Jeffrey Jacob “J. J.” Abrams is a director, producer, writer, author, and composer, best known for his work in the genres of action, drama, and science fiction. Abrams wrote and/or produced feature films such as Regarding Harry, Forever Young, Armageddon, and Cloverfield. He created or cocreated a number of TV drama series, including Felicity, Alias, Lost, and Fringe. He has also directed Star Trek (2009), Star Trek Into Darkness (2013), the upcoming Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and several others. Paul Ruditis is the author of many licensed fiction and nonfiction companion books, from Charmed and Buffy the Vampire Slayer to Star Trek and Bones, among others. He lives in Burbank, California.