Max Brallier is an American author, game designer, and entrepreneur. He is best known for his children's books, including The Last Kids on Earth series, as well as his work in the gaming industry. He is the founder of the game studio, Eerie Guest, and the creator of the popular game, Galactic Hot Dogs. Brallier has also written for various publications, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Huffington Post. He is an advocate for the power of play and creativity, and is passionate about inspiring the next generation of innovators.