Peter David

Peter Allen David (born September 23, 1956), often abbreviated PAD, is an American writer, known for his work in comic books and Star Trek novels, as well as in television, movies, and video games. In 2008 he published Tigerheart, a novel set in the world of Peter Pan and Neverland, but featuring a new character, Paul Dear.

David often jokingly describes his occupation as "Writer of Stuff", and is noted for his prolific writing, characterized by its mingling of real world issues with humor and references to popular culture, and metafictional elements. Some of his best known work has been writing for Marvel Comics' character The Hulk.