Matthew Dicks is an internationally bestselling American author and a world-renowned storyteller whose work has significantly shaped the modern landscape of personal narrative. Born in 1971, he channels his multifaceted creativity into writing acclaimed novels that often explore the extraordinary within everyday life, including the award-winning Memoirs of an Imaginary Friend. However, it is his unparalleled prowess in live storytelling that truly distinguishes him; as a record-breaking champion of The Moth’s competitive events, he has mastered the mechanics of a compelling story. Dicks distilled this expertise into his transformative, internationally bestselling book Storyworthy, offering a practical guide to engaging and persuading any audience. Beyond writing, he is a dedicated elementary school teacher, a successful columnist, and a sought-after speaking coach for Fortune 500 companies, leaving an indelible mark on both literature and the art of communication.
