Derek Tyler Attico

Derek Tyler Attico is a bestselling, award-winning speculative fiction author, photographer, essayist, screenwriter, and role-playing game designer with a deep passion for storytelling. His  first screenplay won the Excellence in Playwriting Award from the Dramatists Guild of America; his debut short story, “Alpha and Omega,” secured first place in the Star Trek: Strange New  Worlds Anthology contest; and his first novel, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine – The Autobiography  of Benjamin Sisko, became a bestseller and received a nomination for the prestigious Scribe Award.

Beyond his writing accolades, Derek is a renowned advocate for the arts, and human rights,  offering a thoughtful and inclusive perspective in every story he shares. His body of work  encompasses contributions to the Star Trek Adventures tabletop role-playing game, engaging  short stories, and insightful essays. He also hosts the podcast Soul of the Story, where he  interviews professionals from various creative fields, exploring their unique storytelling  approaches and the craft behind their work. Through his podcast and public engagements,  Derek inspires and informs audiences about the transformative power of stories.

As a dedicated educator, Derek has been a senior instructor teaching the fundamentals of  storytelling for sequential art and mentoring writers through classes like Long Story Short: The  Fundamentals of Crafting a Short Story. With a degree in English and History, his approachable teaching style and deep knowledge of narrative techniques empower aspiring writers to refine  their craft and discover their unique voices. Whether through his writing, teaching, or  podcasting, Derek’s passion for storytelling remains at the heart of everything he does. You can  learn more about Derek and his work at DerekAttico.com or connect with him on social media  platforms using the handle @Dattico.