J. D. Mullenary Sr. aka AbnormalVAverage is the author of the Symphony series, originally released on Royal Road, as well as a teacher and esports coach. He grew up on temperate California beaches and, after completing his first degree at nineteen, felt he needed to grow up, so he joined the military. He served for four years, earned a second degree, and was honorably discharged. Soon after, Mullenary married the love of his life and raised two sons. He then returned to college with a focus on English and education. He lives in Texas, where he spends his time writing, teaching his students the value of critical thinking, and fostering the strays his wife brings home.