Felix Dennis was an English publisher, poet, spoken-word performer, and philanthropist. He founded Dennis Publishing, a company that pioneered computer and hobbyist magazine publishing in the United Kingdom. Over time, the company expanded into lifestyle publishing, with The Week becoming one of its flagship brands, published in both the UK and the United States. Beyond his publishing ventures, Dennis was known as a poet and spoken-word performer. He was also recognized for his philanthropic work and contributions to the arts and literature.