Steve Metzger author page

Steve Metzger biography

Steve Metzger is an American children’s author of more than seventy books whose work ranges from picture books and early readers to graphic novels. A former early-years teacher, he earned a master’s degree in education from Bank Street College before moving into children’s publishing, where he wrote while working for Scholastic’s Book Clubs.

Metzger is the creator of the long-running early reader series Dinofours, which began with I’m Super Dino! in the late 1990s and grew to dozens of classroom-friendly titles. His standalone picture books include rhythmic read-alouds and concept stories such as When the Leaf Blew In, Five Little Penguins Slipping on the Ice, and The Mixed-Up Alphabet. He has also written humorous fractured tales, notably Detective Blue, and science-themed nonfiction such as Pluto Visits Earth!

Metzger’s work often supports social–emotional learning for younger readers. The Way I Act, illustrated by Janan Cain, introduces positive behaviours through short poems designed for discussion in classrooms and at home. Recent projects include the graphic novel series The Bumble Brothers, created to engage reluctant and newly confident readers with fast-paced, visual storytelling.

Metzger continues to visit schools and libraries, speaking about writing, revision, and how picture books are made from idea to finished publication.