Jerome Bixby

Born in Los Angeles on January 11, 1923, Jerome Bixby built a varied career as a science fiction writer, editor, and scriptwriter. He became known in the 1950s for punchy, idea-driven stories and for editing science fiction magazines during a lively period for the genre.

He later reached a wider audience through screenwriting. He wrote for television and film, with credits that include The Twilight Zone, Star Trek, and the 1966 film Fantastic Voyage. His reputation has lasted because he could take a big speculative idea and turn it into a story that felt clear, dramatic, and entertaining.

Bixby died on April 28, 1998, in San Bernardino, California. He remains a notable figure in science fiction for readers and viewers alike, especially for the way he moved easily between pulp-era storytelling and classic screen science fiction.