Herndon, J. a.: - J.A. Herndon, also known as Austin, is a storyteller, cattle farmer, and lifelong explorer of characters with moral complexity. A lover of epic fantasy, Austin creates intricate worlds and characters that navigate the blurred lines between right and wrong. His debut novel, Forge & Fray, launches a series rich with political intrigue, ancient magic, and the resurgence of forgotten gods. When not writing, he enjoys the simple life on the farm, spending time with family, tending animals, reading, and gaming.