Hank Searls

Searls interrogates the interplay between human ambition and the natural world, crafting narratives rich in maritime and aviation themes. His writing, influenced by a career that spanned journalism and screenwriting, is marked by clarity and precision, a style honed during his time as a reporter. Through books like "Overboard" and "Sounding," Searls taps into his experiences as a yachtsman and Navy flier, offering readers authentic technical insights and multidimensional characters who navigate complex ethical landscapes.\n\nWhile best known for his novel "The Pilgrim Project," adapted into the film "Countdown," Searls's oeuvre includes a variety of genres, from speculative fiction to nonfiction. His book "The True Story of the Coast Guard" showcases his ability to weave factual narratives with engaging storytelling. Readers seeking an exploration of human endeavor against natural and technological backdrops will find Searls's works particularly rewarding. His narratives not only entertain but also prompt reflection on the moral and ethical dilemmas posed by technological advancement and the race to conquer new frontiers.