James D. Newton

James D. Newton, who writes under the name James Newton is the author of the Bulldog Files, a Pacific Northwest science-driven thriller series, and also the Tom Morgan Files, young-adult fiction dealing with bullying, courage, confidence and practical self-defense.

His Bulldog Files novels, The Exspiravit Protocol: An Oregon Incident and The Lazarus Directive, combine scientific discovery, covert operations, military and intelligence interests, government conspiracy and the distinctive setting of the Pacific Northwest.

His Tom Morgan novel, Getting Home Safely, explores bullying, fear, courage, smart decision-making and self-defense from a young person's perspective.

Newton's background includes scientific research, education, sales and business development. He holds a research Master's degree in microbiology from Cardiff University and has a longstanding interest training in and teaching martial arts and practical self-defense.

He has lived in the Pacific Northwest for more than 25 years.