About Me
The story behind the stories
B.V. Larson is the bestselling author of over fifty novels, many of which have reached #1 on Amazon's science fiction bestseller lists. His Undying Mercenaries series has become one of the most popular military sci-fi series in the genre, with fans around the globe following the adventures of James McGill across alien worlds.
With more than three million copies sold, Larson has established himself as one of the most prolific and successful independent science fiction authors working today. He has been a USA Today bestselling author and his work has been translated into multiple languages.
Larson writes in a variety of sub-genres, including military science fiction, space opera, epic fantasy, and techno-thrillers. His stories are known for their fast pacing, memorable characters, and vivid world-building.
He lives in central California, where he writes full-time. When he's not crafting his next novel, he enjoys spending time outdoors and reading the works of other science fiction authors.
Writing Career
College Years
Larson began writing fiction while attending college, developing his craft through short stories and early novel manuscripts. His love of science fiction and fantasy drove him to experiment with world-building and storytelling.
Getting Started
Published his first novels, including the Haven fantasy series and early standalone works. These early titles laid the foundation for the prolific career that would follow, building a small but dedicated readership.
Ebook Revolution
The rise of Kindle and ebook publishing opened new doors. Larson's Star Force series debuted and quickly climbed the Amazon charts, reaching #1 in science fiction. Swarm became a breakout hit that transformed his career overnight.
The James McGill Era
The Undying Mercenaries series launched with Steel World, introducing fans to the irreverent legionnaire James McGill. The series became Larson's most popular work and continues to this day with over 24 novels.
Full-Time Writing
With over three million copies sold and dozens of titles to his name, Larson continues to write full-time from central California. He consistently releases multiple novels per year across several series, including new ventures like Red Company and Rift Warrior.