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I’m AJ Harder — a retired engineer turned aspiring indie author, writing full‑time and planning to release six books a year. Writing isn’t just something I do; it’s pretty much my life.

When I’m not building worlds or shaping characters, you’ll usually find me working out, playing video games, reading, or hanging out with my cats. My stories blend dark fantasy, supernatural mystery, and coming‑of‑age themes across a connected universe that grows with every book.

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