Garth Stein is an accomplished American author and film producer, hailing from Seattle, Washington. Renowned for his novel The Art of Racing in the Rain, Stein also possesses a diverse creative portfolio encompassing documentary filmmaking, playwriting, teaching, and amateur car racing. His literary works are characterized by a blend of gothic, historical, and coming-of-age themes, which are often intertwined with ghostly elements.

Stein's oeuvre includes the New York Times bestselling novel A Sudden Light and How Evan Broke His Head and Other Secrets, which was honored with the PNBA Book Award. Additionally, he has authored Raven Stole the Moon and penned the stage play Brother Jones. Apart from his storytelling prowess, Stein is an avid dog lover, has engaged in car racing, and enjoys climbing tall trees. He has contributed to the cinematic world through his documentary films.

He resides in Seattle with his family and is a co-founder of Seattle7Writers.org, a non-profit collective of Northwest authors dedicated to fostering a vibrant literary community. Stein's commitment to the arts is further exemplified by his efforts to promote reading and writing among the public.