King George: What Was His Problem?

Steve Sheinkin is a distinguished author celebrated for transforming historical facts into enthralling narratives. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Sheinkin spent parts of his childhood in Mississippi and Colorado, influencing his early love for action stories, which shaped his narrative style. His fascination with tales of adventure, exemplified by his all-time favorite book, Mutiny on the Bounty, foreshadowed his knack for uncovering history’s thrilling aspects. His studies in communications and international relations at Syracuse University, along with documentary work in Nicaragua, provided him with a solid foundation in storytelling and a global perspective. His subsequent work with the National Audubon Society and foray into filmmaking in Austin, Texas, further honed his narrative skills.

Working in educational publishing in New York, he transitioned from editing to writing, crafting textbook chapters that fueled his passion for history. Leaving textbooks behind, Sheinkin authored King George: What Was His Problem?, allowing him to tell the stories of the American Revolution with the depth and engagement they deserved, free from the constraints of traditional textbook writing. Sheinkin, from a lover of adventure tales to a pivotal voice in historical literature, illustrates his exceptional ability to engage readers with history’s complexities, making him the perfect conduit to connect past and present.