Matt Kracht

Matt Kracht is a writer and illustrator known for his humorous approach to natural history, particularly through his bestselling "Field Guide to Dumb Birds" series. His debut book, "The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America" (2019), and its follow-up, "The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of the Whole Stupid World" (2021), both published by Chronicle Books, became Goodreads Choice Awards finalists in the Humor category. He expanded his comedic naturalist repertoire with "OMFG, BEES!: Bees Are So Amazing and You're About to Find Out Why" (2023), further establishing his signature blend of irreverence and fascination with the natural world.

A Pacific Northwest native, Kracht infuses his work with playful mockery and genuine appreciation for wildlife, particularly birds. His illustrated guides combine witty observations with hand-lettered text and whimsical artwork, appealing to both nature enthusiasts and humor readers. Residing in Tacoma with his wife, he draws inspiration from the Puget Sound's surroundings while maintaining a lighthearted perspective on its avian inhabitants. Kracht's works celebrate life's absurdities through a lens of affectionate ridicule, carving a unique niche in contemporary humorous nonfiction.