R. A Montgomery

Raymond Almiran Montgomery, known as R.A. Montgomery, was a publisher-turned-author best known as a key creator and writer of the Choose Your Own Adventure interactive children's book series, which has sold over 260 million copies.[1][2] Born in Greenwich, Connecticut, he was an avid adventurer who explored mountains, seas, and the mind.[3] He passed away on November 9, 2014, at age 78 after a battle with cancer.[1][2][5]