Gordon Korman

Gordon Korman is a highly regarded Canadian-American author, best known for his works in the young adult and children's book genres. Born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, on October 23, 1963, Korman moved to Thornhill, Ontario, at a young age, where he spent most of his formative years. He received his education in Thornhill, attending both the German Mills School and Thornlea Public School. Korman's passion for writing was ignited at the age of 12 when he wrote his first book, "This Can't Be Happening at Macdonald Hall," for a coach who was teaching 7th grade English. This experience would later inspire him to write "The Sixth Grade Nickname Game," in which the character Mr. Huge was based on that 7th grade teacher.

Korman pursued his higher education in the United States, attending New York University, where he earned his B.A. in 1985. While studying there, he developed an interest in film and film writing, which would later influence his writing style. Korman's writing career has been prolific, with more than 85 novels to his name, and he has published over 50 books for middle-grade and teen readers. Some of his most popular works include "The 39 Clues: One False Note," "The Juvie Three," "Son of the Mob," "Born to Rock," and "Schooled." He has also contributed to the multi-author 39 Clues series.

Korman currently resides in Long Island, New York, with his wife and three children. In addition to his love for writing, Korman is also an avid football fan and has been a season ticket holder for many years. He has always been fascinated by the culture of collision in football and has explored this interest in his writing. Korman's ability to write engaging and thought-provoking novels has earned him a place as one of the prominent authors in his genre. His works have captivated audiences worldwide and have solidified his reputation as a talented and accomplished author.