Cleave BourbonFrom the heart of Texas comes Cleave Bourbon, a master storyteller who blends his deep-rooted Texas heritage with boundless imagination to create electrifying "weird westerns" that defy convention. His journey into the realms of fantasy ignited when e first discovered The Belgariad by David and Leigh Eddings, a spark that would grow into an inferno of creativity.Like an alchemist of words, Cleave transforms traditional fantasy into something extraordinary. His philosophy? Fantasy is the ultimate frontier of imagination - a space where possibilities are endless, and innovation knows no bounds. With fearless creativity, he reshapes familiar tropes into fresh, spellbinding narratives that challenge readers' expectations.Armed with both a B.A. and M.A. in English, Cleave doesn't just craft stories - he shapes young minds. As an online educator, he empowers the next generation of writers, teaching grammar, vocabulary, and writing to Junior High and High School students. This dual passion for teaching and storytelling fuels his mission to inspire others through the power of words.When he's not weaving tales or nurturing young talents, Cleave can be found in his Texas home, accompanied by his feline muses: Khaleesi, a mysterious Tortoiseshell, Indy, a chatty Siamese and Shadow, a black cat whose presence embodies the very essence of dark fantasy. Read More Read Less