J.E. Tobal was born and raised in south Florida. Many people would argue that this has ruined him for life. He left as soon as he was able and moved to New York City. It's a smidge colder there, but there's also a lot less alligators and deadly snakes around. He's fine with this.
 
Since graduating from New York University with a degree in English, he has written several short films for The Sparrow Film Project, co-created the comic book Detail: Nowhere, and contributed articles to Entertainment Weekly. He continues to reside in New York City with his daughter, who shares many of her father's qualities. He's less fine with this.
 
Chances are, he doesn't like you.