Author Tom Clancy, whose novel, “The Hunt for Red October” propelled him to fame, fortune and status as a favorite storyteller of the American military, has died, according to sources with his publisher and family. He was 66.

He published 28 books — including a new novel yet to be released, and 17 best-sellers. Several were made into Hollywood blockbusters, including The Hunt for Red October, Patriot Games, and The Sum of All Fears.

The cause of death wasn’t immediately available. For more info, visit CNN.