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Jason Pinter was born in New York City, read his first book at the age of three, and progressed quickly from the life lessons of Little Toot to the otherworldly epics of Brian Jacques, Terry Brooks and Stephen King.

During his junior year at college, Jason decided that he wanted to be a writer. Heeding words of advice from his doctor who had written a book ("The first thing any writer needs is an agent"), he began querying literary agents. His doctor’s advice omitted the fact that in order to get an agent, you needed to have an actual book.

In an attempt to gain an insider`s perspective on the publishing world, Jason took an internship at a boutique literary agency in New York. In between opening queries and answering phones, he fell in love with editorial work, helping authors to hone their manuscripts and proposals. Putting his literary aspirations on hold, he decided to pursue a career in editorial.

After finishing college, Jason took a spot as an Editorial Assistant at a publishing house. It was during his time there that he began work on his debut thriller, Hero Of The Day, featuring young reporter Henry Parker. This book eventually became The Mark.

Jason eventually sold The Mark to MIRA Books in a three-book deal, and found his publishing journey had come full circle. He still works as an editor.

Jason is a member of International Thriller Writers and Mystery Writers of America and a founding member of Killer Year

More about this author: http://jasonpinter.blogspot.com