Rodney Barnes

During his childhood he quickly gravitated to comic books, primarily superhero style, horror and science fiction.

In between he was nominated for writing special material by the Writers Guild of America for his work on the 88th Academy Awards, hosted by comedian Chris Rock.

He authored "Birth of a Patriot," a short story in Marvel Comics' Secret Empire spin-off "Brave New World" #2.

As well, Barnes co-wrote the adaption of Arc of Justice, which is set to be produced/financed by the Mark Gordon Company, directed by José Padilha and starring Russell Crowe and David Oyelowo.

Barnes is also developing Atlanta's Most Wanted, a one-hour crime drama starring T.I., for the Fox Broadcasting Company and producer Jerry Bruckheimer and is attached to write and showrun Things That Make White People Uncomfortable, an anthology series based on the book of the same name, written by former NFL defensive lineman Michael Bennett.

[11] Additionally, his graphic novel "Florence and Normandie", a project collaboration with entertainer Xzibit and artist Jonathan Wayshack, are both published under the ZLOS imprint.