2. The Biography of Garth Stein By Holland E. Mattis

3. Early Life – The Young Years  Born in Los Angeles, California on December 6, 1964  Now resides in Seattle, WA with his wife  They have three sons: Caleb, Eamon, and Dashielle  His dog’s name is Comet

4. College Education  Graduated from Columbia College of Columbia University  Earned his Master of Fine Arts degree

5. Film Career  Stein has done work on many documentaries.  The Lunch Date, The Last Party, When Your Head’s not a Head, It’s a Nut  Has written one play: Brother Jones

6. Writing Career  Stein has written many successful novels.  He published Raven Stole the Moon in 1998  How Evan Broke his Head and Other Secrets was published in 2005

7. The Art of Racing in the Rain  Based on his own life experiences  Raced in championship races up until a tragic crash on the track  Published in 2008  It takes a unique twist on life as it is seen through a dog’s eyes.

8. Works Cited  "About Garth." Garth Stein. Web. 06 May 2012..