Craig Martelle

Craig Martelle is an urban fantasy and science fiction author who hails from Alaska. With a background in business consulting, a legal education, and over twenty years of experience in the Marine Corps, Martelle brings a unique perspective to his writing. His career trajectory seemed unlikely to lead to a career as a bestselling science fiction author, but after retiring from the Marine Corps, Martelle decided to pursue his long-held dream of writing a novel. His debut novel, "Nightwalker," took him just 61 days to write, and he has since maintained a prolific writing pace.

Martelle is known for his fast-paced, action-packed stories with believable characters. He sets a target of 2700 words per day and sometimes writes up to 3200 words, a discipline he developed during his time as a business consultant. Martelle's writing process is structured and efficient, a reflection of his consulting background. He strives to write material that is easy to read and flows quickly, making his books accessible to a wide range of readers.

In addition to his love of writing, Martelle is an avid reader and has been compared to notable authors such as Robert Heinlein, Anne McCaffrey, and JRR Tolkien. He is humbled by these comparisons and aspires to live up to the high standards set by these authors with every new book he writes. Martelle's books often explore themes of justice, honor, and loyalty, reflecting his own values and beliefs.

Martelle's career has taken him to various parts of the world, but he now resides in Fairbanks, Alaska, with his wife and dog. The extreme weather and long daylight hours of Alaska provide a unique backdrop to his life, and he enjoys the solitude and natural beauty of the area. Despite the challenges of living in a remote location, Martelle remains committed to his writing and continues to produce new and exciting works of fiction.