J. W. (Jerome William) Hendron

Jerome William Hendron is a little-documented American writer born in 1912. Library and catalog records identify him as J. W. (Jerome William) Hendron, 1912-, and Project Gutenberg lists him as the author of Frijoles: A Hidden Valley in the New World.

The available records suggest that his work centered on New Mexico history and the American Southwest. He is also credited with The Story of Billy the Kid, New Mexico's Number One Desperado, which points to a strong interest in regional history, folklore, and well-known figures from the Southwest.

Because biographical information about Hendron is scarce in the sources I could confirm, much of his life beyond his birth year remains unclear. What does stand out is the focus of his writing: approachable nonfiction that explores place, history, and legend for curious general readers.