About Steven A. Hauer
Steven A. Hauer is the author of One Inch Between Life and Death, a true story of survival, recovery, faith, and finding purpose after a near-death experience. At sixteen years old, Steven survived a hunting accident when a bullet fragment stopped approximately one inch from his heart.
Rooted in rural Minnesota, Steven shares the journey of recovery, reflection, and renewed faith that followed. His writing is honest, personal, and intended to encourage people facing difficult seasons of their own.
Through his story, Steven hopes to remind others that even after tragedy, there can still be hope, healing, and a reason to keep moving forward. His message reminds people that they are stronger than they know and that hope is always within reach.
In his free time, Steve is active with the Hutchinson Lions Club and works as a wagon driver at a local apple orchard.
Steven A. Hauer in the Community
Deeply rooted in the heart of rural Minnesota, Steve is more than an author; he is a neighbor and an active participant in the community that shaped his story. Whether he is connecting with members of the Hutchinson Lions Club or greeting families from the driver’s seat of a wagon at the local apple orchard, Steve finds joy in the simple, meaningful interactions that build a sense of belonging. These moments of connection reflect the very values of strength and hope found in his writing, demonstrating that a second chance at life is best honored through service and shared community spirit.
