Some kids find their way through watching their role models, but others find their purpose in life by telling stories. John Grogan, the author of Marley & Me, found his purpose in life by telling stories at a young age.

  “Sometimes the screw up kids go off and make something of themselves. Believe in yourself,” said Grogan.

  Growing up, Grogan did not want to become an author, but his teacher told him that she saw something in him. His stories changed from fiction to creative nonfiction.

  “I didn’t start third grade thinking I wanted to be a writer,” said Grogan.

  As a steady source of income, Grogan became a journalist. He wrote his own column in the newspaper, which gave him more freedom to write what he wanted. This freedom allowed Grogan to combine creative writing with news.

  John Grogan is well known for his book, Marley & Me. The book is about his relationship with his dog, Marley. His heart touching story was a huge seller, and it got so big that it was made into a movie.

  The movie itself had an amazing cast of actors and actresses that embodied the book. They took on a hard role of encapturing the heartfelt relationship between John and Marley. Marley & Me does not focus on just the relationship between man and dog, but it focuses on John’s life as well.

  After the movie was made, Grogan went on tour for his book and movie. He not only continued to make money off of the movie, but he decided to become a teacher at Lehigh University. Grogan continues to write books, teach, and combine creative writing into his work.

  “If you want to be writers, do a little something everyday. Be sure to write for yourself,” said Grogan.