J.B. Corgard
I’m not a writer, I’m a world builder.
*Subzero Quest: Book One — where VR collides with medieval fantasy*
About J.B. Corgard
Hi, I’m J.B. Corgard — a sci-fi/fantasy author, gamer, and unapologetic world-builder from Sheboygan, WI. I’ve always been fascinated by the way stories can reshape the world around us, letting us explore questions of survival, identity, and belonging through new realms. Writing is how I open doors to those realms and invite others inside.
I grew up loving stories that blended the impossible with the human — from epic adventures like Lord of the Rings to immersive games like Fallout: New Vegas. Those influences shaped how I write today: worlds that feel lived-in, layered with danger and wonder, where every character’s choices matter.
Outside of writing, I’m a collector of experiences. I love thrifting for treasures that spark inspiration, hiking trails that remind me of the vastness of the world, and cooking (though mac & cheese will always be my comfort go-to). I’m also not shy about color — pink is my favorite, because even in the coldest worlds, a little brightness belongs.
For me, being an author isn’t just about telling stories — it’s about building worlds rich enough that readers feel like they could step into them. That’s what I strive to do with every project I take on.
Subzero Quest — Coming December 1, 2025
The world is buried in ice, but for Hannah Anderson, survival means more than braving frozen Chicago—it means finding a way to save her family. When she learns of the Virtual Deck, a groundbreaking tournament where ten thousand players will compete for a prize beyond imagining—life in the sun-lit Equatorial Zone—Hannah seizes her only chance. But the deeper she’s drawn into the brutal contest, the higher the cost becomes. Subzero Quest: Book One blends desperate scavenging, fierce competition, and the fragile hope of escape into a relentless sci-fi adventure where every choice could tip the balance between survival and ruin.
Work in Progress
✨ New Book in Progress
The first draft of "Wallfamily" is done. I am looking for alpha readers to help make the book better at the early stages. More info coming in my newsletter latter this month. It’s a character-driven story with mystery, family, and secrets at its core. I can’t share too much yet, but it’s been an exciting challenge and will soon move into alpha reading.
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Neon Seas (Work in Progress)
Genre: Science Fiction · Cyberpunk · Dystopian Survival
Neon Seas is a gritty science fiction novel with cyberpunk undertones, set on a flooded world where humanity survives atop rusting megastructures and scavenged ships.