Robert Munsch was born in Pittsburgh and has 8 siblings

Studied for 7 years to be a Jesuit Priest

He and his wife went to Canada to look for work

After much coaxing, he wrote his first book 'Mud Puddle', he became a Canadian Citizen around this time.

His 1st U.S. best seller was 'Love You Forever' and became a best seller with zero publicity

He has gotten story ideas from visiting families and staying with them.

He currently writes an average of 2 books a year.