Brian P. Cleary (born October 1, 1959) is an American humorist, poet, and author.
He has toured more than 500 elementary schools in the U.S. and Europe as a visiting author making presentations to students and staff.
Kirkus Reviews praised his book on Adjectives, as, "Neat, clever, commnendable, and groovy."
His poetry has been anthologized alongside Jack Prelutsky, Kenn Nesbitt, and Lemony Snicket in a collection tilted "One Minute Till Bedtime," published by Little, Brown Books, 2016.
Cleary's literary influences include Ogden Nash, Shel Silverstein, and E.E.