Born and raised in New York City, the author was educated at both Columbia University where he earned his Masters Degree in Social Work and at the City College of New York where he earned his Bachelor of Arts. A lover of ancient Greek and Roman mythology, the author adds his interest in science fiction, in this the third installation in the novel series designed for young adult readers. The Dream Casters series, is anything but kidstuff. If you dream lucidly, like science fiction and ancient mythology, read all the works in this and the other two series for fun and adventure.