Matt is available for readings, school-library visits and presentations throughout the year.
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FAQs

What type of presentations do you give?
I have three main presentations. The first centers around my journey as a former reluctant reader turned author. The second presentation concentrates on my process of adapting Ball Don't Lie (along with director Brin Hill) into script form. The third presentation is more of a creative writing lecture/workshop. In addition to writing I teach fiction classes at NYU and Gotham Writers Workshop. But I'm always open to other ideas. If it's a keynote, and I'm presenting to a big crowd, and I'm nervous . . . that's when I break out the inspiring story of my old man's literary awakening.

How do I go about setting up a visit?
Contact me directly over email and we'll work out the details: schedule, author fee, logistics.

So, how the heck are we supposed to pronounce your last name?
Funny you should ask. The good people at TeachingBooks.net just asked me the same thing. Hear the recording here.

What inspired you to write Mexican WhiteBoy?
MWB was definitely a very personal journey for me. Growing up half Mexican I was often confused in terms of my racial identity. I believe as the Hispanic population grows more and more kids will find themselves asking similar questions. To hear more about this, and to listen to me read an excerpt, go here.

Do you still play basketball?
Definitely not as well. It's kind of sad, man. I wrote a bit about my current relationship with hoop here.