A.J. Hotz

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The written word has always been close to my heart, reading it and writing it. I’m fueled by my imagination and a thrill for storytelling with a dash of decaf to keep me going. I'm also a freelance writer who specializes in narrative, expository, and technical writing.

My inspiration for fiction comes from music and my own mind, but I like to keep non-fiction in the mix as I have a healthy obsession for real life mysteries that have no real answers. In addition, I love teaching others about the innerworkings of the Internet and cybersecurity.

My debut novel Can’t Control is a blend of romance and suspense, bringing my readers through everything life gives us, including love, loss, and trauma with a happy ending, as I always look to the bright
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The Next Installment

Third Book Published

Hollow: The One Who Remains has officially been released, and I’ve spent the last couple weeks catching up on general marketing that I did not do prior to release, like I should have.

Work has already begun on the next installment of The Barrenmire Lights collection. The title has been chosen (and will be revealed closer to release), and if everything stays on track, it’ll be re Read more of this blog post »
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Published on July 15, 2025 16:46
Average rating: 4.48 · 21 ratings · 12 reviews · 3 distinct worksSimilar authors
Can't Control

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Love: The One Who Leaves

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"I really liked this book. It tells the story of Winter and Bee and the tough situations they get through together. They might be different and have their own issues, but they’re always there to lean on when things get rough. The story has some unexpe" Read more of this review »
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"I really enjoyed this ARC! Stalking, lighter dark romance and a duo that stick together no matter what! Truly a beautifully written book and Thank you A.J. Hotz for the opportunity! "
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My Valentine's Virus by A. Darang
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Insane twists--yes, multiple--at the end that I did not see coming! It was satisfying though, and the ending chapter wasn't something I predicted, but it was something I think is perfect for the main characters' situations at the end ...more
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Favorite dark romance series. I've read a lot of books, a lot of romance, and a lot of dark romance, but I think about this series every single day. There isn't one day that it doesn't cross my mind at least twice. Each of the Voronin brothers ae per ...more
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