Alan Barnes, a renowned British writer and editor, has made a significant impact in the realms of cult film and television.
As the editor of Judge Dredd Megazine from 2001 to 2005, Barnes played a pivotal role in commissioning and shaping the content of the publication. Notably, he originally commissioned The Simping Detective, a notable addition to the magazine's roster of strips. Additionally, Barnes wrote a select number of Judge Dredd stories that explored alternate universes or featured a youthful Dredd.
Barnes' tenure at Doctor Who Magazine spanned five years, during which he progressed from writing strips to assuming the role of joint editor in 1998 and subsequently becoming the sole editor from 2000 to 2002. Furthermore, he contributed to the magazine's ongoing Fact of Fiction series, a testament to his enduring involvement with the publication.
In addition to his editorial endeavors, Barnes has also written or co-written a range of Doctor Who audio plays for Big Finish Productions, further solidifying his connection to the world of Doctor Who.
Beyond his work in comics and television, Barnes has penned a variety of books on films, including comprehensive analyses of James Bond, Quentin Tarantino, and Sherlock Holmes. One of his most notable literary endeavors is The Hammer Story, a co-authored book with Marcus Hearn that garnered a Bram Stoker Award nomination for Best Non-Fiction in 1997.
