Bruce Hale

Bruce Hale is a renowned author, known for his ability to create seriously funny books for children. His passion for children's literature began in the fourth grade, and since then, he has written and illustrated over 70 books for kids. Bruce has written various genres of children's books, including picture books, easy readers, graphic novels, and novels. His works are known to blend humor and horror, making them appealing to a wide range of young readers.

One of Bruce's most popular series is the Chet Gecko Mysteries, which includes the Edgar Award finalist, The Malted Falcon. He has also written the Monstertown Mysteries series, Class Pets, and the forthcoming Outerspace Mystery Pizza Club books, which are set to be released in 2024. Bruce's love for monster movies is evident in his writing, and he has a knack for creating engaging and humorous stories that captivate young readers.

Aside from being an author, Bruce is also a Fulbright Scholar in Storytelling and an accomplished speaker. He has presented at various conferences, universities, and schools both nationally and internationally. Bruce's acting resume includes regional commercials, theater, and an independent film, The Ride. His love for jazz is also noteworthy, and he sings with a Latin jazz group called Mezcal Martini in Santa Barbara.

Bruce is passionate about inspiring reluctant readers to read. He is grateful to the right books and teachers who encouraged him to follow his love of story in a different direction. Bruce lives in Santa Barbara with his wife and knuckleheaded dog Riley. When he's not writing or reading, you may find him hiking, kickboxing, or singing with his jazz band.