Dean Baxter

Dean Baxter is the author of Black Power: The Book of Akhet, a genre-blending sci-fi novel praised as “a really unique novel… with authentic dialogue and an immersive narrative style” (Readers' Favorite). His work has also been called “original, exceptional, compelling… not just another sci-fi tale of superhuman feats” (Midwest Book Review).

A U.S. Navy veteran and lifelong fan of comic book legends like Black Panther and X-Men, Dean channels his love of myth, memory, and power into stories that challenge systems and elevate identity. He is the founder of Anansi Storytelling, a creative brand dedicated to truth-telling through speculative fiction.

Dean lives in California with his wife, three sons, and two dogs—Winchester and Rocky, and invites every reader to enjoy the ride.