After more than a decade working as a contract computer programmer, Justin Godey landed in the Napa Valley, doing development support for online applications for custom crush winemakers. Justin ended that career with a life-changing decision: to become a stay-at-home dad. A decade and a half of parenting not only deepened his understanding of how people grow and learn—it also reconnected him with his passion for storytelling.
A lifelong gamer, he draws inspiration from a rich tapestry of experiences spanning video games, tabletop RPGs, and live-action roleplaying. His background in tech, love of gaming, and years of hands-on parenting shape the heart of his writing. In addition to being an author, he’s a USA Archery certified instructor, a multi-instrumentalist, and performs original music with his middle-aged-dad garage band.