Gerald A. Schiller is the author of eight books and more than a hundred articles, short stories, reviews, and poems.

Born in Philadelphia and educated at both Temple University and UCLA, he has taught classes in English, Cinema, and Creative Writing.

He wrote and directed educational, documentary, and promotional films for many years, including the award-winning documentaries: CHAPLIN - A CHARACTER IS BORN and KEATON: THE GREAT STONE FACE.

He is profiled in Who's Who in America.