J. Mackie Matysiak was born and raised in Texas where he still resides today. His debut novel "The Stray Hours" is a highly anticipated gonzo picáro noir with a fat slice of Americ...view moreJ. Mackie Matysiak was born and raised in Texas where he still resides today. His debut novel "The Stray Hours" is a highly anticipated gonzo picáro noir with a fat slice of Americana life. He is a multi-genre author, poet, & scriptwriter. When he is not writing he enjoys a multitude of arts & supports his hometown team, with baseball being his first love. (Go 'Stros)J. Mackie is also a strong activist, advocate, & board member of the Twisted Crown Foundation. A non-profit dedicated to survivors & the arts."I'd rather laugh about nothing than cry about everything."~J. Mackie Matysiak~view less