J. S. Dewes

J. S. Dewes is a storyteller whose creativity is as vast as the worlds she builds. With a background in film production from Columbia College Chicago, she took an unconventional path into writing, weaving cinematic depth into her science fiction novels. Her journey began behind the camera, where she served as a cinematographer for independent films and a lighting designer for political figures—a job so routine that it became mundane. But even the most ordinary moments can spark extraordinary ideas, and Dewes found herself drawn to the art of storytelling on the page, where she could create entire universes.

Dewes’ debut novel, The Last Watch, launched her into the realm of space opera, where she has since carved a unique niche. Her The Divide series, a thrilling blend of high-stakes adventure and emotional depth, captivates readers with its tight pacing, complex characters, and sharp, atmospheric writing. These novels are a tribute to her cinematic roots, featuring vivid settings and a plot structure that feels almost like watching a gripping, visually stunning film unfold. Dewes’ writing explores the themes of survival, duty, and the cost of war, all set against the backdrop of a universe teetering on the brink of collapse.