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Derek Tyler Attico

@dattico.bsky.social

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Bestselling award-winning author, screenwriter, photographer. Www.SouloftheSTORY.com #podcaster Advocates inclusion. #StarTrek scholar. Born in Harlem, raised in the Bronx. Writing truth into fiction | Opinions are my own.

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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 1d

I had such a fantastic conversation with Jason and Brad over on @diceinmind.bsky.social we really hope you enjoy it!!

@DiceinMind @diceinmind.bsky.social · 1d

One day late and worth the wait:

We sat down with Derek Tyler Attico to talk about writing, RPGs, and more! Join us for a fascinating and fun conversation with a great person!
@dattico.bsky.social
#StarTrek #StarTrekAdventures #TheSisko
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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 4d

The wait is finally over!
The PAPERBACK edition of #theautobiographyofbenjaminsisko is going to be released Tuesday 10/07/2025 put in your pre-orders now!
(Link in comments) #StarTrek @titanbooks.bsky.social #startrekdeepspacenine #paperback #BookLovers #readers

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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 5d

Yaassss! 👍🏾😎💪🏾

Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 5d

You said “every time I saw Avery in sit-downs, et al... dude came across strange.” This didn’t seem wildly positive to me. I’ve watched at least 30 interviews he’s done and only the Shatner interview has unexpected responses — so are you sure it’s every sit-down or just the one?

Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 6d

If you haven’t already you should pick up the Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko. Mr. Avery Brooks put seven years into that character and I made sure the most important parts were reflected in the book!

Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 6d

No worries, that’s what Trek is about — understanding through communication! 🖖🏾🙂👍🏾

Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 6d

Thanks for the civil discussion! 🖖🏾

Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 6d

I also enjoyed that section of the documentary. At conventions and other interviews Mr. Brooks has never been one to “do as expected” and always freely speaks his mind. I personally believe that’s we’re seeing in that interview.

Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 6d

You didn’t, but people do cite this single interview to try to support weird claims about the man. Back on topic — he wasn’t high, and to suggest a professional at his level would be irresponsible enough to do so is ridiculous and leans into a derogatory stereotype.

Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 6d

I’ve seen the interview (the only interview brought up to say Mr. Brooks is weird or worse). It’s certainly not straight forward like most may want — but Avery does answer the questions asked — just in his own way. I’ve watched interviews with Jazz musicians that had a similar communication style.

Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 6d

You didn't, ironically that was @jazzbo763.bsky.social and its great you didn't think that but that doesn't mean the stereotype doesn't exist. As for the third, one of the beautiful things about Trek is it teaches us that perspective can show us the distinction between strange and different.

Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 6d

He was so good in that! Episodes are on Youtube!

Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 6d

Mr Brooks was not high during interviews.

I’ve ever heard anyone suggest that anyone in Trek before was “high” and to say it about a black actor feels at best stereotypical. Watch interviews with Jazz musicians like Miles Davis or Coltrane and you’ll understand this is how they communicate.

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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 6d

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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 6d

🖖🏾🙂🖖🏾

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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 6d

Oct 2, 1948, Avery Brooks was born. An incredible #actor #director #singer #educator, his artistry has always deepened our understanding of ourselves and each other. His iconic role as #BenjaminSisko in #StarTrek #DS9 is a timeless gift to all of us! #HappyBirthday #theautobiographyofbenjaminsisko

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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 14d

TONIGHT 9:30 PM EST 🚀🎙️Book Two, Chapter Nine of @soulofthestory.bsky.social — I sit down with icon artist Russell Walks, whose work spans #StarWars #StarTrek #Marvel, and more.
Discover how he turns imagination into icons.
@syfysistas.bsky.social #SoulOfTheStory #Art #SciFi
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youtu.be/WGJsfiAcYz4

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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 15d

You've seen his beautiful work for #StarWars and #StarTrek now get to know #artist Russell Walks as I sit down with him on the next @soulofthestory.bsky.social tomorrow Wednesday 9/24 at 9:30 PM EST! @titanbooks.bsky.social @syfysistas.bsky.social

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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 27d

Best #StarTrek #mashup EVER!!! #michaeljackson 🖖🏾

Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 28d

🖖🏾🙂👍🏾

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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 28d

Ohhh evil Pah Wraith Jake is scary 🫣

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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · 28d

A #StarTrek fan sent me this today—the dedication from #TheAutobiographyOfBenjaminSisko.
They said it felt like I was speaking directly to them.💜

I explained: it reflects Jake Sisko “writing” the book, and how we all must push back against negative narratives—reclaiming our own stories & identity.🖖🏾

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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · Sep 9

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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · Sep 9

Some of my thoughts below on the 59th birthday of Gene Roddenberry's amazing achievement! #StarTrekDay #almost60🖖🏾

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Derek Tyler Attico @dattico.bsky.social · Sep 5

Reading and grading #shortstories from my @pennwriters.bsky.social students. As writers, we're all in different places along the same path in this craft. I feel blessed to be able to help guide #writers on their #writing journey!
#writingcommunity #write