Books in Order: Celebrating the Works of Steve Watkins
A Glimpse into the Life of Steve Watkins
Steeped in the art of storytelling, Steve Watkins stands as a beacon in the literary realm. An American author with a penchant for crafting engaging young adult and children’s stories, Watkins’ reputation is anchored by his riveting series, “Ghosts of War”. A proud Florida State University alumnus, Watkins has extensively shared his knowledge through teaching Journalism, Creative Writing, and Vietnam War Literature at the University of Mary Washington.
But his interests go beyond the boundaries of academia; Watkins is also a yoga practitioner, a CASA-recommended investigator advocating for victims of child abuse and neglect. He balances his multifaceted career trajectory with a fulfilling personal life in Fredericksburg, Virginia, where he resides with his wife, Janet, and their four daughters.
Watkins’ Unique Writing Style
The brilliance of Watkins’ narrative ability hinges on the unique scaffolding he weaves into his work. His storytelling prowess notwithstanding, Watkins has an uncanny ability to create relatable characters that draw readers into the universe he’s scripted. His writing style, a blend of visceral description and thoughtful introspection, engrosses readers, allowing them to experience the stories from a multi-dimensional perspective.
Diving into Steve Watkins’ Book Portfolio
Watkins’ writing journey officially commenced in 2008 with the publication of Down Sand Mountain. From then, he’s given us numerous literary gems that readers have readily embraced.
For easy reader reference, below are Steve Watkins’ books in order of their publication dates:
Publication Order of Ghosts Of War Books
| The Secret of Midway | (2014) |    |
| Lost at Khe Sanh | (2015) | |
| AWOL in North Africa | (2016) | |
| Fallen in Fredericksburg | (2016) | |