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# JT Sawyer, Author

Thriller and Apocalyptic Novels

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- [](https://www.jtsawyer.com/whats-new/1080/) - The fourth book in my Kyle Payne Series with Inkubator Books is now live on Amazon. SAVAGE GAME takes place in the Alaskan bush as Payne hunts down a killer who is a professional poacher with skills that rival his own. Like all of my stories, this one is laced with fieldcraft, mantracking, and intense
- [](https://www.jtsawyer.com/whats-new/1043/) - Blood Trail, the second book in the Kyle Payne Vigilante-Justice Series is available in both print and digital. As with all of my thrillers, Blood Trail is laced with survival, fieldcraft, and mantracking elements.
- [](https://www.jtsawyer.com/whats-new/1002/) - Excited to announce the release of my new vigilante-justice thriller, KNIFE EDGE, with Inkubator Press. This is the first book in a new series with former CIA Case-Officer Kyle Payne. If you like Jack Reacher, Mitch Rapp or Jason Bourne, then check out KNIFE EDGE which is available on Kindle and in print.
- [My new survival thriller, Escape & Evade is Live on Amazon!](https://www.jtsawyer.com/whats-new/critical-response-is-now-live-on-amazon/) - This is a standalone thriller about a former CIA agent who becomes the target of a manhunt in the Four-Corners region. Nate Hendrix is loosely connected with a few of the characters from my Search And Destroy Series but you don't have to be familiar with that series to enjoy this book. It is
- [Coming on July 24...The Perseus Protocol, Volume 2 in the Search and Destroy Series.](https://www.jtsawyer.com/whats-new/coming-on-july-24-the-perseus-protocol-volume-2-in-the-search-and-destroy-series/) - https://amzn.to/3iiLSzY
- [Coming in April 2021....Search & Destroy, a New Thriller Series by JT Sawyer](https://www.jtsawyer.com/whats-new/coming-in-april-2021-search-destroy-a-new-thriller-series-by-jt-sawyer/)
- [Volume 8 in the bestselling post-apocalyptic series, Emergence is now Live!](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/volume-8-in-the-bestselling-post-apocalyptic-series-emergence-is-now-live/) - Five months after the release of the West Nile Virus designed to eliminate the alphas, the human race seems like they may have turned the tide and regained a foothold on survival. Only strange developments along the East Coast's dead zone may prove otherwise as the super-alpha has formulated a plan that will bring devastation
- [Mitch Kearns Combat Tracker Series, Volume 8, High-Risk](https://www.jtsawyer.com/whats-new/mitch-kearns-combat-tracker-series-volume-8-high-risk/) - After a brief hiatus from the Mitch Kearns Combat Tracker Series, Volume 8, High-Risk, is now Live on Amazon!
- [Emergence: The Alpha Solution | Latest Emergence Book Now Available](https://www.jtsawyer.com/whats-new/emergence-the-alpha-solution/) - Will Reisner and his eclectic team are back in Emergence: Annihilation. This book takes off in the days following the events of Book 5 and really delves more into Will Reisner's character.
- [I almost got an English degree...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/i-almost-got-an-english-degree/) - I went back to college and almost got an English degree but succumbed to the lure of anthropology instead.
- [I guided 21-day survival trips...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/i-guided-21-day-survival-trips/) - I guided 21-day survival trips and worked for adjudicated youth programs for four years. More than enough adventure.
- [I left college...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/i-left-college/) - I left college after two years in search of adventure in the Western wilderness.
- [I am grateful that wildcats...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/i-am-grateful-that-wildcats/) - I am grateful that wildcats mostly prefer deer.
- [I once found mountain lion tracks...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/i-once-found-mountain-lion-tracks/) - I once found mountain lion tracks in the sand next to my head on a weeklong primitive trek.
- [Before becoming a fulltime writer, I...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/before-becoming-a-fulltime-writer-i/) - Before becoming a fulltime writer, I used to spend around 220 days a year living in the wilds, teaching bushcraft courses.
- [If I could travel back in time...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/if-i-could-travel-back-in-time/) - If I could travel back in time it would be to the 1870s in Arizona.
- [Emergence Box Set](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/emergence-box-set/) - See why readers are calling the Emergence Series a bold reinvention of the zombie theme that will have you gripping the edge of your seat.
- [Until Morning Comes](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/until-morning-comes-box-set/) - The bestselling Carlie Simmons Post-Apocalyptic Series is now available as a boxed set with all three action-packed volumes.
- [Mitch Kearns Combat Series](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/mitch-kearns-series-box-set/) - If mantracker Mitch Kearns is on your trail then there's no place you can hide. Meet Mitch Kearns, a former Special Forces Combat Tracker who works for the FBI hunting down notorious criminals.
- [No Place to Hide](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/no-place-to-hide/) - First Wave Series, Book Two This is the third book in the First Wave Series of post-apocalyptic thrillers by author JT Sawyer. As Travis Combs and his band of fighters head for the secret lab in Durango, they face the convergence of powerful forces bent on securing the vaccine. With a traitor in their midst,
- [First Wave Series](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/first-wave-2/) - All three adrenaline-soaked in one book! The bestselling First Wave Series is now available in one book in print with all three action-packed volumes. Click here to Purchase from Amazon Paperback: 398 pages Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform; 1 edition (April 8, 2015) ISBN-10: 9781508860174 | ISBN-13: 978-1508860174 ASIN: 1508860173 Testimonials "First Wave, the Complete Set"
- [The Gathering Darkness](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/the-gathering-darkness/) - With research for the antidote underway, Carlie and her team at Fort Lewis face a new threat from an emerging force in southeastern Washington.
- [One Final Mission](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/one-final-mission/) - A Carlie Simmons Post-Apocalyptic Thriller, Book Five Carlie, Shane, and their eclectic group of fighters gather for what they hope will be their last mission to bring about the completion of the antidote. This time they are headed to Japan in a last ditch effort to procure a vaccine replication device from a devastated country
- [Dead in Their Tracks](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/dead-in-their-tracks/) - The First Book in the Mitch Kearns Series! FBI Agent Mitch Kearns had just finished teaching a mantracking course and was looking forward to time off when the daughter of a former black-ops mentor shows up on his doorstep in desperate need of help. The Aeneid Corporation, a military contractor that provides mercenaries to third-world
- [Counter Strike](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/counter-strike/) - Join Mitch and Dev as they head across the globe in pursuit of a deadly pathogen that has fallen into the wrong hands. From the boreal forest of Sweden to the jungles of Indonesia.
- [Without Mercy](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/without-mercy/) - When Mitch, Dev, and the senior Gideon staff head to Thailand for a conference, they think the rest of the week is going to be spent enjoying the sights with one of their colleagues.
- [Emergence: Infection](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/emergence-infection/) - An epic struggle for survival between humans and a twisted mutation of undead begins in Emergence—the first book in a pulse-pounding post-apocalyptic series by author JT Sawyer.
- [Emergence: Infestation](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/emergence-infestation/) - Book Two of the Emergence Series by JT Sawyer. In the aftermath of the pandemic, humanity is on the cusp of extinction as the mutant undead sweep throughout the world.
- [Emergence: Eradication](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/emergence-eradication/) - With the Paras relocating to numerous nuclear bases around the U.S., Will Reisner and Doctor Selene Munroe are in a race against time to complete the new bioweapon.
- [Emergence: Incursion](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/emergence-incursion/) - Book Three of the Emergence Series by JT Sawyer. The battle against one enemy from abroad has just ended while another on the ravaged streets of L.A. has just begun for Will Reisner and his team.
- [Emergence: Extinction](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/emergence-extinction/) - Book Five of the Emergence Series by JT Sawyer. After the grueling battle at MacDill AFB, Reisner and his elite team of operators are on the hunt for the super-alpha known as Roland.
- [Emergence: Annihilation](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/emergence-annihilation/) - With Nick's powers increasing daily and exceeding Roland's, the ambitious, young super-alpha lays out his plans to strike a devastating blow against the humans that could alter the course of the war.
- [Border Lands](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/border-lands/) - When an abduction by cartel members along the Arizona border goes horribly wrong, Mitch Kearns is pulled away from his family ranch near Tucson to help track down the suspects.
- [Deadly Harvest](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/deadly-harvest/) - Mitch tests his physical endurance during an extended wilderness survival course with his Special Forces unit in a thrilling showdown between Mitch and bear poachers.
- [Blindsided](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/blindsided/) - Eleven years ago, three Mossad operatives embarked upon a rescue mission in Africa that would have a ripple effect on the futures of their loved ones. Now, Dev, Mitch, and their Gideon team are framed for a killing.
- [The Kill List](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/the-kill-list/) - The Third Book in the Mitch Kearns Series. Former combat tracker Mitch Kearns is back in this explosive new thriller from JT Sawyer.
- [Until Morning Comes](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/until-morning-comes/) - Secret Service Agent Carlie Simmons began her day in an inter-agency shooting competition in Tucson. It ended with a staggering body count as the world around her unraveled from a deadly virus.
- [In Too Deep](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/in-too-deep/) - The nailbiting sequel to Until Morning Comes picks up immediately after the first novel. After narrowly escaping from the undead hordes in Tucson, Secret Service Agent Carlie Simmons is headed to safety in New Mexico.
- [The Way Back](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/the-way-back/) - Carlie Simmons endures a nightmarish struggle to survive in the Caribbean on a grueling trek that will test their fortitude, battling zombies and hostile bands of humans.
- [The Longest Day](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/the-longest-day/) - After training and leading his small band of survivors through the desert, Travis Combs just wants to get back home to his son in Denver. However, an emerging force in the mountains of Flagstaff poses a threat to his plans.
- [Hell Week](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/hell-week/) - Get ready for a fresh take on the zombie genre when the SEALs fix their crosshairs on the undead and the unsavory. This short story is the first in a series of post-apocalyptic books.
- [First Wave](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/first-wave/) - Special Forces veteran Travis Combs just wanted to forget his weary years of leading combat missions while taking an extended rafting trip through the Grand Canyon.
- [When I need to take a break...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/when-i-need-to-take-a-break/) - When I need to take a break from writing, I delve into woodcarving.
- [Teaching survival courses for the military...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/teaching-survival-courses-for-the-military/) - I’ve had the great fortune of teaching survival courses for the military special operations community.
- [Involved in dog rescue...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/involved-in-dog-rescue/) - My family and I have been involved in dog rescue for years on the Navajo Reservation.
- [My writing is most productive in...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/my-writing-is-most-productive-in/) - My writing is most productive in the mornings after a short run with my dogs or a long road-trip.
- [I like the desert...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/i-like-the-desert/) - I like the desert and triple-digit heat because of a particularly grueling ordeal in Idaho.
- [My most grueling survival ordeal happened...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/my-most-grueling-survival-ordeal-happened/) - My most grueling survival ordeal happened during a 21-day survival trip in Idaho when the temps plunged to -35 degrees.
- [My kids keep encouraging me to...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/my-kids-keep-encouraging-me-to/) - My kids keep encouraging me to sample other TV shows besides the original Star Trek Series.
- [When I finish a manuscript...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/when-i-finish-a-manuscript/) - When I finish a manuscript, I celebrate by taking myself out for Thai food then go to a bookstore.
- [I’ve lived in...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/ive-lived-in/) - I’ve lived in tipis, caves, hogans, pine-needle shelters, and a renovated 1920 loft in downtown Detroit.
- [The end of my pen name comes...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/the-end-of-my-pen-name-comes/) - The end of my pen name comes from a dastardly character called Sawyer on the show LOST.
- [My favorite place in the country is...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/my-favorite-place-in-the-country-is/) - My favorite place in the country is the Four-Corners region, particularly Bluff, Durango, and Chama.
- [I’ve been involved in the martial arts...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/ive-been-involved-in-the-martial-arts/) - I’ve been involved in the martial arts since I was 16, ranging from Filipino to Aikido and currently BJJ.
- [My favorite movies are...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/my-favorite-movies-are/) - My favorite movies are The Snow Walker, Big Wednesday, Chasing Mavericks, and Ben Hur.
- [I thought of becoming a professional storyteller...](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/i-thought-of-becoming-a-professional-storyteller/) - I thought of becoming a professional storyteller and traveling the circuit but find writing better suits me.

## Pages

- [Homepage](https://www.jtsawyer.com/) - Enjoy thriller and apocalyptic novels by JT Sawyer who specializes in outdoor survival and has focused this into his post-apocalyptic thriller writings and novels. Check out his latest book series.
- [The Author](https://www.jtsawyer.com/the-author/) - JT Sawyer is the pen name for the author who makes his living teaching survival courses. He has over 25 years of experience testing long-term survival skills in the desert, mountains and forest.
- [Special Offer - Free Story](https://www.jtsawyer.com/special-offer/) - JT Sawyer is the pen name for the author who makes his living teaching survival courses. He has over 25 years of experience testing long-term survival skills in the desert, mountains and forest.
- [Thank You](https://www.jtsawyer.com/special-offer/thank-you/) - JT Sawyer is the pen name for the author who makes his living teaching survival courses. He has over 25 years of experience testing long-term survival skills in the desert, mountains and forest.
- [Contact](https://www.jtsawyer.com/contact/) - I value your comments and questions. If you are interested in one of my books or simply want to ask a question, please fill out the following form to help me serve you better.
- [Did You Know?](https://www.jtsawyer.com/did-you-know/) - JT Sawyer is an outdoor enthusiast and survival instructor. He's been writing Post-Apocalyptic Thriller novels and series for many years. Here are some facts about the author.
- [My Books](https://www.jtsawyer.com/my-books/) - The following are all of my books listed by the date they were published. Check out my latest thriller novel and book series.

## Categories

- [What's New?](https://www.jtsawyer.com/category/whats-new/)
- [Did You Know?](https://www.jtsawyer.com/category/did-you-know/)
- [My Books](https://www.jtsawyer.com/category/my-books/)

## Tags

- [Main Character: James Enroy](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/main-character-james-enroy/)
- [Published: 2014](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/2014/)
- [Series: Seals vs Zombies](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/series-seals-vs-zombies/)
- [Series: First Wave](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/series-first-wave/)
- [Main Character: Travis Combs](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/main-character-travis-combs/)
- [Published: 2015](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/2015/)
- [Main Character: Carlie Simmons](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/main-character-carlie-simmons/)
- [Genre: Post-Apocalyptic Sci-Fi](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/genre-post-apocalyptic-sci-fi/)
- [Series: Carlie Simmons](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/series-carlie-simmons/)
- [Series: Mitch Kearns](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/series-mitch-kearns/)
- [Main Character: Mitch Kearns](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/main-character-mitch-kearns/)
- [Genre: Action Adventure/Thriller](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/genre-action-adventure-thriller/)
- [Published: 2016](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/2016/)
- [Published: 2017](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/2017/)
- [Series: Emergence](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/series-emergence/)
- [Main Character: Will Reisner](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/main-character-will-reisner/)
- [Published: 2018](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/2018/)
- [Published: 2019](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/2019/)
- [Box Set](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/box-set/)
- [thrillers mystery authors espionage action-adventure](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/thrillers-mystery-authors-espionage-action-adventure/)
- [Published:2021](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/published2021/)
- [Search and Destroy](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/search-and-destroy/)
- [Cal Shepard](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/cal-shepard/)
- [Thriller Series](https://www.jtsawyer.com/tag/thriller-series/)