Bill Westlake

Hello, and thanks for stopping by! If you’re here, you’re probably curious about who’s behind the pages of The Puppet Protocol series, so let’s dive in. I was born in West Covina, CA, and spent my early years exploring the San Gabriel Mountains, where hiking along river trails with my dad first sparked my sense of adventure. Those early experiences, coupled with a lifelong love of reading, led me to write stories that explore complex worlds and push the boundaries of imagination. My reading interests span from fantasy and science fiction to action-adventure and even a few classic novels. A favorite of mine? A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens—it’s a masterclass in tension and redemption. I spent the first chapter of my adult life serving in the US Navy, where my travels and experiences across diverse cultures continue to inspire my storytelling today. Now, as an engineer, I work with technology every day, and that love for tech and innovation has profoundly influenced The Puppet Protocol series. In these books, I blend dystopian intrigue with cyber-thriller suspense, asking what happens when human autonomy collides with AI-driven control. Writing gives me a chance to break away from the day-to-day routine and dive into worlds of my own making. I hope my books can do the same for you! Feel free to follow along as I continue to expand The Puppet Protocol universe—I’m always exploring new ideas and love connecting with readers.