Joining Forces
Ever wonder how Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Flash, Red Tornado and the rest of the Justice League of America (JLA) superheroes got together?
Thriller writer Brad Meltzer has the scoop. For when he's not churning out bestselling novels he's giving voice to these iconic superheroes. The pen behind the JLA's latest compilation: Justice League of America, Vol. I., Meltzer says, "Each hero is dealing with identity in some way. This story shows how the JLA formed and why they need to work together because some problems are bigger than all of them."
How does Meltzer do it?
First he writes the script, then sends it to illustrator, Ed Benes, who draws the action. "It's like directing a movie," says Meltzer. "We decide how many panels should be on a page. It's a really fun day to put words in Superman's mouth."
Meltzer began writing comic scripts in 2001. He particularly enjoys the historical aspect of his superheroes. "America gave the world jazz and it gave the world Batman and Superman," says Meltzer "You know you're just a tiny patchwork in this enormous quilt," he says. "Unlike my thrillers, where people are killed off, Superman will be here long after I'm dead."
Brad Meltzer is the number one selling author of the comic books, IDENTITY CRISIS and JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA. He is also one of the co-creators of the TV show, JACK & BOBBY. His first thriller was an instant bestseller. Since then, all six of his novels have hit THE NEW YORK TIMES bestseller list including the number one spot for BOOK OF FATE. He is the first author to reach the #1 spot on both THE NEW YORK TIMES and the Diamond comic book bestseller lists simultaneously.
