Gordon MacKenzie

Gordon MacKenzie was a best-selling author of fantasy, mystery and science fiction, who was active in the literary world for more than thirty years. An American of Scottish descent, he was born in Missouri, but lived in New York City for most of his adult life, where he also wrote for several magazines.

MacKenzie’s most popular fantasy series was launched in 1978 with the publication of Kingdom of the Wolves, which was quickly followed by the sequels, The King’s Gold and Slayer of Dreams. This trilogy was a success among its readers, and helped establish MacKenzie as an author of substance. The Wolves series follows the adventures of Prince Dirk and Princess Sheena, who are the only surviving members of a royal family that was betrayed and slaughtered by a treacherous ruler. Together, they must avenge the death of their family, while struggling to keep their kingdom safe and prosperous. With a unique blend of fantasy and adventure, it has become a timeless classic.

MacKenzie also wrote a pair of science fiction novels, which feature a world known as Requiem. Here, the inhabitants of a distant planet must battle the powerful forces of an oppressive government in order to maintain their freedom. The first novel in the series, The Third Requiem, was published in 1983 and earned MacKenzie the Nebula Award for Best Novel. The second novel, Mortal Waves, was published in 1987, and takes readers further into the world of Requiem and its extraordinary characters.

MacKenzie is also well known for his mystery novels, which first appeared in 1995 with the publication of The Succubus and the Other. This novel follows Detective Crane, as he investigates a series of strange deaths that all seem to share a common connection. It has been described as an Edgar Allan Poe-like psychological thriller, and has earned MacKenzie numerous accolades, along with popularity among a variety of readers.

Throughout his career, MacKenzie wrote numerous novels and short stories, along with poetry and numerous magazine articles. His works often featured unusual characters and twisting plots. In recent years, many of his books have been reissued in electronic editions, allowing a new generation to enjoy his works.

MacKenzie passed away in 2005 at the age of 65, but his legacy lives on in his wonderful books. He was a unique voice in the fantasy and science fiction genre, and his writing will continue to inspire readers for generations to come.