Francis Paul Wilson is an American author and a medical doctor, born on May 17, 1946, in Jersey City, New Jersey. He is renowned for his work across multiple genres, including horror, science fiction, adventure, and medical thrillers.

Some of his notable works include the Repairman Jack series, featuring titles like Ground Zero, The Tomb, and Fatal Error. He is also known for the Adversary Cycle series, which includes The Keep, and a young adult series about the teenage Jack.

Wilson began his writing career in the 1970s while studying medicine, with his first novel, Healer, published in 1976. He made his mark in the horror genre with the international bestseller The Keep in 1981. His genres have varied, including suspense, and he has also worked in interactive scripting for companies like Disney.

Throughout his career, Wilson has received numerous accolades, including the Prometheus Award, the Bram Stoker Award, and the Inkpot Award from San Diego ComiCon. In the 1990s, he transitioned into medical suspense novels and continued to expand his writing into multimedia formats.

Besides his literary achievements, Wilson is an ardent admirer of H. P. Lovecraft, a passion sparked in his youth. He has also been recognized for his exploration of libertarian political philosophy in his works, notably in his early science fiction novels.

Wilson currently resides in Wall Township, New Jersey.