For creativity, story-telling, and realistic detail, I admire Frank Herbert. The original Dune novels stand head and shoulders above any other science fiction series. Herbert’s creative genius and attention to detail made the desert planet of Dune come alive. I have read the original Dune series five times already, with each read exposing aspects of the story I hadn’t seen before.
It’s interesting that some readers of Unholy Domain liken it to Philip K. Dick’s works. An honor, really. I was surprised to read the comparisons, but who could complain about being mentioned in the same breath as one of the old masters? My stories are set in the near future, just as his are, and we both see the darkness approaching, so that might be it, but it wasn’t my intention to adopt his style. I think we have very different styles, and the similarities are overstated. Just my opinion.
What do you hope the future holds for Dan Ronco the writer?
I love peering into the near-future and writing novels that expose developing issues. I’m putting the final touches on Tomorrow’s Children, which will be the final book in the PeaceMaker-Unholy Domain–Tomorrow’s Children series. Reviewers and readers have discovered this unique series and I’m hoping Tomorrow’s Children will continue and expand this growth.
I’m also beginning the research for my next near-future series, which will be focused on a rapidly developing threat to western civilization. After so many years in one series, I’m looking forward to writing the plot lines and characters of this new series.
Any parting words for our readers?
Thank you for taking the time to learn about my work. Read a chapter of one of my novels. These are unique stories, and once you start, they are hard to set aside.
Article comments
1 - Gordon Hauptfleisch
Excellent interview, both Q&A -- very engrossing.
2 - Tom
I am a fan of the fiction genre and a fan of Dan Ronco's thrillers. He knows how to write suspenseful pieces and I look forward to more!