My love of outdoor adventure inspires the gritty, resilient characters in my dystopian fiction. I’ve hiked rocky peaks and paddled raging rivers – those brushes with nature’s extremes shape the harsh futures I create. When technology fails in my novels like, The Other Side of the Sun, everyday people must endure against all odds. I hope readers will appreciate modern comforts more after being immersed in my worlds. Born in Columbus, living in Pittsburgh, I infuse my hometown’s spirit into my writing. Now I enjoy making family memories with my two sons and wife when I’m not blazing new trails. Learn more about my journey from hiker to author.