Anthony Halligan

Anthony Halligan's debut book series, the Drakaina Blood Saga, is a tale of fantasy, mystery, intrigue, and inspiration, and is centered on the power and transcendence that comes from great resilience in the face of life's greatest tragedies. The impetus to write from this perspective has been drawn from his own journey of overcoming life-altering challenges to achieve post-traumatic growth. He holds a Master of Science degree in Exercise Physiology & Injury Rehabilitation from California University of Pennsylvania, and a double major Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology & Sociology from the University of Oregon. He lives with his family in Oregon.

 

Prior to his writing career, Anthony excelled as a dynamic fitness professional, passionately transforming lives through exercise, education, and community engagement. His roles as a volunteer strength and conditioning coach for a local high school basketball team and as an exercise physiologist at Boeing, along with owning his fitness center Halligan Elite Athletic Development, reflect his dedication to youth development, community contribution, and physical and psychological rehabilitation. Anthony's passion for psychology and the humanities drives him to use writing as a powerful tool to spark meaningful conversations and foster greater empathy on both personal and societal levels. His mission is to use storytelling as a means to build a better world by inspiring and empowering others to lead more honest, authentic, and fulfilling lives.