When Was Alan Gratz Born?

Alan Michael Gratz is the author of 17 novels for young adults including Prisoner B-3087, Code of Honor, Grenade, Something Rotten, and Refugee. Gratz was born in Knoxville, Tennessee. He holds a B.A. in creative writing and a master's degree in English education, both from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

What was Alan Gratz childhood like?

Alan was born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee, home of the 1982 World's Fair. After a carefree but humid childhood, Alan attended the University of Tennessee, where he earned a College Scholars degree with a specialization in creative writing, and, later, a Master's degree in English education.

What was the first book Alan Gratz write?

In 2006, he published his first novel, Samurai Shortstop, an ALA 2007 Top Ten Book for Young Adults.