Stephen E. Dinehart IV

Stephen E. Dinehart IV is a novelist, narrative designer, and Assistant Professor of Film, Animation & New Media at the University of Tampa. He coined the professional designation "Narrative Designer" in 2006, a term now standard at Microsoft, Ubisoft, EA, Riot Games, and studios worldwide. His game credits include F.E.A.R. 3, Company of Heroes, and the Dawn of War franchise. He served as Game Attraction Designer for Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan, Hollywood, and Epic Universe Orlando, earning a Golden Ticket Award and two THEA Awards. He holds an MFA from USC's School of Cinematic Arts. Emperor of the Cherokee is his second novel and an act of witness and return.