Books with author Matthew Van Stavern

Matt’s True Iraqi Tail is the first book in the “Uncle Matt Series.” Uncle Matt would like to introduce you all to his new friend Gun. Now, I know a lot of you are probably asking, "What is he thinking? Or why is Uncle Matt talking about a stuffed animal?" You see, Uncle Matt is a very social person and loves meeting new people and traveling to different places. He is very adventurous . . . So, while many family members get to play with his dog Monty, the substitute for him is a little guy that he is allowed to associate with according to Army standards in a deployed environment... and his name is “Gun.” In this book Uncle Matt shares his humorous adventures with his three precious young nephews and lets you the reader enjoy the adventure too. Let Matt tell you a little about Gun . . .

Growing Strong is the third book in the “Uncle Matt Series.” This humorous children's book was inspired by Uncle Matts’ ever-growing three precious young nephews. Previously, he has written two other children's books sharing a little humor about himself and what he goes through. He wrote this third book so his nephews and young people everywhere could understand basic principles on how to face life, about how to grow up strong. He believes that if you train children in the way they should go, they will follow the best paths, especially if someone they respect is setting that example.

Matt’s Road Trip is the second book in the “Uncle Matt Series.” In his previous book, Matt's True Iraqi Tail, "Uncle Matt" introduced you all to his new friend Gunn. Now, as you might remember, Uncle Matt is a very social person and loves meeting new people, traveling to different places. He is very adventurous . . . Back from his second tour in Iraqi, he embarked on a road trip to visit relatives and enjoy some of the beautiful United States. In this book he shares his humorous adventures with his three precious young nephews and lets you the reader enjoy the adventure too. Uncle Matt says that his friend Gunn wants everyone to keep in touch with family. Plus, the most important things in life are family and friends! It doesn't matter if your boat doesn't float or your truck doesn't run . . . family and friends are the most important!

Making the Grade is the fourth book in the “Uncle Matt Series.” Again, this humorous children's book was inspired by Matthew Van Stavern’s ever-growing three young nephews. Matt has written three other children's books, sharing a little of his own humor, plus what he would like to share with his nephews. He wrote this fourth book so a young person could read it easily and understand basic principles on how to “make the grade.” He believes that if you train children in the way they should go, they will follow the best paths, especially if someone they respect is setting that example.

Matthew Van Stavern hails from the "Golden State" commonly known as California. He attended California State University of Chico and graduated with a Bachelor's in Political Science while completing his Paralegal Certificate. He entered the United States Army and Commission from Officers Candidate School in December 2005 from Fort Benning, Georgia. He has deployed on multiple occasions and continues to share his life's experiences. He has written his fourth book in Uncle Matt’s Series. He continues to serve his country proudly. Ultimately, he wants his family and loved ones to know that he prays daily for their safety and every service member. Finally, he thanks God for the love, continuous dedication, and support of his friends and family.

Matt’s True Iraqi Tail is the first book in the “Uncle Matt Series.” Uncle Matt would like to introduce you all to his new friend Gun. Now, I know a lot of you are probably asking, "What is he thinking? Or why is Uncle Matt talking about a stuffed animal?" You see, Uncle Matt is a very social person and loves meeting new people and traveling to different places. He is very adventurous . . . So, while many family members get to play with his dog Monty, the substitute for him is a little guy that he is allowed to associate with according to Army standards in a deployed environment... and his name is “Gun.” In this book Uncle Matt shares his humorous adventures with his three precious young nephews and lets you the reader enjoy the adventure too. Let Matt tell you a little about Gun . . .

This humorous children's book was inspired by Matt Van Stavern's ever-growing three young nephews. He has written two other children's books sharing a little humor about himself and what he goes through. He wrote this third book so a young person could read it easily and understand basic principles on how to face life. He believes that if you train children in the way they should go, they will follow the best paths, especially if someone they respect is setting that example.

Matt’s Road Trip is the second book in the “Uncle Matt Series.” In his previous book, Matt's True Iraqi Tail, "Uncle Matt" introduced you all to his new friend Gunn. Now, as you might remember, Uncle Matt is a very social person and loves meeting new people, traveling to different places. He is very adventurous . . . Back from his second tour in Iraqi, he embarked on a road trip to visit relatives and enjoy some of the beautiful United States. In this book he shares his humorous adventures with his three precious young nephews and lets you the reader enjoy the adventure too. Uncle Matt says that his friend Gunn wants everyone to keep in touch with family. Plus, the most important things in life are family and friends! It doesn't matter if your boat doesn't float or your truck doesn't run . . . family and friends are the most important!