JJ Zerr, A Seasoned Wordsmith and Master Storyteller

(Author, John Zerr)

JJ Zerr is a talented and accomplished writer widely recognized for his captivating storytelling and evocative prose. With his exceptional ability to craft compelling narratives and evoke powerful emotions, JJ Zerr made his literary debut in 2010 with the publication of his first novel. Since then, his literary journey has only flourished, and he has continued to grace the literary world with twelve additional novels and a remarkable collection of short stories. Each publication showcases his undeniable talent and unwavering dedication to the craft, solidifying his status as a prolific and accomplished writer. He predominantly delves into the fascinating realm of historical fiction.

The author’s published works are as follows:


The Addison Freeman Stories:
Book One: Holy Crusade
Book Two: The Holey Land (New Book)

The Jon and Teresa Zachery Stories
Book One: Ensign Locker
Book Two: Sundown Town Duty Station
Book Three: The Junior Officer Bunkroom
Book Four: A Ticket to Hell: On Other Men’s Sins
Book Five: The North

Standalone Novels
COP Corner (New Book)
Who Am I
The Ghost of Chateau du Chasse
Noble Deeds
Guerilla Bride
The Happy Life of Preston Katt
War Stories


His books were featured in the Miami International Book Fair and LA Times Festival of Books where interviews were done with the author during both events, they were also featured in the Tucson International Book Fair, the Frankfurt International Book Fair, Sharjah International Book Fair, Guadalajara International Book Fair, London Book Fair, Beijing International Book Fair. You can check out JJ Zerr’s book features during these events by searching for JJ Zerr on Youtube.

In addition, JJ Zerr’s masterpieces were also featured in a few of the world’s largest print ad companies like The New York Times, LA Times, Reader’s Digest, and Publisher’s Weekly.

Besides being a renowned author, JJ Zerr is, first and foremost, a husband and father who had proudly served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. Despite the demands of his profession, he managed to find time to nurture a family, fathering six children. However, as he embarked on his deployments, he entrusted the care of his children to his wife, Karen. They navigated the challenges of parenthood, from changing diapers to guiding their children through the tumultuous stages of puberty. Zerr’s dedication to both his country and his family is truly commendable. The author’s illustrious career in the Navy culminated in an honorable retirement as a distinguished Rear Admiral in 1995. Following an illustrious active duty, the author seamlessly transitioned into working on a multitude of groundbreaking defense programs from the civil side, ultimately culminating in a well-deserved retirement in 2007 from this second career.

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