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Dave Croatto

Dave Croatto, a long-time writer-editor at MAD Magazine, lives in New Jersey with his wife and two small children. Once, in a diner, Dave saw a woman take a spoonful of complimentary mints from a bowl by the cash register, and put the spoon directly into her mouth. This experience still haunts him and informs every single thing that he writes.

Videos from the 2024 First-Year Experience® Conference are now available

We’re pleased to share videos from the 2024 First-Year Experience® Conference. Whether you weren’t able to join us at the conference or would simply like to hear the talks again, please take a moment to view the clips below.   Penguin Random House Author Breakfast Monday, February 19th, 7:15 – 8:45 am PST This event

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