Bio: J.R. Hanover was born on July 17, 2000 in Owen Sound, Ontario and began his artistic journey in music, specifically, piano. His parents, Bernice and Andrew, sent him to private piano lessons, which founded his love for the arts. In ninth grade, Jay transitioned to the trumpet. After high school, J.R.'s interests moved him toward writing. Today, Jay is an Officer in Her Majesty's Canadian Navy, but ensures that his daily schedule includes working on his upcoming debut novel.