JP Maynard is the pseudonym of a NY-based writer whose been kicking around the realm of fiction for at least two decades. This is their first published young adult book, and the first original series they've penned. Their typical genres consist of sci-fi, LGBT, and horror with influences like Neil Gaiman and Clive Barker. An avid reader, when they're not doing that or writing, they can be found cooking up new recipes, playing video games, enjoying a game of Dungeons & Dragons, watching indy movies, enjoying music or just going to conventions or on nature walks. They love animals, and currently own one cat that pretty much rules the roost.