James Cox is a writer, actor, and retired United States Navy veteran with a twenty-year military career. He made his literary debut with the novel "Silver or Lead" and has since written a second thriller, "Roppongi," set in Japan and published by Black Rose Writing in January 2023. Beyond fiction, Cox has also written and performed in plays, including the solo show "Love, Madness and Somewhere in Between," which earned him an Ovation Award at the 2019 Hollywood Fringe Festival.
Cox's creative work spans multiple genres, from gripping thrillers to theatrical performances, often drawing from his diverse life experiences. His plays have been staged in various Los Angeles theaters, showcasing his versatility as a storyteller. Currently residing in Phuket, Thailand, he is researching his next novel, continuing to expand his body of work. He dedicated his debut novel, "Silver or Lead," to his late mother, Lucille.