," "Masters of the Universe," and "Superman." He has also had several of his novels adapted for film, including "Ghoul," "The Ties That Bind," and "Fast Zombies Suck," with several more in development or under option. Keene is also the Executive Producer for the independent film studio Drunken Tentacle Productions.
Keene's work has received significant recognition and praise in various media outlets such as The New York Times, The History Channel, The Howard Stern Show, CNN.com, Publisher's Weekly, Media Bistro, Fangoria Magazine, and Rue Morgue Magazine. He has won multiple awards and honors, including the World Horror 2014 Grand Master Award, two Bram Stoker Awards, and a recognition from Whiteman A.F.B. for his outreach to U.S. troops serving overseas. Keene is a prolific public speaker, having delivered talks at various conventions, college campuses, theaters, and even inside Central Intelligence Agency headquarters in Langley, VA. He is also the father of two sons and resides in rural Pennsylvania.