A.J. Sims, a 2011 graduate of Ohio Virtual Academy, is a McDonald’s crew member and published author of the Stanford Universes series. Known for his warm smile at the drive-thru, Sims finds inspiration for his characters and plots from daily interactions. His first book, The Warrior’s Code, debuted in 2019, followed by A Warrior’s Code II: Displaced in the Shadows. Sims hosts local book signings and encourages others to pursue their passions with curiosity and determination.
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