Author · Husband · Dogfather · Chaos Commander
Brian A. Ask
A quintessential nomad who survived twelve schools in twelve years, attended four universities across the globe, and expertly managed to avoid graduating from a single one of them. After four decades as a “Chaos Commander” in such industries as event production and food service, he traded the corporate grind for the literary world — and never looked back.
The Debut Novel
A young heartthrob, a legendary musician, and one remarkably telepathic terrier stand between a soulless organization and the music that will change the world.
What begins as a mundane ice-fishing excursion on the frozen plains of the Midwest rapidly devolves into a cross-country odyssey of mythical proportions. Epic adventures. Questionable magic. And a dog who just wants a belly rub and a milk bone.
Meet Mrs. Henry
One telepathic terrier, two unlikely companions, an impossible road trip.
“This clever story starts with a delightful terrier who inadvertently takes a sip from the Holy Grail. That kickstarts an epic road trip with the charming canine Mrs. Henry, her human boy Mark, and Bob - a musician the pair seek out in Dinkytown.
Mrs. Henry is clearly the hero here, and her charisma propels the narrative. She’s insightful, determined, and humorous at all the right moments. Ask’s creative narration gives readers a unique viewpoint with engaging prose, providing emotional depth alongside comical hijinks in this riotous story.”
Meet the Cast
Mrs. Henry (Mac)
Our protagonist — a telepathic Jack Russell with a philosopher's mind and a sniper's tongue.
Mark
The compassionate South Dakotan keeping the road trip grounded and the group alive.
Bob (Bobby)
A searching musician with a notebook, a Martin guitar, and an ear for hidden truths.
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