Mac Barnett

Mac Barnett is a renowned children's book author, born on August 23, 1982, in a California farming community. Although he was raised in a non-farming family, he has since made his home near San Francisco. Barnett is a significant figure in the literary world, with his works translated into over 30 languages and selling more than one million copies in the United States alone.

Barnett's writing career began after completing high school when he attended Pomona College, where he studied under the author, Foster Wallace. He is best known for his picture book, "Earn a Yarn," which won the Boston Globe book awards in 2013 and the White Read Award in the same year. Another notable work is "Sam and Dave Dig Hole," which earned him a Caldecott Medal Award and a Caldecott honor.

In addition to his writing, Barnett is an active member of the literary community. He is on the board of directors of 826LA, a nonprofit writing center for students in Los Angeles, and founded the Echo Park Time Travel Mart, a convenience store for time travelers. Barnett's achievements in children's literature are notable, with several of his books receiving recognition. For instance, "Leo: A Ghost Story," illustrated by Christian Robinson, and "The Skunk," illustrated by Patrick McDonnell, were both named two of the Ten Best Illustrated Books of 2015 by The New York Times. Barnett's novels, including the Brixton Brothers series of mystery novels and The Terrible Two series, have also garnered significant attention. He currently resides in Oakland, California.