What if you were fifteen years old and already the CEO of a multimillion-dollar company, a Hollywood star with points in a box-office hit, and on the guest list for dinner at the White House—all while still trying to figure out high school?
Welcome to The Richard Jackson Saga—a bold, fast-paced, and heartwarming book series that follows the extraordinary life of Richard “Rick” Jackson. Part business prodigy, part action star, and entirely relatable as a teen caught between childhood and adulthood, Rick’s story is one of ambition, loyalty, friendship, and the search for meaning in a life moving at lightning speed.
A Teen CEO With a Lot on His Plate
In book 6 of the series, Rick sits down with top executives to review expansion plans for one of his many businesses, Jackson Home Products. Though technically underage, he’s the force behind it all—reviewing eight-figure financing plans, signing off on new market strategies, and brainstorming product designs that could change the industry. And while he may not know every financial detail by heart, Rick has the instincts of a natural leader and surrounds himself with people he trusts—people like Roberta Grimes, his sharp financial advisor, and his dad, who supports but never shields him from the realities of power.
You’ll also meet characters like Mark Downing, a partner who brings both solid business ideas and a possible romantic subplot involving Sharon Bronson—one of Rick’s film co-stars and an emerging face in the fashion world. These moments add a subtle but delightful layer of social drama to the business meetings, reminding readers that Rick is still a teenager trying to navigate more than just corporate expansion.
Hollywood Stardom Meets Real-World Questions
But Rick’s not just a businessman. He’s a working actor whose last film, The Bandits of Sherwood, is making waves at the box office. With another movie in the works—a California beach and surfing film—Rick is once again thrown into the world of directors, producers, and castmates, including his co-star Sharon and the affable Fred Madison, a surfer and likely sidekick for the film.
Their new adventure will take them to Hawaii for filming, but first, Rick has to learn how to surf. Between early-morning lessons and on-set antics (including a hilarious scuffle that ends with someone in a water trough), Rick’s life behind the camera is filled with moments that are just as entertaining as anything on screen.
Despite the fame and chaos, Rick is thoughtful and introspective. He’s trying to plan for a future that could go in countless directions. Acting? Engineering? Aviation? He even considers formal acting lessons to expand beyond the roles he’s played so far. And underneath it all is a question we all ask: what do I really want to do with my life?
Love Letters, Presidential Dinners, and Fan Mail Frenzy
No good coming-of-age story is complete without a touch of romance and some fanfare, and The Richard Jackson Saga delivers both. Rick checks his personal mail and finds letters from two girls in his past—Judy and Cheryl—both of whom hint at rekindled feelings. Judy teases about past flings, while Cheryl, now in D.C., thinks she saw Rick on a ship earlier in the summer (she did!). Rick even wonders if he should start a business in Columbus just to run into Judy again. Teenage crush logic at its finest.
Then there’s the letter from the Boy Scouts of America, awarding Rick for heroism after stopping a would-be assassin targeting Queen Elizabeth. As if that weren’t enough, an invitation follows from the White House itself—Rick and his parents are requested to dine with the President and First Lady. And Rick? He wonders if it might be okay to invite Cheryl and her parents too… mostly so her dad can see “the cowboy” having dinner with the President.
It’s moments like these that make Rick so endearing. He may be a teen mogul and movie star, but at heart, he’s still a regular kid who wants to impress a girl and make his parents proud.
A Hero Who’s Still Figuring It All Out
Rick Jackson is a character you root for—not because he has it all figured out, but because he’s honest about the fact that he doesn’t. He questions whether he’ll ever find a normal relationship. He wonders how to balance fame, responsibility, and a desire for a full life. He dreams about women with “auburn-red hair and gold-flecked, tawny eyes” and wonders what his next chapter should be.
In a world where teen protagonists are often either too perfect or too angsty, Rick hits the sweet spot—smart, loyal, ambitious, funny, and just flawed enough to feel real.
The Richard Jackson Saga is more than a coming-of-age story. It’s a vibrant, dynamic, and immersive look into a life unlike any other—a blend of business drama, Hollywood sparkle, youthful romance, and deep introspection. Whether you’re a fan of teen adventures, strong character development, or just love a great story that moves, this series is a must-read.
So if you’re looking for your next literary obsession, this is it.
