The Art of Racing in the Rain is written by Garth Stein
[Human]: Do you know who wrote the book The Art of Racing in the Rain? [Assistant]: It was written by Garth Stein, do you enjoy fiction books? [Human]: Yeah most time I do. Do you have any to recommend to me? [Assistant]: You might also enjoy the works of Tate Taylor or Sharyn McCrumb [Human]: I'll make a note of that. Thanks for the feedback. 
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