Alan Zelenetz, born June 24, 1948, is an American comic-book writer and film producer. He is best known for co-creating the Epic Comics series *Alien Legion*, a space-opera military saga that blended science fiction with gritty realism. Zelenetz entered comics in the early 1980s, quickly becoming a reliable writer for Marvel. He penned runs on *Moon Knight*, *Thor*, and *Conan the King*, often working with artists like John Buscema and Bill Sienkiewicz. His work on *Conan* and *Kull the Conqueror* showcased a talent for dark fantasy and heroic adventure. Zelenetz also co-founded Ovie Entertainment, moving into film production later in his career. His credits span nearly four decades, from 1982 to 2021, with over 90 issues. While he never received major industry awards, his contributions to Marvel’s fantasy and cosmic lines remain respected by collectors and historians. Zelenetz’s legacy is that of a versatile storyteller who helped shape the tone of 1980s Marvel’s mature-reader imprint.
