Justin Shelton is a fantasy author and lifelong board game enthusiast, born and raised in Illinois and now living in Columbus, Ohio with his wife, daughter, and dog.

His writing is driven by an interest in stories shaped by choice, consequence, and the quiet weight of history. He gravitates toward character-focused narratives set in worlds that do not bend easily to heroism — where decisions matter, power carries cost, and victories are rarely without consequence.

A lifelong fan of fantasy, Justin believes the genre is at its strongest when it feels lived-in: when the world exists beyond the page and hints at histories only partially seen. His work aims to create that sense of depth, inviting readers to linger, question, and imagine what lies just beyond the story being told.