C. Robert Cargill is an accomplished American author and screenwriter. He has made a name for himself in the fields of science fiction, horror, and urban fantasy, with two notable works being "Day Zero" and "Sea of Rust." Cargill's journey in the literary world began as a teenager in San Antonio, where he was deeply involved in literary and poetry scenes. His first semi-professional job was at "The Sun Poetic Times," a literary magazine, and his first piece of printed work was an editorial published in both the "Express News" and the "San Antonio Light" when he was just fifteen years old. During this time, Cargill learned from many leading literary figures, honing his skills in poetry and prose.
Before establishing himself as a novelist and screenwriter, Cargill had a diverse range of occupations. His past jobs include waiting tables, freelance writing, working at a video store, voice acting, serving as a travel agent, working at a day care center, being a camp counselor, making sandwiches as an artist, and working as an airline reservation agent. These varied experiences have contributed to his rich and diverse background, which is reflected in his writing.
In addition to his work as an author, Cargill has extensive experience in film criticism. He wrote for Ain't it Cool News under the pseudonym Massawyrm for over a decade and served as the animated reviewer Carlyle on Spill.com. Cargill also freelanced for various other websites, including Film.com and Hollywood.com. His expertise in film criticism led him to co-write the motion picture "Sinister," demonstrating his versatility as a writer. Cargill currently resides and works in Austin, Texas, continuing to contribute to the realms of literature and film.