Have you not seen a gross-out contest before? For the police now stuck in this nightmare, there may be no way out. Click here to buy from Amazon Pingback: Pixel Scroll 4/24/19 The Scroll Of The File King From Pixel Gynt | File 770, 2023 Recommended SF/F Page & Links to Prior Years, Best Series, Editor, and Artist Hugos: Eligible Works from 2021, Emails From Lake Woe-Is-Me: Links To Every Installment, Kyras Best Science Fiction and Fantasy Brackets, The Compleat Litter of Puppy Roundup Titles, Open Letter To The Bizarro Fiction Community, Pixel Scroll 4/24/19 The Scroll Of The File King From Pixel Gynt | File 770. OKeefe announced many changes are in store, some already Allins stage antics. And for the first time in almost a decade, we are opening our . Effective immediately, Jeff Burk has stepped down as Head Editor of Deadite Press and is no longer employed by Eraserhead Press. And he writes with originality, panache and style. From Andre Duza, celebrated author ofDead Bitch ArmyandWZMB, comes a groundbreaking horror novel told as a transcript of a rockumentary about the first band to go on tour after the zombie apocalypse. LITTLE PEOPLE, BIG GUNS is insane action horror sure to please fans of Troma, John Waters, and Frank Henenlotter. So I didnt.. I didnt hold authors accountable for what they said on social media. Expect to see more book announcements as the year goes on. Brown baby doll or bloody, aborted baby doll, that performance as described was simply shitting all over the idea of consent. There can be something inherently silly about extreme violence thats played for effect, and the gore in Dead Inside is intended to reflect that. Monica J. Having met him, I dont think that is a fair characterization From what I know of him I think this young man has a good heart, and I hope he learns from this and is given that time. And in another juicy bit of irony, these same people decrying censorship are calling for the author to be banned from future conventions and are even trying to get his book pulled. He sees the writing on the wall, and transcribes it for the world in a language as breathtaking as it is blasphemous. When I think of authors who can do all that with inimitable style, a single name is left: Gina Ranalli. Gabino Iglesias, author ofZero SaintsandCoyote Songs. Yearwood, a 17-year-old junior at Cromwell High School, is one of two transgender high school sprinters in Connecticut, transitioning to female. Reading about GG Allin has inspired at least one song I really like: Pingback: Changes in Store for BizarroCon | File 770, Finally Dan Hartnett, the projectionist for the performance, came out. On a personal note, I need to deeply apologize for things that have gone on in our community. I want to thank everyone for sharing their thoughts and experiences both publicly and privately. San Diego is known for being one of the most beautiful cities in America. It doesn't matter if you're into Stephen King, Octavia Butler, Jack Ketchum or Shirley Jackson, this is the place to share that love and discuss to your heart's content. Your strength inspires me to be a better advocate for women. fantasy/crime, and by Eraserhead Press publisher Rose Click here to buy from Barnes and Noble. And for those who dont know me, Ive been around for decades and have either organized or participated in (or both) gross-out contests at several major conventions, some of which ive chaired or co-chaired. There are still a few surprises we have in store for you. MONSTERS and ANIMALS are two novella-length prequels to the cult favorite hardcore horror masterpiece SURVIVOR. A series of wildfires are popping up and threatening tosurround the city. Survivor is a horror novel by J.F. Man hates women. Thats what reels people in and keeps them coming back. We have given a home to some of the top writers in the genre including Brian Keene, Edward Lee, Bryan Smith, J.F. After 2 minutes, if the story entertains the audience enough they are allowed to continue. His prose hits like a fist of razor blades. controversial arc in the history of The Walking Dead comic book series. The Resurrectionist by Wrath James White the kind of novel that can unsettle even the most hardened gore fanatic. The doll was a full-grown baby shape, not a cluster of cells. How did you go from Indie author to celebrated author? (Anti-fascism, Anti-racism, Extreme Horror tales of Justice, Anarchy, Revolution, and Revenge)Edited by Andre Duza and Wrath James White. With the current Eraserhead Press editors (Deadite is an imprint of Eraserhead), there really isn't anyone that a big fan of extreme horror so there's not much interest in pursuing it. This should have never happened. First, to the people who witnessed or heard about The Ultimate Bizarro Showdown performance at BizarroCon 11 and were hurt by it, and in particular to those of you who experienced PTSD responses, Im so sorry. When they didnt, I again mistook this for Well, they are into it, Brian, and youre just an old mainstream guy who doesnt get it. I hope that the dialogue and conversation will take precedence over the finger-pointing and blame game. The new movie follows Beth (Lily Sullivan) as she visits her sister, single mother Ellie (Alyssa Sutherland), and her children in Los Angeles, where the book of the dead has found its way into. He really thrust me into the indie lit scene and did a lot to hype me up, and it's safe to say I wouldn't be where I am without him. To that end, Im announcing the following changes, in response to your concerns: Jeff Burk, no longer editor of Eraserheads Deadite Press imprint, told Facebook readers that he parted ways with them due to artistic and creative differences. According to Chandler Morrison, one of those differences was the cancellation of Deadites plans to publish his book. We will be accepting manuscripts from April 1st, 2019 to July 31st, 2019. March 8, 2018 | Categories: Uncategorized | Leave a comment. J. F. Gonzalez In the end, I married the two together by weaving in this metafictional narrative about an embellished version of myself as he struggles to write the Western. Our goal for this year $20,000 is 24 hours. Topics include The Evil Dead as punk rock cinema, the Deadites' (demon-possessed undead) place in the American zombie tradition, the powers and limitations of Deadites, evil as affect, and the films' satire of neoliberal individualism. It was tempting for me to jump in and say, Wait, no, you didnt get the allegory, what I meant was Whenever I started to type, though, I would think to myself, No, dammit. The creation of new positions on the BizarroCon Planning Committee, and clarification for the roles and responsibilities of each position including the Book Nook Coordinator, Guest Liaison, Fundraising Director, Workshop Coordinator, Program Booklet Editor, Clean-up Crew, and other volunteer positions. Discovering Wesleys work has been a joy, and you should seek out his books too. In true Deadite Press style this anthology will be brutal and uncompromising. May 25, 2019 | Categories: Uncategorized | Leave a comment, This is a serial cannibalistic killers wet dream come true. ROSE OKEEFE Head publisher of the HWA Specialty Press Award winner, ERASERHEAD PRESS, who has released over 400 titles in bizarro, extreme horror, and alt lit genres. I could relate to what he was saying because you do hit an age when you start to wonder if you are just an old fart and if thats what the kids are into, hey, we had our time, let them have theirs. Passing judgment over the night will be: Click here to read on your Kindle (coming soon), Posted by Jeff Burk | A press conference scheduled to be held in Seoul with producer Jang Ho Ki, the production team, and winner Woo Jin Yong was canceled due to the finale allegation and contestant controversy. It could be a group of 3-4 people whose responsibilities include fielding any complaints pertaining to our anti-harassment policy and creating very clear and specific protocol for handling and addressing these complaints. The result was a killing spree that left a string of dismembered and cannibalized bodies from San Francisco to Seattle. Posted by Jeff Burk | When I think of authors capable of crafting truly creepy narratives, the list is great. Theres nothing revelatory or illuminating about it. Thank you for your support and for calling out bad behavior. I had something very specific I was trying to do with that book, and I think that sometimes gets lost in the din of its reputation. with Zombies, Deadite Press. How did that novel come into fruition and what were your inspirations for that story? Swarm of Flying Eyeballs a school bus of children on a field trip must survive an unimaginable nightmare, a swarm of vicious flying eyeballs! Also, shutting down concerned voices as a first response has been the worst possible move this week. Click here to buy from Amazon From Grandmaster of Horror, Brian Keene, comes a pandemic tale of survival and terror. Also, style trumps substance 100% of the time. BRIAN KEENE Winner of the World Horror Convention Grand Master Award and author of over fifty books, comics, and movies. I noticed the other day I hadn't seen anything on social media in a long time and checked and it's been well over a year. He blasts another Deadite with his boomstick, runs another over with the car, and kills 6 more with the propeller blades. Author Scott Emerson's blatherings about fiction, film, and whatever pops into his brain. This post is a follow-up to my facebook post of 1/24/19 addressing your recent feedback regarding BizarroCon 11 and elsewhere. I will not explain myself. The last book they released and their last twitter post was in 2020. Deadites "consume" the souls of their victims after which they take over their bodies. Edward Lee Oh, and no, its not censorship to decide you dont want to be a party to something. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Im so sorry to you all. This edition also includes two more bonus stories, Shooting Schedule and Mabels Recipes, that further explore the world of SURVIVOR and an introduction from Brian Keene. Here's a link to my official statement regarding my satirical #Pizzagate performance that resulted in Dead Inside getting pulled and @Jeff_Burk being relieved of his position as head editor of @DeaditePress.https://t.co/2V8qCHxYt4. And I apologize to anyone who felt their voice was shut down. Across America, small communities of survivors are rebuilding and trying to recreate the world that was lost. As a publisher, I provide a platform to the voices I think deserve to be heard. I like that ones cover. Carlton Mellick III Illness is rampant and people are starting to notice. His actions were focused on the issues of anti-war, feminism, LGBT rights, worker's rights, and drug law reform. I acknowledge that I have made mistakes and that there are problems in our community. Wesley Southards writing thrums with uninhibited energy thats both infectious and entertaining. You have five minutes to read the story you WILL be cut-off at five minutes! So I missed the earlier entry (linked above). I need to publish a book soon and they are my main go-to at the moment so it would be pretty sad if they are defunct. Humans have ravaged the planet for too long, now Mother Nature is going to get her revenge. And this sounds like a story that he would investigate (i.e. They went from selling out stadiums to scavenging for food, shelter, and supplies. She outlined a series of actions shell be taking. Independent Publisher of Bizarro Fiction Contents 1 Physical Descriptions and Attributes 2 Appearances 3 Inspiration 4 Trivia 5 Gallery Physical Descriptions and Attributes The Showdown event is intended to be a fun, interactive, entertaining time and I deeply regret that didnt happen this year. Their motto, No gig is too small, used to mean they would perform anywhere. Click here to buy from Barnes and Noble and The Faithful, In this town, anything is possible, except making it out in one piece, Wesley Southards writing thrums with uninhibited energy thats both infectious and entertaining. These ranged from amusing monologues to such depravity that I dare not soil this page. August 8, 2018 | Categories: Uncategorized | Leave a comment. Who will be joining us live and in-studio for the telethon? Click here to buy from Bookshop It revealed to me the conflict of interest in being a book publisher and also being in charge of determining appropriate action related to harassment. Things are done a little differently out here: the trees have perverse urges, the spiders have human fingers, and every time they step outside the town transforms into a new hellish nightmare. We still have work to do but I want to thank you for everything you have done to help us continue to improve. Click here to buy from Barnes and Noble (coming October 15th) Deadite Press is proud to present the most infamous event in all of horror literature the Gross Out Contest at Killer Con in Austin, TX! I a bit split on this. Relaxed by the ocean, we eat pancakes, talk and then when weve reached the peak of our comfort well both take out a book to read while we take advantage of the bottomless coffees. It wasnt because of the prosthetic penis, or because of the baby doll (the view from the judges table was that the doll looked dead and bloody which mirrored the dead fetus of the story in question. Deadite Press is an imprint of Eraserhead Press. BizarroCon Director and Eraserhead Press publisher Rose OKeefe today posted an Open Letter To The Bizarro Fiction Community, a thorough and detailed apology for the Ultimate Bizarro Showdown at BizarroCon 11, and for failing to take appropriate steps when informed about the online conduct of some authors she publishes. Chandler Morrison is the author of Human-Shaped Fiends, Along the Path of Torment, Until the Sun, Dead Inside, Hate to Feel, and Just to See Hell. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. A sickness that will turn him into a serial killer. Garrett Cook,A God of Hungry WallsandCrisis Boy, When I think about my favorite horror writers, many names come to mind. I strongly value the existence of ritualistic theater, avant-garde art, horror and gore and darkness, but I feel that in 2019, the edges arent what they once were, and that we are facing the deepest global and existential crisis a sentient species on this planet has ever had to face. I appreciate you calling me out over this. While Brown is not addressed by name in todays statement, part of OKeefes apology is addressed to Tiffany Scandal, whose extensive comments about BizarroCons latest issues included this said about Gary (Brown): But this performance [Morrisons] is just one of many events that brought people to this point. Click here! Meanwhile, Chandler Morrison wrote a blog entry today trying to ameliorate public reaction to his BizarroCon Showdown performance by explaining its symbolic meaning. He is voiced by Ted Raimi, brother of Sam Raimi. It was originally written as an origin story to present Tommy Jarvis as the new hockey-masked maniac, but the film created such a controversy among fans that the storyline was ultimately scrapped. (paperback and ebook)AmazonBarnes & NoblePowellsIndieBound, Posted by eraserheadpress | That responsibility will now reside with the Safety and Inclusion Committee. Shane McKenzie Winners will receive fabulous prizes and bragging rights for a year. Click here to read on your Kindle. Hes done a ton of good work over the last few years covering various issues involving the horror end of the genre. First and foremost, Jeff Burkthe former editor of Deadite Presstook a chance on me when I was a no-name, self-published author nobody had heard of. Meanwhile, Morrison is not without his defenders. If you could go on a drinking binge with any five writers alive or dead, who would you choose to party with? Due to COVID-19 we are not accepting or considering any new work at this time. I hope that in the middle of this we can all remember what we are fighting for. On a personal note, I need to deeply apologize for things that have gone on in our community. Man gets a lot more than he expected, Click here to buy from Amazon Gabino Iglesias, author of Zero Saints and Coyote Songs. Posted by eraserheadpress | And in case that sounded inconsistent with what people are used to from her, Robin explained: How can I, who regularly has explored surrealist and dadaist and cathartically ritualistic performances over the course of my life, who has almost ALWAYS played devils advocate for free speech, how could I suddenly make a declaration that shocking for shocks sake is low, is crass, is a form of sadism? Effective immediately, Jeff Burk has stepped down as Head Editor of Deadite Press and is no longer employed by Eraserhead Press. RING OF FIRE by David Agranoff OutNow! Lester, Dark Scribe Magazine, Lakehouse Infernal is the coolest, ball-bustingest, most outrageous, and most ENTERTAINING horror novel youre likely to find in a long time. When animal control refuses to act and another little person is maimed, the local Little Persons Association springs into action to deal with the threat. Mix with a dash of strange psychic powers. 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