"A.J. is a 2023 Library of Congress Award-Winning author whose new book, "Burned Over! The Survival of Montana Firefighter Dan Steffensen" chronicles Dan's extraordinary journey after he was critically injured in a wildland fire burnover incident during the "Summer of Hell" of 2021. This isn't just a story about a firefighter who survived a horrific incident. "Burned Over!" takes listeners into the heart of a small Montana town as they grapple with multiple tragedies in a single summer, including a devastating wildfire that destroyed eight homes and the loss of another firefighter in a tragic accident.

A.J. will offer insights into the challenges of capturing Dan's story, a man of few words, and the profound impact of the experience on her as a writer.

Together, they offer a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit, the unbreakable bonds of community, and the importance of honoring the sacrifices made by first responders."

By Otjen, A. J.