Elias is an American author and advocate. His memoir and debut title, Dreams Are For The Dead, intends to give a voice to the forgotten corners of the human experience. His advocacy portfolio focuses on advancing systemic equity, supporting marginalized communities, specifically the Trans and BIPOC communities, bodily autonomy, community welfare and fighting food insecurity.

His life has spanned a wide path; addiction, sex work, reinvention, and now, healing. Based in the American Midwest, he uses his own voice to amplify the voices of those seeking a better future. Whether on the page or behind a microphone, he meets people where they are and reminds them, they are not alone.

Every day, Elias has held on to one thing: the power of words to name pain, reclaim dignity, and call people home to themselves.

He is expanding his creative reach beyond his memoir, diving into new works that span political commentary, theological non-fiction, and imaginative children’s books. With a passion for storytelling in all its forms, he brings the same authenticity and emotional depth to each genre, crafting stories that inspire, entertain, and connect with readers of all ages.

When he is not writing or speaking, Elias finds peace on quiet walks, flipping through vinyls at local record stores, singing with his local Gay Men’s Chorus, or cooking recipes from The Moosewood Cookbook. He is obsessed with vintage neck ties, heartfelt conversation, and anything Judy Collins has ever sung.