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Captivating Writer of Historical Fiction - Professional Geologist
As both a consulting geologist and a passionate writer of historical fiction, my inspiration for storytelling was shaped by a remarkable connection with the legendary author James A. Michener.
Our paths crossed dramatically in the Pacific Ocean near Iwo Jima, where we shared time together on a life raft and rescue vessel after the aircraft I frequently navigated was forced to ditch.
That extraordinary experience ignited my lifelong commitment to writing immersive historical novels. My books are expansive and dynamic, set in diverse regional and global settings that intertwine with authentic historical figures and real-world events.
Each novel is grounded in meticulous research, blending education with entertainment to keep readers fully engaged.
Beyond history, I weave contemporary environmental issues into many narratives, offering honest and scientifically accurate perspectives on the natural world.
These stories often highlight the importance of natural resources, reminding us of their essential role in shaping both past civilizations and modern society.
It is my hope that readers find the same sense of discovery and meaning in my novels that I do in writing them.
David T. Sanders- Author
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Latest by David T. Sanders
Latest by David T. Sanders
The Author has created a captivating historical fiction novel in Undying Spirit, published by Austin Macauley in New York. It follows the powerful journey of a resilient young woman in western America. Abandoned by her husband, she endures tremendous hardships while raising two daughters, eventually making meaningful contributions to the World War II and Korean War efforts.
A central theme of the novel is her enduring bond with a Japanese American family whose lives are upended during World War II. Despite the oldest son’s sacrifice as a U.S. military interpreter in the South Pacific, the family’s California properties are confiscated, and they are forcibly relocated by the federal government. This moving storyline highlights both the struggles and resilience of families affected by wartime prejudice.
In her second marriage, the protagonist discovers love and renewed purpose. Together with her husband, she contributes to the California and Tuscan wine industries while continuing her lifelong mission of supporting displaced Japanese Americans.
Through strength, compassion, and determination, she becomes a symbol of survival ...and hope.
Publisher : Austin Macauley (June 23, 2023)
Language : English
Paperback : 278 pages
ISBN-10 : 1649797915
ISBN-13 : 978-1649797919
Item Weight : 15.4 ounces
Dimensions : 6.14 x 0.58 x 9.21 inch
This powerful historical novel Navarro Rancho, transports readers to the American Southwest of the late nineteenth century, portraying the lives of characters with Spanish, English, African, and Native heritage. Set on a land grant in the Gadsden Purchase region of southern Arizona and New Mexico, the novel explores resilience, cultural blending, and the pursuit of opportunity in a rapidly changing frontier.
The story follows courageous men who build fortunes in mining and jewelry, cutting, polishing, and selling precious stones amid the turbulence of the age. Their ventures unfold against conflicts including the Spanish-Mexican wars, Maximilian’s imperial campaign, Indian Wars, Mormon struggles, and the American Civil War.
Among the novel’s most compelling figures is an independent Spanish woman who directs a global enterprise supplying coaling stations during the maritime shift from wind to steam. Her son partners with a skilled rancher and miner—who later marries his widowed mother—while he himself weds the granddaughter of a renowned Apache chief, weaving Native American heritage into the family’s saga.
Sanders also confronts the moral and social challenges of the time: protecting Native Americans, imposing order in lawless towns, and rebuilding communities shattered by disaster. The Sonoran Earthquake of 1887, which devastated southern Arizona, is a turning point in the narrative. Sanders vividly describes both the destruction and the resilience of survivors, including the miraculous preservation of children in Saint David and the lumber industry’s rapid growth to meet rebuilding needs.
The novel further examines the evolution of ranching through the introduction of new cattle breeds, struggles over scarce grasslands, and tribes transitioning from nomadic to settled life.
Through sweeping historical detail, vivid characters, and interwoven storylines, Sanders delivers a powerful portrait of survival, cultural identity, and transformation in the American Southwest.
ASIN : B0BHPYCM6X
Publication date : October 7, 2022
Language : English
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Print length : 323 pages
Page numbers source ISBN : B0BHR7VZQH
Customer Reviews: 4.4 out of 5 stars
In one of his most gripping works of historical adventure fiction Tregrug Castle, David T. Sanders introduces readers to James Williams, a consulting mining engineer whose journey spans continents and cultures. While visiting family in Hong Kong, James encounters Alice Windsor, a determined policewoman, and her colleague Ivan. Together, they rescue a young orphan girl from exploitation on the city’s streets, placing her in a church school and changing the course of her life forever.
James later travels to Western Australia, where he suffers a serious mining accident that forces a long and painful recovery. Upon returning to Hong Kong, he learns the orphan—now known as Jia—is the daughter of a couple murdered by men seeking to steal gold smuggled from China for a business venture. With Alice and Ivan’s help, James rescues Jia once more, ensuring her inheritance is secured in a trust and protecting her from the criminals still pursuing the treasure.
Jia’s life blossoms when she is taken to the Williams family estate in Wales, where she completes her education in Britain and becomes an accomplished archaeologist. Her research leads her across the globe, uncovering treasures from gold artifacts in Wales to diamonds in Africa. Alice eventually joins her in the United Kingdom, assisting in the recovery of stolen treasures and marrying James. The Williams family also becomes deeply involved in the restoration of Tregrug Castle, preserving an important piece of Welsh heritage.
Alice herself grows into a talented artist, while Jia marries into the American branch of the Williams family. Together, they return to Hong Kong, where Jia uses her inheritance to establish an orphanage, supported by Ivan and his family. This full-circle resolution highlights Sanders’ recurring themes of compassion, justice, resilience, and the ethical use of wealth.
Through this sweeping tale of mining, archaeology, cultural heritage, and family legacies, David T. Sanders creates a novel that is as educational as it is engaging. Blending historical fiction with adventure, the book transports readers across continents, weaving together stories of courage, love, and the enduring impact of kindness.
ASIN : B0BHLCJJP6
Publisher : Independently published (October 11, 2022)
Language : English
Paperback : 325 pages
ISBN-13 : 979-8357358141
Item Weight : 1.23 pounds
Dimensions : 6 x 0.74 x 9 inches
In one of his most timely works, Lautaro Lodge, is one of extraordinary contemporary historical fiction, David T. Sanders introduces readers to Roger Richardson, an ambitious Englishman determined to establish his company as a major player in the global push for sustainable energy. Following in the footsteps of his father—who developed platinum mines to help reduce vehicle emissions from internal combustion engines—Roger seeks government concessions in Chile to extract lithium, a critical element for the batteries that power electric automobiles.
Alongside his wife, Margo, Roger builds more than just a business. Together, they create a remote lodge that serves as both a research hub and a conservation center. From this base, the professionals he recruits make discoveries that resonate far beyond mining: evidence of retreating ice sheets, significant fossil records, and the establishment of vital wildlife reserves. Their efforts highlight the delicate balance between economic progress and environmental stewardship, a theme that runs throughout Sanders’ storytelling.
By weaving together the urgent topics of renewable energy, climate change, and ecological preservation, Sanders crafts a novel that speaks directly to today’s global challenges. His portrayal of Roger Richardson’s journey connects the history of resource extraction to the future of clean energy, making the story not only a riveting adventure but also a thought-provoking commentary on how industries, governments, and individuals shape the world we live in.
SIN : B0BQ7JRG7M
Publication date : January 6, 2023
Language : English
File size : 1573 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Not Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Sticky notes : On Kindle Scribe
Print length : 352 pages
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