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James S. Aaron

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James S. Aaron is the author of nine novels and many short stories. His most recent series is the Sentience Wars: Solar War 1, written with M.D. Cooper in his Aeon 14 Universe.

He is a twelve year U.S. Army veteran, serving as a medic and later platoon leader and company commander. His novels draw heavily on his military experience, including the people, the deployments, the technology and the locales.

James lives in Oregon with his family, where he enjoys camping, hacking electronics, amateur carpentry and All Things Science Fiction. He's a member of the Science Fiction Writers of America and volunteers with his local animal shelter.

You can find out more about his books and upcoming releases at https://jamesaaron.net or listen to his weekly
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“Preparing food was the most basic human expression of caring.”
James S. Aaron, Lyssa's Rise - Sentience Wars Books 1-3 Omnibus

“We have thwarted death,” Sandra said.”
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“When you stop resisting the pain and just feel it, at least for an instant, it isn’t as bad.”
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