R.J. Stewart, the author of the post-apocalyptic thriller Crazy Hawk, is best known fordeveloping, writing, and producing Xena: Warrior Princess (starring Lucy Lawless), once thehighest-rated television show in syndication.  He started out as a teamster for nine years and a fledgling stage actor, until he got his first break, writing for the NBC romance, detective drama starring Pierce Brosnan, Remington Steele. It would parlay into a 22-year Hollywood career that includes writing credits for movies The Rundown, starring Duane “The Rock” Johnson, Major League 2, starring Charlie Sheen, and television’s Cleopatra 2525. He also worked on projects with Kevin Costner, Rebecca DeMornay, and James Garner.