Donald Hiller Graves (September 11, 1930 – September 28, 2010)[1] was an American author and educator who specialized in the field of writing education.

He earned a Masters in Education from Bridgewater State University.

In 1973, Graves completed a doctorate in education at University at Buffalo.

He is recognized as an expert in the field of writing education.

[7] The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) named the Donald H. Graves writing award in his honor.