RA Higgs grew up in Glen Dale, WV, and now resides in Mount Vernon, OH, with his wife, Karen; they have two adult children and mark 30 years of marriage in 2025. A longtime creative, he enjoys sketching and other art forms, reading, photography, and exploring new things. He began publishing after years of writing, debuting with The Widow’s Resolve in the Blackthorn Hollow/Ellie Harper Mysteries. In Jiujitsu Parenting, he brings that same curiosity and clarity to a practical guide for families seeking calm, connection, and confident leadership at home