Writing
Stories that explore
what might be.

Science fiction is the newest branch of my creative work — stories shaped by curiosity, discovery, first contact, and what might exist beyond the world we know.

THE CAELUM SERIES

Cover of the book titled 'The Caelum Directive' by Drake J. Dyck, featuring an astronaut in a space suit sitting in a spaceship with Earth visible through a window.

The Caelum Directive

A solitary deep-space mission takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious signal draws Caelum toward a discovery with implications far beyond his original directive.

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Stories & Essays

Not every story is fiction. From photography and travel to conversations and creative projects, these are stories from the road, behind the camera, and along the way.

Stories
Welcome to the Caelum Journal
Welcome to the Caelum Journal

An introduction to The Caelum Journal — a look behind the stories at the worldbuilding, research, science and creative process shaping The Caelum Series.

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Beyond the Landscape with Viktoria Haack
Beyond the Landscape with Viktoria Haack

Nikon Ambassador Viktoria Haack talks about her photography journey, finding it hard to describe what genre she fits, judging photo contests, photography ethics, love of nature and much more!

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Photography Beyond the Concert Pit : Steve Brazill
Photography Beyond the Concert Pit : Steve Brazill

Lots to learn from live music photographer, Steve Brazill in this episode!

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The Caelum Journal

Notes from the writing desk — worldbuilding, research, the creative process, and the continuing development of The Caelum Series.

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Stories
Welcome to the Caelum Journal
Welcome to the Caelum Journal

An introduction to The Caelum Journal — a look behind the stories at the worldbuilding, research, science and creative process shaping The Caelum Series.

Read more →