Frank Silverstein

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Frank Silverstein is an American author, screenwriter and producer. His works include books, plays, television shows and films. He is best known for creating the television show Cheers and its spin-off, Frasier, which both enjoyed worldwide success. As an author, Silverstein has written several books, ranging from memoirs and fictional works to children’s books and non-fiction works.

Silverstein began his career as a writer after studying film and television at the University of Southern California. His first television series, a sports-comedy show called Clubhouse, was created for NBC in 1984. Shortly after, he was offered a job as the creative consultant for the highly successful NBC sitcom Cheers. After many successful seasons and numerous Emmys, Silverstein left the Cheers writing staff and began to focus on other projects.

The author went on to write, produce and executive produce the critically acclaimed sitcom Frasier from 1993 to 2004. The show was one of the most popular shows of the 1990s and was the winner of multiple Emmy awards. Following the show's finale, Silverstein wrote, produced and executive produced the successful medical drama House, which aired on Fox from 2004 to 2012.

After House, Silverstein wrote his first book, The Book of Shadows: A Novel. The book follows the story of a small town in Maine, USA, and its residents as they live and struggle with magic, mystery and the power of the supernatural. The novel was met with positive reviews and was even optioned to be adapted into a television show. Silverstein followed The Book of Shadows up with a collection of short stories titled Midnight and Roses, which was released in 2011.

Silverstein's writing has been described as charming, witty and heart-filled. His works have captured the hearts of readers around the world and have won several awards and accolades. The author's most recent book, The Brightest Flame, was published in 2017 and tells a story of redemption and resilience.

In recent years, Silverstein has also been credited as a screenwriter and story editor on several films including Jumanji, The Visit and A Dog's Purpose. In addition, he has also produced several television series, including the Amazon original series Transparent.

Awards and Accolades

Frank Silverstein has proven himself to be a creative force to be reckoned with in the world of television and film. He is the recipient of many awards, including 21 Emmys for his work on the hit show Cheers, and 3 for his work on the show Frasier. In addition, he won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for the film The Visit in 2017.

Silverstein has also been recognized for his writing in both books and television. In 2012, he was the recipient of the ALANotable Children's Award for his middle-grade novel, The Gift Giver. He also won a Golden Globe and a Peabody Award in 2017 for writing and producing the Amazon series, Transparent.

Conclusion

Frank Silverstein is one of the most successful authors, producers and screenwriters in the entertainment industry. He has written and produced numerous popular books and television shows, including Cheers and Frasier, which were both met with much critical acclaim and international success. His most recent works include the middle-grade novel The Gift Giver and the television series, Transparent. His works have won him multiple awards, including Emmys and a Golden Globe. Silverstein is sure to continue to impress audiences for years to come with his unique storytelling and creative vision.