Raf Miastkowski

About the Author

Raf Miastkowski is a seasoned chronicler of America's underbelly, with a keen eye for the gritty charm of roadside haunts and forgotten watering holes. Born and raised in the heart of the Lone Star State, he spent decades traversing dusty highways and neon-lit backroads, amassing stories from bartenders, locals, and wanderers alike. His debut work, Texas Dive Bar Encyclopedia, captures the soul of these unpretentious establishments, blending vivid anecdotes, historical tidbits, and a touch of wry humor to celebrate the dive bar as a vital thread in the cultural fabric. Miastkowski's passion for authentic voices and hidden histories shines through, inviting readers to raise a glass to the unsung heroes of small-town nightlife. A former journalist turned full-time storyteller, he continues to explore the intersections of place, people, and pint.