JEFF DIXON Dixon on Disney / Key to the Kingdom

JEFF DIXON – Dixon on Disney / Key to the Kingdom

MEDIA KIT – ICRS 2017

Jeff Dixon is a pastor, author, leader, innovator, transformational architect, and a Disney author. His work consists of a series of Disney novels and books that incorporate Walt Disney history into life lessons that help inspire readers to become the best version of themselves. As a Christian who strongly believes that followers should touch and change the world for Jesus, he is fascinated at the global shaping cultural influence of the Walt Disney brand and legacy.

A native of Orlando, Jeff was able to spend time at Walt Disney’s Magic Kingdom before it opened to the general public and was immediately in awe. Eventually he would become a cast member, and his lifelong study and experiences have mad hima collector of theme park memoribilia. Jeff’s passion as a Transformational Architect has made him an expert in Storytelling Methodology, and he has blended these -ologies to create a unique view of the world of Disney. His desire is to see each and every individual become the best version of themselves and believes that live is not only a precious gift but a compelling adventure waiting to be lived.

The Key to the Kingdom books are mystery thrillers that take place within the Walt Disney World resort. The books open the door for readers to take the adventure of a lifetime as Jeff seamlessly blends facts and fiction together to immerse audiences into world they never could imagine. His unique approach has allowed him to take his degrees in sociology and theology and develop an entirely new discipline of themparkology.

Readers have used his novels as part tour guide, part history, part inspiration, and part thrill ride as each page is loaded with the unexpected and amazing. Key to the Kingdom, Unlocking the Kingdom, Storming the Kingdom, and the latest release Terror in the Kingdom have been published by Deep River Books.

Suggested Interview Questions and Talking Points

Key to the Kingdom specific questions:

What makes your series of novels different that other books written about Walt Disney?
The books have been called “faction” where the reader can’t tell where fiction meets fact, can you give us an example?
Why do you find Walt Disney World to be such a special place and where did the inspiration for the stories come from?
The lead character of the series – Grayson Hawkes (Hawk) seems to have connected with readers in a wide range of ways. Why have they reacted to him as strongly and supportively as they have?
Terror in the Kingdom unfolds as a thrilling tale of the unthinkable happening in the world’s most popular tourist destination. Is it really possible to keep people safe in a place like WDW in the dangerous world we live in?

Disney Specific-Questions

You have long believed that there are some important lessons the church needs to learn from Disney. Some people in church don’t understand that, what exactly are you talking about?
Disney’s 2017 remake of Beauty and the Beast featured what is one of the most open LGBT moments ever in a Disney film. Many Christians were concerned about it, some Christians leaders called for a boycott of the film and the company. How do you view what they are doing and is there an agenda?
What would Walt Disney think about the trends and trajectory of the company he started if he were alive today?

For example – Walt loved making family films… yet today Disney is creating films that offer some alternative looks for the family to see (ex-Beauty and the Beast) – Many of the classic attractions in his theme parks are disappearing and a new set of guest experiences are emerging – Star Wars Land, Toy Story Land, Pandora.

What was Walt Disney’s strength as a leader?
Not all Christians embrace Disney like you do - What do you say to Christians that boycott Walt Disney theme parks, films, and products?

Descriptions of the 4 Dixon on Disney / Key to the Kingdom books:

Key to the Kingdom

Grayson Hawkes learns how imaginative and elaborate Walt Disney World is when he accepts an invitation one sunny day from a trusted friend landing him in a world he never knew existed. Innocently driven by curiosity he finds himself immersed in a heroic adventure. Barely escaping a late night encounter, he finds himself desperately trying to solve a mysterious disappearance while trying to stay ahead of those who are chasing him. Hawkes quickly realizes that unraveling the clues is essential if he is to discover the truth. He navigates through the kingdom where knowledge of seemingly unimportant Disney facts and some divine help are the only way he can discover the lock that can be opened by an ancient key. His world becomes even more complicated when he is captivated by a mysterious woman, causing him to make a series of choices that takes his faith to the brink. Each step is fueled with heart pounding intensity carrying him deeper into a thrill ride of secrecy. Within the walls of Walt Disney World is more mystery than one imagination can contain. Here Disney Trivia is not a game; and the ancient key is the only way out! Jeff Dixon was raised in Florida and has always been fascinated with the man Walt Disney and the theme park he created. Dixon feels that any guest who would take the time to look would discover a story that will never be completed. It is against this canvas that Dixon paints this mystery, adventure, and thriller. The epic drama carries the reader across the state of Florida to discover details that most people have missed. Each discovery and revelation will have the reader wondering if they are reading fact or fiction. In a quickening pace, the characters find themselves on a collision course with an unthinkable outcome! Fans of Walt Disney will love the history and tourists will find a travel guide that takes them on a trip most guests never get to take.

Unlocking the Kingdom

Uncanny knowledge about Walt Disney and the worlds he created has granted Grayson Hawkes the key to the kingdom. His meteoric rise to the top of the most innovative company on the planet has thrust him into the spotlight-and his future holds unlimited possibilities. In this sequel to The Key to the Kingdom (Deep River Books 2010), author Jeff Dixon intertwines mystery and history. This time, Hawkes must protect the kingdom he has been given from those who desire to have it as their own-because, even in Walt Disney World, there are those who want to take what is not theirs. Navigating tourists, an intriguing reporter, and the spotlight of media attention, Hawkes will uncover more secrets, recall more fascinating Disney trivia, and remember that the art of telling a great story is sometimes found in the details. The stakes are high and the risks are real as Hawkes races against the clock to keep the kingdom safe. It's a heart-stopping, breathtaking adventure as he unravels the mystery of the man, the myths, and the worlds of Walt Disney. If you are a Disney fan, then bonus for you! But don't let the Disney fool you-this fictional, pulse-racing adventure will have you flipping pages and trying to unravel the clues, as Grayson Hawkes discovers how Walt Disney created every detail of Disney World for such a time as this. Jeff Dixon has done it again with this thrilling sequel based on what some refer to as the Most Magical Place on Earth. Magical doesn't even begin to explain it…

Storming the Kingdom

Grayson Hawkes considered the cryptic clue:"Your journey so far was just the start, to bring you to this crossroads. You had to be entrusted with the things Walt created before you could be entrusted with the secrets of Walt himself. I know that doesn't make a lot of sense to you… yet. But trust me, it will." Hawk's wildest dream was fulfilled when he was placed in charge of the international entertainment empire Walt Disney created. But living the dream is not only hard work-it's dangerous business, because the heroes and villains surrounding Hawk are very real, and they're playing for keeps. In Storming the Kingdom, the much-anticipated third installment in the Dixon On Disney series (The Key to the Kingdom; Unlocking the Kingdom), author Jeff Dixon once again blends fact, history, and Disney trivia together to draw an action-packed page turner. This time, Hawk must solve a mystery that will drive him into a past he never knew existed, to change a future where the entire world is depending on him. Racing against the forces of evil, the hands of time, and the fury of nature, Hawk must navigate the blurry line between right and wrong, trusting that his beliefs, his wisdom, and his uncanny knowledge of all things Disney will help him protect a shocking secret-something conspiracy theorists have speculated about for years. But how far is Hawk willing to go? Is he willing to die?

Terror in the Kingdom

The terror is real.

Grayson Hawkes is living every Disney fan’s dream. He’s in charge of the beloved international empire, with access to all the fantastical worlds created by Walt Disney himself. But hidden within the dream, secrets and danger lurk. Because in the world of Disney, there are always heroes and villains. And winning or losing is a matter of life and death.

In Terror in the Kingdom, the highly anticipated fourth installment in the Dixon on Disney series (The Key to the Kingdom, Unlocking the Kingdom, Storming the Kingdom), "Hawk" must not only protect the highly coveted secrets of Walt Disney, he must also save those closest to him. The future hangs in the balance. The terror is real.

Hawk is on the brink of uncovering Walt Disney's deepest, most influential secrets. First he must locate the mysterious fourth Imagineer, who holds the final piece of the mystery. But Hawk's deadly opponents seem to stay one step ahead. Could they have infiltrated the ranks of those he trusts?

Author Jeff Dixon once again weaves together fact, history, and trivia to create an action-packed page-turner, best described as faction. Readers are left to figure out where facts end and fiction begins. With his uncanny knowledge of the inner workings of the Most Magical Place on Earth, Dixon offers Disney fans their ultimate wish: the adventure of experiencing Walt Disney World from the inside out.

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For more information or to schedule an interview with Jeff, please contact

Lori Heiselman

714-553-5181