R.J. Bowe is a writer and advocate for authentic living. Born and raised in the American Midwest, his debut memoir, Floorbound, grew from a therapeutic journaling exercise into a powerful exploration of identity and radical self-acceptance. He lives in the Midwest with his husband. Through his work, R.J. seeks to dismantle the shame surrounding our most unusual parts, encouraging others to embrace their own "weirdness" in a world that often demands conformity.