Hank Searls is an American author and former naval aviator whose adventurous life deeply informs his writing. After serving as a Navy fighter pilot and test pilot, he transitioned to a successful career in fiction and nonfiction, crafting gripping, action-driven narratives. He is perhaps best known for novelizing "Jaws 2", the blockbuster sequel to Peter Benchley's iconic shark thriller, bringing the terror of Amity's waters back to life on the page. Searls also wrote original novels such as "The Crowded Sky" and "Overboard", showcasing his talent for taut, suspenseful storytelling rooted in his deep knowledge of the sea and sky.