For those expecting to read my regular PROGRESS REPORT today, know that my writing is going well, but for now it's time to pause and remember a friend...
I have been informed that we've lost Derrick Ferguson April 4, 2021.
For those who have never met the man or read any of his works, I feel sorry for you.
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| Derrick and me, circa 2011 |
Derrick wasn't really a complicated person.
What you saw was what you got.
Open, honest, friendly.
Always willing to talk, and not just about whatever was on his knowledgeable mind. Your thoughts and opinions on any subject were just as important.
It didn't matter who you were, for the man never saw anything except the person in front of him.
That in and of itself is a rare quality that we certainly need more of in today's world.
And he certainly could write!
His Dillion series alone is a prime example of the man's talents, but that's far from the only work he was capable of, as you can see by reviewing his Amazon listings.
Yet, in his own way, Derrick was also humble.
One consistent story related about him is the fact that Derrick never expressed or had any real interests in how well his books were selling.
What mattered to him was how well readers liked them. What they thought of his past efforts and potential interests in what was next, whether it would be another novel, short story or blog post.
That attitude certainly helped me out early in my career because, and I hate to admit this, but I was looking at the concept of success the wrong way myself back then.
Anyway, after that Pulp Ark, we exchanged posts and comments throughout the years since then until hearing the news that prompted writing this blog entry today.
Derrick Ferguson was certainly one of a kind both in person and on the printed page.
His presence in any medium will be sorely missed.
Lee Houston, Junior
11 April, 2021
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