Author also writes as Noah Bly Bart Yates was born in Cheyenne, WY, raised in Lamoni, IA, educated in Boston, MA, and now lives in Iowa City, IA, with the world's finest and most discerning cat. In addition to writing, Yates is a musician, and plays clarinet, saxophone, and bass guitar. His latest novel is THE LANGUAGE OF LOVE AND LOSS, available in stores on May 23, 2023. For personal blogs, reviews, and info about upcoming events, readers can visit his website: bartyates.com