Richard Martin Stern

Richard Martin Stern, a renowned American author, was born on March 17, 1915, in Fresno, California, USA. Throughout his illustrious and prolonged writing career, spanning numerous decades, Stern has made a lasting impression on the literary world, with his most notable and enduring contribution being the legendary novel "The Towering Inferno". This groundbreaking work of fiction was later adapted into a highly successful and iconic film in 1974, further solidifying Stern's reputation as a master storyteller. In his personal life, Stern was fortunate to have found a loving and supportive partner in his wife, Dorothy, whom he deeply cherished. After a life filled with purpose, achievement, and joy, Richard Martin Stern's earthly journey came to a close on October 31, 2001, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA. Despite his physical passing, Stern's legacy endures through the countless hearts he touched and the captivating stories he left behind, which continue to be cherished by his loved ones and fans alike.