Star Trek novelist Dave Galanter has passed away from cancer at 51

Author Dave Galanter and books he wrote. Images Amazon, Simon & Schuster

DECEMBER 14, 2020 - Star Trek novelist Dave Galanter has passed away after a battle with cancer. Galanter’s wife Simantha posted on his Twitter account on Saturday evening, December 12th, “It is with great sadness that I must announce the passing of my husband, David Galanter. He is now at rest. Thank you to everyone who has supported us on his cancer journey and throughout his life.” Galanter was 51.

It is with great sadness that I must announce the passing of my husband, David Galanter. He is now at rest. thank you to everyone who has supported us on his cancer journey and throughout his life.

— Dave Galanter (@DaveGalanter) December 13, 2020

Star Trek fans know Galanter most recently as the author of the Lt. Stamets-focused Star Trek: Discovery novel Dead Endless, but he also wrote several others, across several Trek series. He also wrote several short stories, which were compiled in books such as Tales of the Dominion War.

Back in November, we brought you news that Galanter had gone public with his cancer diagnosis, revealing that it was late-stage and that his doctor had given him months to live. At the time, he said, “I am loathe to spend my final days morose. What a waste of precious time that would be. Instead, I intend to spend these last months in as much joy as possible, and as often as I can with those I love.”

If you’d like to learn more about Galanter’s legacy or donate to TargetCancer in his memory can find more information at dave-galanter.com.

Please join Daily Star Trek News in sending condolences to Galanter’s family.

Updated 14 December 2020: Added information about donation’s and Galanter’s website.