Charles Brian Orner

Charles Brian Orner spends his professional life as an author, designer, and artist. He lives with his wife and daughter in western New York, just north of the Finger Lakes, and a little down under the once-thriving metropolis of Rochester. It is a beautiful region of the world, characterized by rolling hills, soft soils, abundant farmland, and vineyards.

Mr. Orner was raised in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. His father hails from the coal regions of central and northern Pennsylvania, where his fraternal grandfather worked as a collier. He was educated in northwest Pennsylvania, earning a Bachelor of Arts in History from Grove City College. His private passions include running, cycling, hiking, literature, and music. In addition to writing, he enjoys playing classical piano and jazz guitar.

Mr. Orner is also an accomplished fine art photographer. His portfolio can be viewed and purchased online at www.brianorner.com.