Local Author Tops NYT Bestseller List | Fort Wayne News

Fort Wayne News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 26, 2026 · 1m

A Fort Wayne native just made literary history—author Michael Benner, who went to Snider High, has his kids’ book “Mac & Cheese: The Origin Story” soaring to 1 on the New York Times bestseller list. The first in his “Delicious Duos” series, it’s a charming tale of a pasta noodle’s quest to Quesoland and the power of friendship. Benner returned home this past Saturday to celebrate with a book signing at Sunbound Books, reconnecting with his roots and proving that big dreams can come true. Grab your copy online, at Sunbound, or Barnes & Noble—support local talent and spark a child’s…