Who is Matthew Arnold Stern? For starters, I'm no relation to Howard. I am an award-winning writer and public speaker. I have been writing professionally since 1983 as a technical writer, publicist, journalist, and novelist. I published two novels and a guide for public speakers. My achievements include a Distinguished Toastmaster and awards from the Society of Technical Communication. I have given speeches at technical conferences including the Society for Technical Communication and WritersUA. I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BA in English from California State University, Northridge. I'm married with two children and lots of cats.