The Journeyer and the Pilgrimage for the Origin of Magic

Born in 1982, Benjamin T. Dudley is a North Carolina native with a rich academic background, holding degrees in Economics, Philosophy, and Composition, Rhetoric, and Creative Writing. Now residing in Tianjin, China, he leverages his diverse knowledge and global experiences to inform his storytelling. Currently, he imparts his writing expertise to students at Hebei University through its partnership with the University of Arizona, while also engaging in travel-blogging. His life's journeys, both literal and academic, shine through his writing, creating rich, immersive narratives. Hernan Gainza is an Argentine visual artist and musician currently residing in Tianjin, where he met Benjamin when he randomly showed up at his birthday party. Benjamin began taking Hernan's acrylics classes and eventually the two collaborated on the cover for his debut novel.