Around the World in 80 Books discussion

𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐤 𝐉𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐌𝐢𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐫𝐬: 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝟏, my first novel, is the result of over twenty years of storytelling. Initially a thousand-page manuscript, it was refined into a trilogy for young adults—the future architects of humanity. I am currently writing 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝟐 and 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝟑.

Inspired by music envisioning a hopeful future, Barbra Streisand’s "Somewhere" and The 5th Dimension’s "Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In" shaped my novel’s themes of unity and transformation.

As a rare book collector, I am passionate about preserving literary history. I also explore the evolution of philosophy, technology, and storytelling. A longtime MUFON member, I am curious about unexplained aerial phenomena.

If you enjoy stories that blend science fiction, mystery, and the wonder of first contact, I invite you to enter Derek Jones's world. This journey is not just about adventure across the stars but about discovering who we are and what lies beyond the boundaries of our known universe.

This book has been a labor of love, and I’d be honored if you joined me on this journey. If the story speaks to you, I’d love to hear your thoughts!

You can find 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐤 𝐉𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐌𝐢𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐫𝐬: 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝟏 here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F1DTT93Q

Thank you for supporting independent authors and sharing the joy of storytelling! Your reviews and recommendations mean the world to independent authors like me, and I truly appreciate your support! ✨

📖 More about me:
➡️ https://eugeneingramjr.com/about/