Preston Dennett began investigating UFOs in 1986 when he discovered that his family, friends, and coworkers were having dramatic encounters. He is a field investigator for the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) and a member of the Center for UFO Studies (CUFOS). He has written 10 books and more than 100 articles, and he has appeared on numerous television and radio programs. His research has been featured in leading magazines and newspapers such as the Los Angeles Times, the LA Daily News, and The Dallas Morning News. He has taught classes about UFOs and lectures across the United States. Dennett currently lives in Canoga Park, California.