Our Midst and Oracles of Fire series, contemporary/fantasy blends for
young people. His book Eye of the Oracle hit number one on the January 2007, Young Adult CBA best-seller list. His book The Bones of Makaidos won
the 2010 Clive Staples Award, recognizing the best work in Christian
worldview speculative fiction. With the September 2010 release of Masters & Slayers, Bryan has begun his first fantasy series for adults, Tales of Starlight.
Bryan is a graduate of the University of Florida (B.S. in
Industrial
Engineering). From the time he taught himself how to read
before school
age, through his seminary years and beyond, he has
demonstrated a
passion for the written word, reading and writing in many
disciplines
and genres, including theology, fiction, devotionals,
poetry, and
humor.
attending
relevant writing conferences and conventions. Bryan is a
craftsman with
words and an excellent interviewee on various topics,
including his
books, young adult fantasy fiction, and creative writing
in general. He
makes appearances around the country for book signings
and for special
presentations to enthusiastic young readers and
developing young authors
in middle schools, high schools, and
homeschool groups. Although he is
now a full time writer, Bryan was a
computer professional for over 20
years. Bryan and his wife, Susie,
have homeschooled their four girls and
three boys.