Meet the Author: Dennis Young

Dennis Young

Bio:

I worked a normal job all my life, from high school to my retirement in 2015. In 2005 I
began writing what likely turned out to be my Magnum Opus: The Ardwellian Chronicles
epic fantasy adventure series. For thirteen years I wrote Ardwel; it’s peoples, places, and
saga. Now, the Saga is Complete. And I’m writing… other things. What other things, you
ask? Well, I’ve read Science Fiction since I was in the third grade. I enjoy a mystery from
time to time. I don’t read horror, but I can write a pretty good tale of horror. Or dystopia.
And I’m a First-Generation Trekker.

With my current collections of Epic Fantasy, Military SF, SF Adventure, and Vampire
Urban Fantasy, I’m always on the lookout for a new project or topic. I don’t like to do the
same type of stories over and over, and I'm certainly not adverse to researching a new
genre. After all, learning new things is a good way to give your brain a workout and put
that information to use in a good story.

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The Interview

Thanks so much for stopping by. To keep things interesting, I like to ask my interviewees a random question to get the blood flowing. Here’s yours!

You’re a lab assistant for a government facility. You discover that they have been trying to create a portal to another dimension. What do you do?

Dennis: I watch the three scientists all excitedly hurry about, readying to use it for the first time. I volunteer to monitor the instrumentation, and, after a quick run-through and handing me a huge “troubleshooting” guidebook, they prepare themselves for the first trip. Then spend the next two hours arguing over where and when to go. They pull out maps, geographical studies over the world in the last, oh, 4.5 BILLION years, and finally decide they all want to fulfill a childhood dream: they wanna see real dinosaurs on the ancient Earth. Remember, these guys are ”scientists”, not some fantasy lovers; they’re more interested in the “science” aspect of their invention, and want to be the first to document REAL dinosaurs and make a million bucks.

But first… A toast, so they dig through the fridge, bring out a bottle of 24 year old Proseco, proceed to toast and toast and toast, until the bottle is dry. They might just be a bit tipsy at this point. So, I assure them everything is fine, I hand them all a custom-made walking staff, a large backpack filled with supplies, and a roll of gold coins one of them conveniently left on the counter. I mean, no matter where they go, they’ll need money, and gold is… well, gold, right?

They all take a deep breath, shake my hand in a firm, serious, and hopeful manner, then step into the temporal displacement aperture. I open the portal, active the intercom, and confirm they’re all ready to go. No one is changing their minds, so they’re all set. They confirm it twice, then a third time, for good measure.

I adjust the location/dimensional portal/date counter and set it for about 66 million years in the past near what was once the Mexican Yucatán peninsula on Planet Earth, and hit the switch. They stride purposefully into the portal and slowly fade out. The dimensional aperture swirls like a big cup of coffee being stirred, I think to myself, and then slowly calms. I wait a few minutes to see if everything is steady, scan the instruments, and nod in satisfaction.

Next, I dig out all the information I can find regarding the invention and discovery, change all the names to mine, clear the data counter, wipe the hard drives of the last six hours’ events (all of them), and walk out with everything in a duffle bag. Yes, it’s gonna be a fun day at the Patent Office, I tell you.

Jonny: Haha, I love how inspired you got by this prompt! I don’t blame you for changing the names to yours. Gotta look out for yourself, right?

I’m pretty risk averse, so I would definitely be behind whatever safety walls or obstructions that may have been built. At the same time, I’d be ready to bolt if some dinos were to come back through the portal. No Land of the Lost shenanigans for me!

Dennis and the Writing Process

How do you find inspiration to write?

Dennis: Usually visually, through art, pictures, or videos, maybe a line of poetry or music, or just the old “what if” question.
What if the greatest fortress in the land isn’t a castle or a city, but a child’s toy?
What if the god-child destined to become emperor is kidnapped on his fifth birthday and never seen again?
What if the gods once were mortal?
What if the age-old enemy of elves and men is actually behind the dealings of the Shadow Horde?
What if the rescue of a Mongrel sets off a chain of events that threaten the takeover of the land by Drow?
What if a cunning, but insane, murderess captures the leader of the Drow and holds her captive for five years, while Drow society disintegrates?
These are the “what if” questions I started with for my six Epic Fantasy novels, “The Ardwellian Chronicles”.

Jonny: These are some great places to get inspiration from. I too get inspiration from a lot of different mediums: books, art, a stray thought, it can be completely random (and definitely at bad times). Whatever the inspiration, I always have a device or some paper nearby that I can jot down notes. I can’t let good ideas go to waste!

What kind of setting do you write in most times?

Dennis: These days, I write mostly in my home office. I like a quiet setting, usually no sound at all, but once in a while I’ll write to ambient streaming music. Before I retired, I traveled internationally on business 3-4 times a year, and I did a lot of writing on the airplane or evenings in my hotel room. Those 16-hour flights from Chicago to Hong Kong offered a lot of hours for writing!

Jonny: Oh, I can’t tell you how nice it is to have a designated space to write! I’ve always had to put my computer equipment in my bedroom or a shared space, but that changed about 6 months ago and I now have my own office.

Oh wow, I can’t imagine trying to write on an airplane, especially on such a long flight! I also like relative quiet, and sometimes silence is best for writing, but I typically put on ambient music and have a huge playlist that covers pretty much anything I’ll ever need.

By the way, congrats on retiring. I’m literally counting down the days until I can do the same, but I’ve got at least 20 more years to go. Ugh!

I always find it interesting how authors lead multiple lives. What is your dayjob? Do you enjoy it?

Dennis: I’m retired, but during my early writing years (2005-2015) I was the International Sales and Project Manager for a local manufacturing company. I worked all over the world on major infrastructure projects, from the initial bidding process to post-installation. I’ve even done some field service work three stories underground on subway systems in Dubai, UAE.

I started at the company in the industrial lab as the lab technician, became the lab engineer, then went into domestic sales for a while. When I was offered the opportunity to travel the world, I took the leap and never looked back. I wish everyone could have the opportunity to visit and work in a totally different culture for a while. I traveled and worked in India, Hong Kong, Thailand, Taiwan, Egypt, Israel, Turkey, Malaysia, The Philippines, South Korea, and even Mainland China. I also worked in some English-speaking countries such as the UK, Ireland, and Australia.

Jonny: Oh wow, I would have never have guessed that was your prior path in life! That’s why I love asking this question. I never know what the answer will be. Personally I’ve worked in a lot of different industries, but I’m settling into librarianship and will be done with schooling next year. I would absolutely love to travel outside of the states and get to appreciate different cultures. I have a soft spot for Canada, Japan, and Australia.

As a writer, what kind of goals do you set for yourself? How do you achieve them?

Dennis: My only goal is to tell good stories. If you don’t do that, nothing else will happen. I sell mostly at book events and conventions. I enjoy the face-to-face meetings with readers, other writers, artists, and all sorts of creative people. I attend about 12-16 events per year and drive thousands of miles all over the USA to attend these events. In 2024, I’m probably going to attend 16 events, from Minnesota to Arkansas, and Colorado to Indiana.

Jonny: You and I share that goal! I just want to tell an engaging entertaining story that others enjoy.

Ah yes, that’s how I met you! Planet Comicon, Crypticon, there are so many great conventions out there for people to discover new authors and artists. Wow, 16 events. That’s impressive! I’m doing just 2 so far, but this is my first year doing any kind of convention. Best of luck at the conventions!

How long have you been writing?

Dennis: Well, I started writing in the third grade (didn’t we all?). Professionally, I began writing in 2005, but I wrote stories, fan fiction, designed D&D games and campaigns, invented different sorts of role-playing games with friends, and was heavily immersed in Star Trek fandom for over 50 years. I’m currently working on my 20th novel. I also have a blog and a Facebook Author Page, but I haven’t added to the blog in years.

Jonny: Haha, right. I started sometime in elementary school as well and started working seriously on my writing starting in 2013. Wow, you have done so much! I’ll definitely have to get more info from you on the games you created with friends. I’m a serious gamer whenever my nose isn’t stuck in a book.

Why do you write?

Dennis: I write because I enjoy it. I currently write in four genres:
Epic Fantasy – The Ardwellian Chronicles (Six novels, three compendiums, and it’s DONE!)
Military Science Fiction – The Mercenary Trilogy (Hard-hitting action with a lot of heart)
Science Fiction Adventure – The Earthfleet Saga (Novella-length stories about ships and crews)
Vampire Urban Fantasy – The Bloodline Collection (Julie, Tara, and all the blood you want)

Jonny: Exactly! I feel compelled to write and though it’s a lot of work, in the end it’s so worth it when you touch peoples’ lives.

I like that you don’t simply stick to one genre. I find that stories tend to include elements of multiple genres in them. I almost always stick to horror, fantasy, and scifi, but there are so many great subgenres within each that bring something new and exciting every time.

Having read from your Bloodline series (my review here), I had a blast and definitely recommend for anyone who’s tuning in.

What is your favorite part of writing?

Dennis: Uh… the writing. Is there anything else? All those voices in your head screaming for attention, the situations, the thrills, the spills, the chills, the surprises, the… well, just everything. If you’re a WRITER, and you don’t like writing, you’re probably in the wrong line of work.
Larry Niven, SF GrandMaster and my favorite author, says many who want to be writers don’t really want to write, they want to “have written”. There is no way to become a writer if you don’t write.

Jonny: Haha, fair enough. My favorite part is brainstorming and beginning a new project. There’s just so much adventure in exploring a new dark world or character that gives me that childlike sense of wonder I crave.

I’ve also found in time that editing can be fulfilling despite it not being my favorite part of the process. Getting a consistent flow to your writing by polishing is well worth it.

What genre is your favorite to write in? Why?

Dennis: My favorite is whatever I’m currently writing, because I like the challenge of something new. I don’t write the same stories over and over, I’m always looking for a new approach, new unseen events, new characters who will add to the building of the world and the storyline,
When I was writing my Epic Fantasy series (which I wrote first; what was I thinking???), I couldn’t imagine what I’d write next. Then I ran across artwork that spoke to me VERY LOUDLY, saying “I know who this person is, and I already can see the story!”. Thus was born The Mercenary Trilogy. That’s how it usually starts: not with a quiet thought, but with a hard slap.

Jonny: I couldn’t agree with you more. It feels like every new story I’ve written has been a completely different concept or theme and the characters vary a lot, but each idea has come to me with a metaphorical hard slap. I was so struck by each idea that I couldn’t not write it.

What first inspired you to start writing?

Dennis: I’m a creative person. I’ve played in rock bands, dabbled in painting and drawing, built models in my youth and teens, created D&D worlds and other games, chaired Star Trek conventions, immersed myself in the SCA for years, do my own yardwork and landscaping, and during it all, I wrote and composed stories, poems, and songs. I NEED to create. It’s a drive I have that MUST be fulfilled. I’d be miserable without feeding it what it needs.

Jonny: Wait, you were in a rock band?! Remind me to pick your brain about that! I completely understand what you mean by the pull that creativity demands. I come from a very artistic family. We all differ, but the creative gene is with every single one of us. To not create … well, I’m not even going to finish that thought because that’s not gonna happen.

If you could give advice to new writers, what would you say?

Dennis: The one overriding thing I always say to new writers, or people who say they want to write, is this: You can take all the school or college courses you want regarding writing, journalism, whatever, join writing groups, attend conferences and meetings, read books about writing, listen to lectures about writing and how to write, and do all the other things to help educate you about writing, but… if you don’t SIT DOWN AND WRITE, nothing will happen. NOTHING.

Jonny: I love that advice. Thanks for sharing that with us!

I have to say that there’s a lot of misconceptions about writing. A lot of people think you need a degree in writing to be an author, but it really doesn’t matter. That’s why my advice is that there aren’t any true rules to writing. Just try it out regardless of your background, establish a routine, and with time you will refine your craft.

What do you find most challenging about writing?

Dennis: Time management. When I was working full time, I had a schedule. Most of my writing occurred Friday nights and Saturday/Sunday mornings. I did self-editing during the week, going back over what I’d written the weekend before, and bumping it up to second draft. That way, by the time I finished the entire manuscript, I was at the second draft point. This saved me weeks of going over an entire manuscript from start to finish and working out all the first draft problems. I still self-edit chapter by chapter, but my time management skills have taken a serious hit. Now I write when I’m inspired and edit afterward. I’ve tried very hard to establish a new routine, and I’m a bit better than I was, but it’s still frustrating.
That said, I still crank out 1-2 new novels or books each year.

Jonny: Oh my gosh, you are preaching to the choir on this point! I still work full time and probably will for the next 20 years or so, so at some point it comes down to time management and discipline. For me that means a lot of planning blocks of time where I can shut the world out and just work on writing, even if it means disabling my wifi and locking my office door.

I like your approach to polishing drafts. I kind of stick to doing a first draft, then revising until I have a second, but your way could save some serious time. I’ll have to try that out!

Not including family, who supported your efforts to become a published author?

Dennis: Other writers. I belonged to a great writing group, Monday Night Writers, and we were all at about the same level in our writing experience and ability. We met every week, had a great experienced facilitator leading the group, and each of us submitted up to 1500 words each per week. With 5-6 members, that was a lot of stuff to go through on a weekly basis, but it made us focus on the craft of writing and taught us how to offer constructive comments and suggestions. We stayed together for five or six years, and several of the writers have published books and done pretty well.

Jonny: Oh, that’s wonderful! I have to echo what you’ve said. I’ve also been a part of several writing groups, and fellow writers have really helped with how I approach my writing. Getting feedback while you’re still chiseling out a first draft could be invaluable, whether it comes from a non-writer friend or your authorly colleagues.

Where do you get ideas for your writing?

Dennis: Everywhere. I have what you might call an over-active imagination. My motto is, “Anything worth doing is worth overdoing.”

Jonny: Yep, same here. The most mundane activity could always spark something in my brain. Just don’t forget to write everything down! Not everything will turn into a project, but it’s worth keeping notes in case it does.

How many books have you written? Which is your favorite?

Dennis: I have 19 published titles and a few others I haven’t published. For the most fun writing, I’d have to say The Mercenary Trilogy, my Military SF series. I wrote it with no filter. It’s hard-hitting action with a lot of heart, women as both primary protagonist and antagonist, and all the naughty words you ever wanted to read in one series. 😊

Jonny: Congrats, that’s a huge accomplishment! I’ve written four and am on the second draft of my fifth that should be out sometime this year.

Nice! That sounds really appealing to me, so I hope I can get to it soon with my crazy TBR.

What do you think makes a good story?

Dennis: Three things are essential:
Characters you can relate to and identify with. There has to be someone to root for.
Absolutely spot-on editing. Nothing will ruin a reading experience faster than poor punctuation, grammar, bad sentence structure, or a weak storyline. A professional editor is the best investment a writer will EVER make. Your paragraphs must SING.
Conflict. If there’s no conflict, there’s no story.

Jonny: Totally! You made some very great points here. The characters need to be relatable and interesting, and they have to have conflict that moves the story. Editing can be the difference between a reader continuing a read or dropping it. I myself have put some reads down because they felt unedited and were rife with typos that could’ve easily been caught.

Do you read your book reviews? How do you deal with bad or good ones?

Dennis: Yes, but the ones I consider most important are three star and below. Those are, IMO, the ones writers can learn the most from. I don’t need praise, and I want to know what I can do better.

Jonny: Nice! Over time I’ve looked a bit less at reviews and focus more on the writing, but I do routinely check just in case there’s something I can learn from a review. No one wants a bad review but we can always learn something, and if the review provides some insight as to why someone didn’t like a particular element, I’m all ears.

Fun Facts About Dennis

(ALL QUESTIONS HEADING 4 SIZE AND BOLDED. PARAGRAPH FOR TEXT- BOLD THE NAME)

Pancakes or waffles?

Dennis: You know they’re made of the same stuff, right?

Jonny: Actually, I had no clue! I did a quick search online and the ingredients are pretty much the same, just the measurements are different. I think if the consistency of pancakes was a little crispier with with savory tastes mixed in with the sweet I would like them more. Basically chicken and waffles but the pancake equivalent.

What’s your favorite place that you’ve travelled to?

Dennis: Back home.

Jonny: I’ve been travelling a little less often recently, but Colorado I’ve been to several times and it’s always really peaceful. It kind of feels like a second home. If only property values weren’t so high I’d give a permanent stay there a shot!

Are pineapples on pizza blasphemy or no?

Dennis: Only to hold the pizza down.

Jonny: Hahaha! You know, I usually don’t even consider it, but hey, it’s a new year. Slap some pineapple on there and I’ll give it another go. Maybe my taste buds have changed.

If you had to choose one type of food to eat for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Dennis: The yummy kind.

Jonny: Right! I’ll take anything Asian, but lately my favorite has been Vietnamese, so anything under that umbrella I’d be fine with.

If you could choose to be any supernatural creature, what would you be and why?

Dennis: Super, sure, but I’m already natural, so… is this a trick question?

Jonny: You’re cracking me up! I’d settle for some superhuman speed, sure, but my tallness already takes me pretty far.

What are your favorite tv shows and movies?

Dennis: None, and few.

Jonny: Yeah, I’m kind of in between a lot of things now and haven’t been able to settle on anything. If I’m bored me and the boyfriend have been watching The Outer Limits, which has aged surprisingly well.

What kind of music touches your soul?

Dennis: All kinds, just depending on the mood.

Jonny: Yeah, I’m the same way. I find that the longer time goes on, I’m less aware of what’s new or hip, so I just go with my mood. Usually that’s ambient.

Who are your favorite writers?

Dennis: Larry Niven, Robert Heinlein, Isaac Asimov, and a young lady by the name of Kate Kort.

Jonny: I’ve heard of at least two of those authors. Thanks for sharing! Some recent faves of mine have been Iseult Murphy, Tammie Painter, Jonathan Janz, and Jeff Strand.

What are you reading now?

Dennis: These questions. Is this another trick question?

Jonny: Haha! You were reading the interview questions so hey, that’s accurate. I just finished a 90’s series called Replica, and I’m about to return to The Overthrow series by Kenneth Oppel. It’s freaky!

What is your favorite genre to read? Why?

Dennis: Classic SF. It’s what I grew up with, and it’s the reason I wrote (and continue to write) The Earthfleet Saga stories. I wanted to write stories about SF adventure.

Jonny: That’s awesome! I love me some scifi, though I tend to veer towards scifi that’s blended with horror. For some reason that’s just a magic combo to me that I can’t get enough of.

If you could take a vacation anywhere, where would you go?

Dennis: Crazy??? Don’t mind if I do!!! (Homer Simpson reference)

Jonny: Lol wasn’t that episode with Homer a reference to The Shining? I would love to be snowed in somewhere, just not a huge place all alone. That’s a little too unnerving for me. For this year, me and the boyfriend hope to go to Vegas. I love rollercoasters, so that’s the main draw for me.

How would you conquer the world?

Dennis: By eliminating fear of the other.

Jonny: Ooo, nice answer. I would conquer the world with cute little Cthulhu’s that seem so nice until they get so big and powerful it’s too late. Womp womp, world!

What did you read as a kid? What stuck with you the most?

Dennis: I read Classic SF, but bubble gum stuck the most.

Jonny: Haha, I once got bubblegum in my hair as a kid. Worst thing ever! Anything that seemed fantastical really stuck to me as a kid, and nowadays not much has changed at all. What can I say? I’m stubborn!

If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?

Dennis: “This Guy was Nuts. But in a Good Way.”

Jonny: Oh, that’s good! Let’s see …”I’m a Redhead and All I Got Was This Stupid Gingervitis to Show for It.”

What has been your most bizarre life experience?

Dennis: Bizarre? Is that French for “Busy Air”? Just curious. 😊

Jonny: I bet it is! I don’t have much of a filter, so I’m constantly having bizarre conversations that I’m sure some people will count as their weirdest life experience. You’re welcome!

What do you think would be a fitting epitaph on your gravestone

Dennis: “A really down-to-earth man.”

Jonny: Oh my gosh, you’re killing me with these! Mine would be something snarky like “I Told You I was Sick”

What would you choose as your mascot/avatar/spirit animal?

Dennis: How about a 5’ 10” blonde human female, about 32 years old? 😊

Jonny: I have a feeling this is related to one of your books, but I don’t think I’ve read that one. The anticipation is killing me! I’d love a panther as a spirit animal since I’m basically a crazy cat dad.

If you could tell your younger self anything, what would it be?

Dennis: “Don’t change a thing.”

Jonny: Great advice for your younger self! All the struggles we go through in life shape who we’ve become. Changing anything could create a butterfly effect. I love that movie by the way!

Dennis and His Works

Tell us about your most recent book.

Dennis: My most recently published book is Volume Four of The Earthfleet Saga. In it, I return to two starship captains from previous Earthfleet stories, and weave them into a time-travel story that really isn’t a classic time-travel story. It’s basically a 4-part novel, about 65,000 words total. It was fun to bring these two female ship commanders back again, because they’re so different from each other and have totally different methods of command. The story title is “Edge of the Universe”.

I’m also in the process of reformatting my Earthfleet Saga books, from four volumes down to three. This will save me publication costs and allow me to offer the same stories to readers for a bit of a reduction in price if they want the whole set. I’m also going to offer The Earthfleet Saga books in hardback as well as soft cover.

Jonny: Oh wow, this sounds right up my alley. I’ve always loved anything to do with time travel, and I’ve been meaning to read some books on the topic but never get around to it.

That sounds like a good business decision on your changes with the Earthfleet Saga. I’ve actually never released a hardcover copy of any of my books, so congrats on that accomplishment!

How did you come up with the title for this book?

Dennis: It’s the series title, but each story, two or three per volume, has an individual title. I set all the stories in the Earthfleet timeline, about 600 years in the future. FTL travel has only been around for about 100 years, so the stories are about the ships and crews out there on the edge. Most of the stories are shipboard stories, and examine various and different levels of command, from junior officers with their first ship to seasoned captains in dire situations.

Jonny: Oh nice. I was raised by Trekkies and Whovians, so if it’s anything like that I’m sure I’ll love it.

What inspired you to write this book in particular? Is it part of a series?

Dennis: Yes, it’s part of The Earthfleet Saga. These books are good ol’ SF adventure, the sort of books I read growing up. I still prefer SF adventure to just about any other genre to read.

Jonny: Gotta love a good scifi adventure. I love how unpredictable they can be. You never know what’s about to be discovered.

What was your favorite part about writing this book?

Dennis: Bringing together the two ship commanders from previous stories in the series. Captain Julia Trachenberg is a by-the-book tactician, hardnosed and brilliant, in command of the Fleet’s newest covert-ops ship, EAS Eudoxus. Lt. Commander Jenni Murphy is a bit of a rogue, and in command of EAS Pheidippides, a “super-scout” with a crew of only 14.

Jonny: Oh I bet that’s a really nice juxtaposition. I live for writing the drama that happens between very different individuals. I bet it’s epic!

Do you have a favorite character in your new book? Why are they your favorite?

Dennis: Probably Lt. Commander Jenni Murphy. She’s a bit of a misfit, a rogue, but a fine commander in charge of a tiny ship with a crew of misfit geniuses.

Jonny: That sounds like quite an intriguing motley crew! I like rogue characters because of how scrappy they tend to be and their neutral point of view. They are tricky to figure out!

What did you find was the hardest part about writing this book?

Dennis: Nothing. It almost wrote itself. Writing itself isn’t hard; it’s getting all the pieces to fit in the right order, so everything makes sense, and you don’t leave any major plot holes.

Jonny: Don’t you just love when that happens? So glad this went really smoothly for you.

What kind of research went into writing your book?

Dennis: 70 years of reading SF Adventure books. 😊

Jonny: Having read so many great adventure books I’m sure you’re able to bring something new and exciting to your stories that set’s you apart.

What criteria did you use when selecting the cover for your book?

Dennis: For the Earthfleet Saga books, I wanted classic “spaceship art”, simple, straightforward, nothing fancy. A ship on a starfield that any SF fan can relate to.

Jonny: Oh, for sure! I quite enjoy a classic spaceship cover. It really gives a fair idea of what the book is about, which is super important. I judge a book by its cover all the time.

Was there a message in your book that you were trying to convey?

Dennis: Never give up, never give in. Find a way to survive, and everything else will take care of itself.

Jonny: I really like that sentiment. You’ve gotta keep on trucking even when you feel defeated. Great message.

Is there anything you would change about your book?

Dennis: Strange question, actually. I don’t think I’ve ever talked to a writer who would change anything important about any book they’ve written. Maybe a few minor details, or some phraseology, but nothing major at all. Every time I read some of my writing that I’ve not looked over for a while I run across little things, but all writers do. We’re always critical of our own words at times.

Jonny: I totally agree. I’m my own worst critic, but I’ve never wanted to drastically change any work of mine. If a project I’m working on doesn’t make me proud of myself I wouldn’t publish it.

What other projects do you have in store for the world to see in the future? Anything you can share with us?

Dennis: I’m currently working on a followup trilogy to The Mercenary Trilogy. Same main protagonist, some new characters, new challenges, new situations. I’ve had many of my Mercenary readers tell me they want more stories about Talice Wyloh and her exploits, so here I am.
I also have more stories down the line for The Earthfleet Saga, and a few ideas on the back burner.

Jonny: Nice! Sounds like you have quite the project list going. I’m the same way. At any given time I probably have a decade’s worth of writing to do. It’s just how it works. Best of luck with these new projects!

Alright Dennis, it looks like our time here is almost up. Before you go, do you have a blog or website readers can visit for updates, events, and special offers?

Dennis: Sure.
https://www.authordennisyoung.com/
You can also just search “Author Dennis Young” online.
My Facebook author page is:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063675545035

Jonny: Thanks for that information, and thank you again for all you do and for being a great mentor to me as well. I’m so glad to call you my friend, and I can’t wait to see what you come up with next. You’ve got a bright future ahead of you!

That’s a Wrap!

Alrighty bookworms, that wraps up my interview with Dennis Young. I had a great time chatting it up with him, and I hope you enjoyed the experience too!

If you’d like to learn more about Dennis and his work, he can be reached at the social media links provided at the beginning of this post.

Thank you for stopping by, and have a great day!

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