Payne Harrison is a highly accomplished American author, best known for his mystery, techno-thriller, military, and espionage novels. Harrison was born and raised in Texas and attended Texas A&M, where he earned his B.A. and M.A. degrees. He also holds an M.B.A. from SMU and served as an officer in the U.S. Army in Europe.
Before becoming a successful author, Harrison worked as a newspaper reporter, an experience he describes as having a "jaded past." His journey to becoming a New York Times bestselling author began when he sent an excerpt of his book "STORMING INTREPID" to a New York publishing house without an agent. This bold move led to a multi-book publishing deal, an appearance on the TODAY show, and a spot on the New York Times bestseller list.
Harrison's work is highly regarded in the industry, with the New York Times labeling his writing as "well researched" and "expertly written." The Publisher's Weekly has also praised his novels as "masterpieces." Some of his most popular works include "Black Cipher," "The Thunder of Erebus," "Eurostorm," "Storming Intrepid," "Longitude Lost," and "Forbidden Summit." His novel "The Thunder of Erebus" was even selected as the main novel by The Military Book Club.
Harrison and his wife currently reside in Dallas, Texas. In addition to his writing, Harrison has had a dual career as a forensic litigation consultant, requiring him to use "both hemispheres of the brain." His unique background and experiences have undoubtedly contributed to his success as a novelist, making him a highly respected and successful author in his field.