Verna N. Hale

Verna N. Hale is the culinary rebel behind a sizzling collection of cookbooks that celebrate simplicity, flavor, and the magic of air fryers. A self-taught home cook turned bestselling author, she’s on a mission to prove that carnivore-friendly meals don’t have to be bland, time-consuming, or complicated. Born and raised in a family where Sunday roasts were sacred and grilling was a year-round sport, Verna inherited a love for hearty, meat-centric dishes. But it wasn’t until she discovered her air fryer—a gadget she initially dismissed as a "kitchen fad"—that her passion for reinventing classic recipes truly took off. Today, her kitchen counter is a shrine to crispy bacon, perfectly charred steaks, and guilt-free fried chicken, all whipped up with minimal fuss and maximum flavor. When she’s not experimenting with new ways to air-fry brisket or debating the merits of sous-vide vs. convection cooking, Verna can be found hiking with her rescue mutt, Hank, or hosting chaotic (but delicious) backyard barbecues for friends and family in her hometown of Austin, Texas. Her cookbooks, including the fan-favorite Carnivore Air Fryer Revolution, are beloved for their no-nonsense instructions, bold flavors, and a dash of Southern charm. Verna believes that good food should be accessible to everyone—even if your idea of "gourmet" is a perfectly seared burger at midnight. Follow her journey as she continues to turn carnivore cravings into crispy, golden reality, one air-fryer basket at a time.