John Warner is an American author, editor, and educator known for his contributions to the field of composition, creative writing, and satire. He is perhaps most recognizable as a long-time contributor to McSweeney's Internet Tendency and for his work on the satirical college textbook "The Official Preppy Handbook." Warner has written several books, including "The Funny Man" and "Why They Can't Write: Killing the Five-Paragraph Essay and Other Necessities." His writing often explores themes related to the teaching and practice of writing, humor, and the intricacies of the modern educational system. Warner is also an advocate for broad educational reform, particularly in the area of writing instruction, and he frequently discusses issues of pedagogy and literacy in his essays and public appearances. Additionally, he has experience as a columnist for the Chicago Tribune and has served as an editor at large for the journal "McSweeney's Quarterly Concern."