Brent BatlaBrent Batla was born in Houston, TX. He is a Graduate of Oklahoma State University and the National Fire Academies' Executive Fire officer Program. He is a Fire Chief in the Austin, Texas area. Mr. Batla and his wife, Jessica have two "very spoiled" ur babies. He has multiple trade article and academic contributions to fire service literature. Rise of the Blademaster is Mr. Batla's first novel. Read More Read Less