Michael Grant is a well-known and accomplished American author. He was born in Los Angeles, California on July 26, 1954. Grant attended the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he received a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature. He then went on to get a Master’s degree in Creative Writing from San Francisco State University. His writing career spans over 20 years, during which he has published over 150 books. His most popular work is the Gone series, which has sold millions of copies worldwide. It has also been turned into a television series. Grant is known for his unique and thrilling blend of science fiction, fantasy, and suspense in his books. He currently resides in California with his wife, Katherine Applegate, who is also an accomplished author.