Lee Shargel

Lee Shargel is an author and screenwriter. He has written 5 books and 12 screenplays. Along with his wife, actress Danae Mckillop-Shargel, they started FilmWorks. A motion picture company. He has written, produced and directed three feature films and four short films. Lee was also the North American feature writer for UK based Sci-Fi & Fantasy FX magazine. As a result of his sci-fi features, Lee was asked to contribute four chapters to Sir Richard Attenborough's commemorative publication, "100 Years of Moving Pictures," The publication honored the 100th birthday of the motion picture industry. It was so successful, it sold out 100,000 copies and is now a sought-after collectible. Lee's contribution included an in depth interview with Steven Spielberg. It is the centerpiece of the publication.

Following the success of "100 Years", Lee's first sci-fi novel "Voice in the Mirror " was published and was a huge success. Unfortunately, the book also embroiled Lee in the Heaven's Gate suicide cult led by Marshall Applewhite. Lee's new book, "Finding Heaven: The Truth About the Heaven's Gate Massacre," will be published soon.

Lee's latest book, "FIREMAN DOWN: The story of African American Firefighter, Arthur Reese, was published in September 2021. This is a story based on true events. Arthur Reese was a firefighter in a large metropolitan city in the south. As part of a program mandated by the federal government to integrate all public services, He was the first black man to volunteer to to be assigned to a fire house that was a den of white racists. Although, he was subjected to humiliation and persecution by his peers who were hell bent on making him quit, he never gave in. His courage, character and faith, his example was exemplary. Decorated for his bravery, knowledge and demeanor, many of his persecutors became his defenders. Soon, they too, became persecuted and learned first-hand what it was like to be persecuted for the color of your skin. It is a compelling story of how one man's courage changed a community forever.

Lee suffered a heart attack three days before his book launch and underwent triple by-pass surgery. It forced him to cancel his book tour and promotion. Now he has the health and energy of a twenty-year-old. He is promoting Fireman Down with book signings, public speaking on the subject of race relations and starting a new, weekly podcast. Lee has two new books coming out later this year and he is raring to go! Be on the lookout for his new book, U.S.S Shark, a thriller about the hijack of a nuclear submarine by terrorists. Also, his new contribution to science fiction readers, "Filby: Forever in Time." Lee's tribute to director, George Pal, screenwriter, David Duncan and science fiction author of THE TIME MACHINE, H.G. Wells.

Lee Shargel lives in Phoenix, Arizona with his wife Danae their cat Jack and Saint Bernard dog, CUJO.