A prolific and influential figure in the literary world, J Thorn has published over two million words and sold more than 200,000 books globally since 2009. His membership in prestigious writing associations, including the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America and the Horror Writers Association, speaks to his significant impact on the genre. As a co-founder of the Writers, Ink podcast with J.D. Barker, J has conversed with some of the most successful authors of our time, gaining unique insights into the craft of writing. With a rich academic background in American History and a Master’s from Duquesne University, J balances his life as a husband, father, writer, and educator, recently teaching entrepreneurship at John Carroll University. Known for his Gen X cynicism with an underlying belief in collective success, J Thorn brings a unique perspective to the world of writing and creativity.