L J RibarL. J. Ribar is an author of fantasy, science fiction, and cultural nonfiction who blends lyrical storytelling with a deep fascination for history, travel, and identity. A retired software engineer turned full-time writer, Ribar creates novels that exlore maps, memory, and the courage to choose your own path. His work includes The Atlas of Elsewhere and What We Bring to the Party, alongside projects in dystopian YA, psychological thrillers, and pet-friendly nonfiction. When not writing, he designs creative tools for authors, leads community writing projects, and explores the world with curiosity and a sense of wonder. Read More Read Less