Austin grew up, and then came out, in Phoenix, Arizona. He never considered writing as a reasonable possibility because his handwriting was so bad that it was always an issue with his teachers.
After years of bullying, he finally moved to a new school for his eighth grade year. It was here that he discovered the magic, and the pain, that love can bring to your life.
After a move from Arizona to Southern California in 1973 he met the man who has shared his life since.
Before retirement he worked with disabled children and adults. Once retired, he began to write. ‘An Extended Family’ is his sixth novel. ‘Scratch the Matchmaker’ is also available in both paperback and e-book.
You can reach Austin directly at austindanielsbooks@gmail.com, or check out his facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100012894404541