Steve Sheinkin is an American author renowned for his compelling history books aimed at young adults. A journey from being a textbook writer to dedicating himself to crafting nonfiction books for younger readers starting in 2008 marks his transition into the literary world. Sheinkin's narratives are celebrated for their ability to render historical facts engaging and accessible to his audience.

Sheinkin's early life began in Brooklyn, NY, where he developed a profound love for action-packed and outdoor adventure stories. This fascination with tales of sea voyages, treasure hunts, and thrilling encounters with the dangerous wildlife of the seas, including sharks, laid the foundation for his storytelling passion. Among his favorites was "Mutiny on the Bounty," a novel recounting the true story of a rebellion on a British ship in the late 1700s.

Furthering his education at Syracuse University, Sheinkin studied communications and international relations. A notable experience during his college years was spending a summer in Central America, where he engaged in creating a documentary on the streets of Nicaragua.