Jack Lewis

After serving as a U.S. Army staff sergeant during the Iraq War in 2004 and 2005, Jack Lewis began sharing his experiences through writing. That background gave his work a grounded, personal voice that stands out in accounts of war and its aftermath.

His writing was included in Operation Homecoming, a collection that brought together the words of American troops and their families. He also appeared in the Oscar-nominated documentary connected to that project and received a writer credit for it.

Born in Portland, Oregon, Lewis is known for bringing a soldier's point of view to the page in a clear, accessible way. His work has been recognized for helping readers connect with the human side of military service.