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steve stratton

2 months

My novella A WARRIOR’S PATH: Lance Bear Wolf's Origin Story (pub. by @sbacknovellas ) is available today. Hopefully, you will pick up a copy from your preferred retailer and let me know what you think of it. AMZ: B&N: BAM:

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

3 years

Today was the birthday of Major Dick Winters. HBD Warrior 🙏🙏🙏

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

On this day in U.S. Army SF history.......21 April 1989 – COL James N. “Nick” Rowe was assassinated, Manila, Philippines. Rowe was one of only 34 American POWs to escape captivity during the Vietnam War. Colonel Rowe was credited with developing SERE. RIP Warrior 🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 #DOL

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

@daleastark Morning @daleastark

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

Thank you friends for all the kind words. While we grieve the loss of our son, he would have wanted us to carry on. And we will, in his memory and for our daughter in law and grandson. Best Steve

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

Congratulations Caroline 🎉🎊👏

Special Operations Warrior Foundation

@SOFWarriorFnd

2 years

Three cheers for Caroline Wood, who recently graduated from Middle Georgia State University with a bachelor's degree in Nursing! 🎉 She is the daughter of US Army Sergeant Roy Wood, who lost his life in 2004 while assigned to the 20th Special Forces Group (Airborne).

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

On this day, Operation Eagle Claw was ordered by President Jimmy Carter to rescue 52 embassy staff held captive at the Embassy of the United States, Tehran on 24 April 1980. SOCOM and the 160th SOAR were two outcomes. To the 8 who paid the ultimate price. #NeverForget #EagleClaw

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

I'll be off the air for a few. We had a death in the family. Hug your kids and tell them you love them💔

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

11 months

It’s publication week for SHADOW SANCTION (Lance Bear Wolf #2 - available Wednesday). Thank you to all of the early readers for posting reviews! -Read a summary of the book. -Preorder your copies (signed editions available). -Read reviews.

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

My debut novel, SHADOW TIER (Lance Bear Wolf #1 - pub. @ForcePoseidon ), will be published on 6/14. I’m excited to announce Steve’s Squadron. You can win an ARC of the book, a Grand Prize Giveaway Pack and the Ultimate Prize Pack. I hope you’ll apply:

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

3 years

Just finished reading The Daughters of Kobani @gaylelemmon ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A powerful story the world needs to know! Women taking the fight to ISIS for their people, culture, and future. Bravery, loss, and international politics woven into an engaging narrative. #Kurdish #Freedom

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

9 months

It's a good author day when you sign and ship 50 copies of Shadow Tier to [REDACTED] for [REDACTED]

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

It's Finally Pub Day! You can buy SHADOW TIER here: You can order Limited-Edition Signed Hardcovers here:

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

1 year

🚨 COVER & TITLE REVEAL 🚨 SHADOW SANCTION (Lance Bear Wolf - pub. by @ForcePoseidon - 8/30/23) Lance Bear Wolf and his black-budget Shadow Tier operators return! Read a summary and preorder your copy (incl. signed editions):

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

4 months

In the category of #NeverQuit I did a thing. Excited to be working with the Winding Roads Stories team!

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

8 months

Drove up from Houston (new book research) to meet @3cCustom Talked books and ordered up a custom knife for my wife. The man is a true patriot!💯🇺🇲

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

Thanking and thinking of all my brothers and sisters who served this Veterans Day!

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

Met Richard today at 10th Special Forces Group bar. He was at the same airfield as the flying tigers during WWII. Later jojned SF in the 50's. The early days 🇺🇲💯 #DOL #10SFGA

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

6 months

I have released the second edition of SHADOW SANCTION and SHADOW TIER, with new covers. Let me know what you think. Order your second editions today:

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 months

On the train to Milan Italy and we sit next to a 40-something lady whose daughter lives near us in Denver. But wait, there's more... My wife gives her one of my cards. She says she knows my first novel, Shadow Tier. It's in the mother daughter shared Kindle library 🤪 Small

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

When you get publisher ARCs for your debut novel, you have to do an unboxing, right? How did I do? If you want to win an ARC of SHADOW TIER (pub. 6/14 by @ForcePoseidon ), enter the Best ARC Giveaway Ever: . #ShadowTier #StevesSquadron

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

3 years

Looks like it could be a location in a book.... #TerminalList #Echols @JackCarrUSA

Eric P Bishop

@EPBAuthor

3 years

As if @JackCarrUSA doesn’t have enough on his plate ... I give you his (additional) part time gig 😳

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

3 years

On this day in U.S. Army SF history..21-Feb. 2008 – Robin Moore died. He was most known for his books including The Green Berets and The French Connection. He became the first civilian to pass the Q course was assigned to 5th Special Forces Group on deployment to Vietnam.

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

Never forget 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Extortion 17🙏🙏🙏

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

#IronWill #DownSyndrome #NeverQuit When his big dreams come true, it will be my honor to say I watched, I believed, I cheered, and I am as proud of #IronWill now as I was when he was but a wee man.♥️

Andrew Daub

@TheResoluteLife

2 years

Nothing is beyond Iron Will’s reach. The wee little man has big dreams… #IronWill #DownSyndrome #VoiceForTheVoiceless

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

1 year

Remembering a National Hero. The only officer and one of 34 POWs to escape captivity during the VN war. He developed the SERE course and was in the Philippines when he was assassinated on this day in 1989. #SERE #NeverQuit

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

1 year

I entered and let it go. It's come back. @MWSA34274016 'Shadow Tier' has qualified as a MWSA 2023 Award Finalist. This means that you have won either a gold, silver, or bronze medal, which will be announced at MWSA’s annual awards banquet on Sept 16, 2023.

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

7 months

Today marks one year since we’ve not had Danny with us. His infectious laughter. His genuine caring for other people and his friends. But most importantly, his family. But we go on. Sometimes in laughter. Sometimes in pain. We grind. And occasionally, we find lightness and

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

Happy Pub Day!!!! @BradTaylorBooks The Devil's Ransom is out today👏 Can't wait to get my signed copies from @poisonedpen ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

1 year

At 9:01 PM on this date Richard Nixon announced his resignation from the Presidency. The following morning he signed and submitted the letter to Secretary of State Henry Kissinger. I was a new member of White House Communications Agency. Into the deep end!

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

My authors den is nearing completion after today's work to install the Murphy bed. Now, the hard part. How to implement my library. How would you do it???

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

8 months

I can die a happy man. They must have a direct line to the refinery 🤣

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

1 month

My recently published novella, A WARRIOR’S PATH, is a prequel and shares the origin story of Lance Bear Wolf. If you purchase the novella between 6/26/24 and 7/24/24, I will send you a signed edition of SHADOW TIER, the first book in the series. Purchase A WARRIOR’S PATH:

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

6 months

Each month I post top-5 Lists covering a variety of topics: books, movies, foods, etc. If you have a topic you want me to provide a list for, contact me. This month's list covers my favorite reads of 2023, some honorable mentions and a few books that are on my TBR list:

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 months

🚨ONLY 4 WEEKS UNTIL A WARRIOR’S PATH!🚨 (pub. by @sbacknovellas ) Learn more about the novella, read a FREE preview and purchase a Premium Preorder Package: Links for retailer preorders will be posted soon. [trailer credit: @pimvanofferen ]

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

5 months

The Lance Bear Wolf Origin Story Later this year, my prequel novella will be published. I will provide more details soon. In the meantime, you can now read the first chapter. Read now:

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

5 months

🚨TITLE REVEAL ALERT🚨 A WARRIOR’S PATH is a prequel novella, which tells the Lance Bear Wolf origin story (pub. by @sbacknovellas ). Learn more about the book and get your Premium Preorder Package: Thanks to Rock & Roll Hall of Famer @MichaelHund for the

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

Made my first pasta tonight with pesto sauce and shrimp 🍤 🍝 great night for a pasta it's -12 on the way to -29 🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶🥶

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

4 years

@cowboyshepherd Nah, bro. Army Signal, then Green Beret. 99% Navy in our family history👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

1 year

If you’re looking for a book to read or preorder this weekend, check out my Top-5 Thrillers For The First Half Of 2023: Make sure you follow the authors: @BAndrewsJWilson @BradTaylorBooks @MarkGreaneyBook @bentleydonb @JackCarrUSA

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

1 year

I have completed Lance Bear Wolf #2 . Now it’s time for the fun stuff…marketing. The title is not set, nor is the cover art, but if you have a preference, vote #1 or #2 . Thank you for your thoughts and support.

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

3 months

Early morning travel to Tuscany, so her are a few highlights from yesterday's visit to the Vatican and dinner time food tour.

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

8 months

I am excited to announce my participation in a new endeavor, @sbacknovellas . SilverBack will publish novellas that enable authors to share their untold stories and offer readers unprecedented access to/influence in the publication process. Check it out:

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

1 year

I've gotten ST-2 back from @ForcePoseidon Going through it one more time while waiting on the proof to come back on the ARCs. Stay tuned for more on the ST-2 title and cover reveals. #ShadowTier #Wolf #WritingCommunity #writersoftwitter

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

10 months

Another batch of autographed Shadow Sanction is ready to ship. Better clean this up before the boss gets home! #LanceBearWolf #ShadowSanction #thriller #writerscommunity #5amwritersclub

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

The fishing is hot up at the Squadron mountain training site. A 17” rainbow and his little buddy 🔥🔥🔥🎣🎣🎣

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

7 months

I am working on Lance Bear Wolf/Shadow Tier #3 . If you sign up for my email, you will be the first to receive updates on the book and be entered to win a signed edition of SHADOW TIER (book #1 ): If you haven’t yet, order your copy of SHADOW SANCTION

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

3 months

When I write, I create templates outlining all of the details of my primary characters. So, each month I share a profile with you. For the next few months, I am doing something a little different. In the lead up to A WARRIOR'S PATH (pub. By @sbacknovellas 6/11/24), I will post a

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

10 months

Thank you for the recognition Military Writers Society of America🙏 #ShadowTier #DebutNovel

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

3 months

1st shot at 50 yrds. know... I should stop now🤪

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

1 year

One year ago today, I achieved a goal that wasn't even on my radar for the first 65 yrs of my life. I started writing in Nov 2019 and #ShadowTier was published in 2022. For 80% of what you want to accomplish in life, age doesn't matter. #NeverQuit #writerscommunity @ForcePoseidon

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

Happy Pub Day @JackCarrUSA pick your favorite verosion of IN THE BLOOD today ⭐️🔥⭐️🔥⭐️🔥⭐️🔥⭐️🔥 You can thank me later!

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

11 months

49 years ago, I was the new guy at the radio section of White House Communications Agency. From a sleepy town in northern California where I spent most of my time outdoors fishing, hunting, and riding my dirt bike to Washington DC and in particular the Georgetown section along

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

3 years

@JackCarrUSA I was lucky to have met and been mentored by some of these brave men. @1st_SF_Command #SonTay @JackCarrUSA

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

11 months

Thank you to everyone who has purchased SHADOW SANCTION and posted reviews. Reviews play an important role in the exposure a book receives, especially on Amazon. So, if you have read the book, hopefully you will post even a few-sentence review on Amazon:

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

3 months

It's time to let you all know. I've been on a secret mission. Following the leads from Colorado to Virginia to London to Rome and on to a hidden arsenal in Amalfi to find where @mnsibley has hidden the sequel to #ADanceofDevils

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

9 months

Thank you, Talcott Notch! I'm excited to receive this ARC of #SonsofValorIII Guess who won't be sleeping tonight! Even the cover is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 @BAndrewsJWilson 🫡

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

Thank you to everyone who reviewed Shadow Tier🙏 I am now over 50 which means something, so I 've read. Your reviews important, so thank you for spending your precious time to leave one. #bookreviews #amwriting #amwritingfiction #WritingCommmunity @ForcePoseidon @BestThrillBooks

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

4 months

🚨COVER REVEAL ALERT🚨 I am excited to share the cover of A WARRIOR’S PATH (pub. 6/11/24 by @sbacknovellas ). Learn more about the book, read a FREE preview and hopefully, you will preorder the book:

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

1 year

What better way to celebrate the 4th than an unboxing! I've received the ARCs for SHADOW SANCTION (Lance Bear Wolf #2 - 8/30). Apologies to the squad for the delay. You can win an ARC by applying to be a member of Steve’s Squadron: Happy 4th of July!

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

3 months

Thanks to readers who have not only preordered A WARRIOR’S PATH (pub. by @sbacknovellas 6/11/14), but posted reviews! Preorder your copy today: Preorder benefits include: instant access to an eARC, a signed hardcover (not for retail - only for preorders),

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

7 months

Stay tuned for more details on the next adventure for Lance Bear Wolf and the Shadow Tier team. For now, you can read an excerpt from the book:

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

11 months

Connected with the very generous and humble @JackCarrUSA at @Boucheron

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

Even though I'm self-motivated, I admit it's nice to get an email like this now and again. Paraphrasing, "I love books like yours, looking forward to the next Lance Wolf adventure! I like your style and you pull me into the action. I can see it unfold as I read, well done!❤️

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

1 year

Hard to see, but rare. 1 in 30,000 An albino mule deer.

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

I think this is a work appropriate response.

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

It’s a dry heat 🤣 89 with 20% humidity makes for a great MTB ride when you stop at your front door under a shady oak🤙

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

11 months

Been looking high and very very low, but no joy. Where is...

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

A Special Father's Day Unboxing Happy Father's Day to the dads out there. Thanks to everyone who has supported me through the launch of SHADOW TIER. First time I've gotten to see the published version. Order your copy, including signed editions, here:

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

1 year

Congrats to the newest members of this year’s Steve’s Squadron! They’ll receive an ARC of SHADOW SANCTION & can win amazing prize packs! @Duells06 @joshuamcguoirk @scubaTrevor @EPearson303 @fratmatt13 @Neilschoolnik @RD4895 @Rmaverickbooks Enter today:

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

11 months

Lance Bear Wolf And The Shadow Tier Team Return Today! Get your copies of SHADOW SANCTION (signed editions available):

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

2 years

Great first day of fishing for @elliottmarke1 in the Rocky Mountains. #Trout #FlyFishing #SpinCasting #Antelope #MuleDeerBucks

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

7 months

Good morning! -6 here on the front range but good news. The Military Writers Society of America has accepted and is reviewing #ShadowSanction for their 2024 awards season. #thriller #fiction #writersoftwitter #writerscommunity #amwritingfiction

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@strattonbooks

2 years

Some say parting is sweet sorrow, but I always like going home, especially to my wife and this👇👇

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@strattonbooks

2 years

Tomorrow is Pub Day for SHADOW TIER! I want to thank everyone who has taken the time to read the ARC and post reviews, especially #StevesSquadron . You can order the book here: You can buy a Limited-Edition Signed Hardcover here:

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@strattonbooks

1 year

See you in #NYC #ThrillerFest #thrillerbooks #CraftFest #PitchFest

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@strattonbooks

1 year

My book haul from #ThrillerFest The doubles include signed copies for my followers. Sign up at

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@strattonbooks

1 month

A WARRIOR’S PATH is now available from leading retailers. Learn more about the book, read a FREE preview and order your copy:

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@strattonbooks

24 days

Life is good! Didn't see this coming. 🙏 @DCRbooks 2024 Silver Falchion Award Top Picks BEST ACTION ADVENTURE Shadow Sanction / Steve Stratton Congrats to @AMAdair6 and @SpadaBen for their selection to Top Picks!

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steve stratton

@strattonbooks

10 months

On September 25, 1961, Department of the Army Message 578636 designated the Green Beret as the official and exclusive headgear of the Army Special Forces. #DOL #ARMY #18Series

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@strattonbooks

1 year

More book research, Aloha🌴🏄‍♂️🇺🇲 snow and volcano in the same view... Big Island ❤️

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@strattonbooks

10 months

Happy Days! Shadow Sanction hardcovers are here. To those of you who requested a signed copy, THANK YOU! I will send your copies out today and tomorrow. #WritingCommunity #5amwritersclub #thriller #ITW #LanceBearWolf #ShadowTier #ShadowSanction #SOWF

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@strattonbooks

1 year

To anyone who thinks being an author is all about the writing 🤣🤣🤣 Taking ARCs to the post office and then on to grab more supplies. #ShadowSanction #ST2 #Thriller #WritingCommunity #NeverQuit

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@strattonbooks

2 months

Discover why NEW YORK TIMES bestselling authors are raving raving about A WARRIOR’S PATH. Preorder your copy today!

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2 years

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2 years

Check out the 15-second trailer for SHADOW TIER (pub. 6/14 by @ForcePoseidon ). The full trailer is coming soon. Learn more about the book and enter the Best ARC Giveaway Ever!

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@strattonbooks

5 months

In the next few weeks I will reveal the title for my upcoming novella, a Lance Bear Wolf prequel, which will be published on June 11, 2024. In the meantime, you can read the first chapter: If you preorder the novella, you will receive some amazing

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@strattonbooks

2 months

Thank you to everyone that has purchased A WARRIOR"S PATH so far. I was happy when it broke the top 500 yesterday and then I found this. It's all you and I appreciate it more than I can express in words.

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5 months

@Riflemanscreed2 GM CA!!

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11 months

Check out the teaser trailer for SHADOW SANCTION (Lance Bear Wolf #2 - pub. 8.30.23) - Read a summary of the book. - Preorder your copies (signed editions available). - Read reviews from early readers. If you have posted a review and want an official

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1 year

So today taught me why @MarkGreaneyBook and so many others love NOLA. Cafe Du Monde for breakfast, mud bugs, and a shrimp po boy for lunch. August for dinner, amazing duck and grouper. The amuse bouche was a 15 on a 10 scale. LOVE THIS CITY❤️

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7 months

Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!

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7 months

#ThrowbackThursday When you need ARCs for your crazy debut novel giveaway Colorado fishing trip, you get it done ✔️

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@strattonbooks

2 years

The details behind the characters...When I write, I create templates outlining all of the details of my primary characters. So, I thought I'd share them with you. Learn more about Lance Bear Wolf: Enter the Best ARC Giveaway Ever:

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@strattonbooks

2 years

Check out the trailer for SHADOW TIER (pub. 6/14 by @ForcePoseidon ). Preorder your copy: Read a FREE preview: Enter the BEST ARC GIVEAWAY EVER:

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@strattonbooks

2 years

Representing today!!! #TeamIronWill 🔥🔥🔥🔥

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2 years

Congrats to the new members of Steve’s Squadron! They’ll receive an ARC of SHADOW TIER. They can also win a Grand Prize Pack & the Ultimate Prize Pack! If you haven't entered, TIME IS RUNNING OUT: .