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Electric Shepherd Productions

American science fiction author (1928–1982)

Philip Kindred Dick (December 16, 1928 – March 2, 1982) was an American science fiction short story writer and novelist. He wrote 45 novels and about 121 short stories, most of which appeared in science fiction magazines. His fiction explored varied philosophical and social questions such as the nature of reality, perception, human nature, and identity, and commonly featured characters struggling against alternate realities, illusory environments, monopolistic corporations, drug abuse, authoritarian governments, and altered states of consciousness.2 It was founded in 2007 by Laura Leslie and Isa Dick Hackett.1 Its chief executive is Isa Dick Hackett (since 2007).1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

2007Founded1

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Philip Kindred Dick (December 16, 1928 – March 2, 1982) was an American science fiction short story writer and novelist. He wrote 45 novels and about 121 short stories, most of which appeared in science fiction magazines. His fiction explored varied philosophical and social questions such as the nature of reality, perception, human nature, and identity, and commonly featured characters struggling against alternate realities, illusory environments, monopolistic corporations, drug abuse, authoritarian governments, and altered states of consciousness. He is considered one of the most important figures in 20th-century science fiction.2

The story

Founded by Isa Dick Hackett and Laura Leslie in 2007.1

Leadership

Who has led Electric Shepherd Productions, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.

Chief executive

  1. Isa Dick Hackett2007–now
2010201520202025

Products and brands

The 3.0 update for the grand strategy video game Stellaris is named the "Dick" update, following the game's trend of naming updates after science fiction authors.

The 2016 video game Californium was developed as a tribute to Philip K. Dick and his writings to coincide with an Arte's documentary series.

From Wikipedia’s article on Electric Shepherd Productions, shared under CC BY-SA 4.0.3

Timeline

  1. 2007New chief executive Isa Dick Hackett becomes CEO1
  2. 2007Founded Founded1

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