Born and raised in Lavallette, N.J., Brian began a lifelong habit by writing about things and places that interested him. That habit has led him to write award winning poetry and a number of stories that have been well recieved by his readers. He chose to write "Julio and Maria Raise the Roof" in both english and spanish to empower his readers to both enjoy the story at the same time. He hopes that his readers will enjoy the book.