Brian Selznick is an acclaimed American author, well-known for his work in Arts & Photography and Children’s books. Born on July 14, 1966, in East Brunswick Township, New Jersey, Selznick was always passionate about drawing, even though it often landed him in trouble as a child. His artistic inclinations were not discouraged, and he went on to become a successful children’s book author and illustrator. Selznick is married to David Serlin and currently resides in New York, Brooklyn, and San Diego, California.
Selznick studied at the Rhode Island School of Design and began his career at Eeyore’s Books for Children in New York City after graduation. While working at the bookstore, he honed his skills and knowledge about children's books under the guidance of Steve Geck, who is now an editor of children's books at Greenwillow. Selznick's first book, The Houdini Box, was published in 1991, while he was still employed at the bookstore. Since then, he has illustrated numerous children's books, such as Frindle by Andrew Clements, The Doll People by Ann Martin and Laura Godwin, Amelia and Eleanor Go for a Ride by Pam Muñoz Ryan, and The Dinosaurs of Waterhouse Hawkins by Barbara Kerley, which received a 2001 Caldecott Honor.
In addition to illustrating, Selznick has also authored several books, including The Boy of a Thousand Faces, The Invention of Hugo Cabret, Wonderstruck, and The Marvels. The Invention of Hugo Cabret, published in 2007, is a notable work that won the Caldecott Medal, was nominated for a National Book Award, and inspired Martin Scorsese's Oscar-winning film Hugo. Selznick's unique and innovative storytelling style, often combining illustrations and text, has garnered critical acclaim and captivated young readers. He currently resides in Brooklyn, New York, and San Diego, California, with his husband.