Mennenga, Michael
Website: http://www.dragonpage.com/
Michael R. Mennenga (men-en-gay) began writing in the late 1980’s. He spent several years submitting manuscripts, talking with publishers / agents, and learning the ins and outs of the ever changing publishing industry. Even though he remained unpublished, he had become a proficient writer and by the end of 1995 he had written 2 young adult books, 1 novel, and had 9 other works in various stages of production. In 1996 he turned his attentions to writing on the Internet. In 1998 he joined a developing writing community and was soon asked to become part of the staff. Working with members, creating interesting assignments, and developing writing lessons he became a valuable part of the community. After only one year as a staff member he was asked to become its executive editor – overseeing all operations of the growing community. During this time the site received recognition from Writers Digest and Forbes Publishing before the release of his first book – Zac and the Valley of the Dragons – (published on Xlibris Press) forced his resignation as editor in late 1999. His next book – Mistress of the Dragon – (Published AmErica House) was released in 2001. His next book, The Valley of the Dragons: Dragon’s Fire and Wizard’s Flame – (Published on Bedside Books) was released in 2002, and then re-published as Dragon’s Fire, Wizard’s Flame – (Published by Dragon Moon Press) in 2003.
Michael and his wife Lorrie are currently residents of Phoenix Arizona. He has been a member of The Arizona Authors Association and Toastmasters Int. He is working full-time as an author and as host of his own nationally syndicated Radio Talk Show called “The Dragon Page” (www.dragonpage.com). Along with his co-host Evo Terra, they broadcast worldwide on Internet radio stations, and in syndication on many AM & FM stations throughout the US and Canada. The show features interviews with the biggest and best Sci-fi / Fantasy authors, publishers, and artists in the industry such as Arthur C. Clarke, Ray Bradbury, Terry Brooks, Robert Jordan, Stan Lee, Robert J. Sawyer, and many others. They also discuss many other related Sci-fi topics, news, and events.
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On his journey, Zac will make unforgettable friends: Abraham, a clever moose with nerves of steel and a heart of gold; Jo, a high-energy squirrel whose curiosity slightly outweighs her courage; Neft, a cantankerous old elf whose bark is worse than his bite; and Tyralus, a wise and powerful sage whom Zac has been looking for all his life. With the help of these friends, Zac will come to realize that his "firelessness" is actually a precious gift that makes him one of the most powerful dragons on Earth. A big downside to this gift, however, is that any wizard can tap into Zac’s power to achieve his own good or evil ends.
Zac and his friends will do battle with Erret—a conniving monkey who had once been human with great magical powers. Thanks to Neft, Erret had been cast out of his home, the evil Valley of Enchantment, and stripped of his powers. Now, the evil monkey will stop at nothing to regain those powers and avenge himself against his foes as he strives to take over the world.
Young people of all ages will be able to relate to Zac’s insecurities and his journey of self-discovery in a strange and often threatening environment. The interplay of his friends’ very different personalities provides great entertainment, and the struggle between good and evil is suspenseful and engrossing. In short, anyone with a weakness for magical, mystical adventure could not fail to embrace Zac as one of their beloved heroes!
