Biography

Joe (he/him) is an aspiring author with a background in engineering and robotics. Born and raised in New York, he thrives on a diet of fantasy, thrillers, and ice cream (milk shakes also acceptable). From a young age, he’s worked to arm himself with the skills of a proper Chosen One, from building his own blacksmithing forge and two-story-tall siege engine to studying fencing and medieval martial arts. When not crafting new stories, he can be found painting or playing piano, drums, or volleyball.

Joe enjoys high-energy fiction in all forms, with some favorites including Harlan Coben, Brian McClellan, Brandon Sanderson, and Gillian Flynn. On the screen, he's a fan of Lucifer, Avatar the Last Airbender, Psych, and Hannibal. He is an avid traveler, drawing inspiration from culture, cuisine, and architecture across the globe. He participates in several writing groups on Discord as well as in the Write Hive conference.

Currently, Joe is seeking representation for his adult second-world fantasy Waiting for Angels.