From the intricate logic of software development to the boundless realms of imagination, Carlton Gardner brings a unique perspective to the literary landscape with his debut novel, Miracles of Djamara. A proud graduate of the Georgia Institute of Technology and a retired software developer from Atlanta, Gardner seamlessly translates the meticulous planning required for complex computer systems into crafting narratives rich with detail and compelling plotlines.

His foray into fiction, initially a surprise to friends and family accustomed to his analytical prowess, is driven by a deep desire to create a lasting legacy. Miracles of Djamara is a testament to this passion, a gripping thriller that explores the extraordinary concept of miracles unfolding in the hyper-connected, social media-driven modern world. Through his narrative, Gardner keenly observes the pervasive issue of media twisting the truth and spreading misinformation, especially how fear is weaponized to guide people’s interpretations of events they witness for themselves, leading to a society that struggles to know what to believe. Yet, amidst this critique, the novel shines a powerful light on the possibility of a renewal of forgiveness and deeper human understanding. Readers will find themselves drawn into a story where the unexplained clashes with contemporary understanding, featuring a meticulously constructed world and surprising twists that eschew contrived plot devices—a quality Gardner particularly admires in the works of J.K. Rowling.

Carlton Gardner invites you to step into his unique and unexpected literary world, where profound questions are woven into unforgettable stories that offer a beacon of reconciliation and resonate long after the final page.