Timothy Zahn
- Born:
- September 1, 1951, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Science Fiction Author
Early Life and Education
- Zahn received a B.S. in Physics from Michigan State University in 1973.
- He earned an M.S. in Physics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1975.
- Before becoming a full-time writer, he worked as a research analyst.
Career and Major Achievements
- Zahn began writing professionally in the late 1970s.
- He is best known for his contributions to the Star Wars Expanded Universe, particularly his creation of Grand Admiral Thrawn.
- His Star Wars novel, Heir to the Empire (1991), revitalized interest in the franchise and is often credited with launching the Expanded Universe.
- Won the Hugo Award for Best Novella in 1984 for Cascade Point.
Notable Works
- Star Wars Novels:
- Heir to the Empire (1991)
- Dark Force Rising (1992)
- The Last Command (1993)
- Specter of the Past (1997)
- Vision of the Future (1998)
- Survivor's Quest (2004)
- Outbound Flight (2006)
- Numerous other Star Wars novels and short stories
- Other Science Fiction Series:
- The Cobra Series
- The Blackcollar Series
- The Quadrail Series
- The Icarus Hunt
Legacy and Impact
Timothy Zahn is a prominent figure in science fiction, particularly known for his skillful character development and intricate plotting. The impact of his contribution is visible in his creation of Grand Admiral Thrawn for the Star Wars expanded universe, which gave it renewed popularity, cementing his name in the realm of sci-fi authorship. For a more in-depth look, various sources cover the Timothy Zahn biography in detail.