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James R. Bateman

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Born and raised in Staffordshire, England, James has spent over thirty years working in the IT and software industry. Along the way, his fascination with storytelling and narrative development led him to dive into fiction writing.

James is currently working on a series of novels, blending fantasy, urban fiction, and crime, with his debut book Savior of Lost. His stories explore life, death, and morality, as well as how the human spirit endures through complex and challenging times.

When he’s not writing, James enjoys spending time with his family, going to the gym, and indulging in his love for reading and video games. He lives with his wife, two grown-up kids, a dog, and three cats.

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"Amazingly put together book. I have not had a good book that was hard to put down . I can say with this book I read in half the time I normally would. "
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Punisher by Garth Ennis
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A brutal Punisher classic

Garth Ennis’ Welcome Back, Frank is exactly the kind of Punisher story I was hoping for: violent, darkly funny, fast-paced and full of attitude. Frank Castle feels relentless, dangerous and completely uncompromising, but the
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Remembering The Light by Rosemary Thornton
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Remembering the Light is a deeply heartfelt and moving account of Rosemary’s near-death experience, told in the first person by the author herself. It takes you through moments of joy, moments of sadness, and incredible hardship that make you wonder ...more
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Stay Silent by Keeley  Webb
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Brutal, relentless, and impossible to put down

Keeley Webb delivers a brutally compelling read with Stay Silent, a story that doesn’t hold back for a second.

The writing is sharp, immersive, and unapologetically gruesome in the best possible way. It pu
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The Dungeon Anarchist's Cookbook by Matt Dinniman
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Book 3 was a great continuation of the series. It builds naturally on everything that’s come before while still bringing fresh ideas, new challenges, and plenty of surprises. The world keeps expanding in ways that feel inventive rather than repetitiv ...more
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Savior of Lost Souls by James R. Bateman
"Great book for a snowy day

Savior of Lost Souls is a great first book in the Retribution series. It's a fantasy thriller with several arcs. Of course, there is good vs evil, but there are also shades of grey. The protagonist Lavek is both a savior and" Read more of this review »
Savior of Lost Souls by James R. Bateman
"Savior of Lost Souls is an exciting dark fantasy about fate, mystery, and saving lost souls. The story follows Lavek, a powerful being who tries to protect people from danger before it’s too late. He becomes involved with the Williams family in 1986," Read more of this review »
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Killer Content by Keeley  Webb
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Killer Content completely pulled me in. Following Billie Wiley as she tries to uncover the truth was gripping from start to finish, but what really stood out for me was the way Keeley Webb uses the first-person narrative. It puts you right inside the ...more
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