Dead Star Press is an independent publisher of speculative fiction, sci-fi, social commentary, and anything weird enough to abduct the mind.
Available Now, Walnut Ridge by Dan Scamell!
We are thrilled to announce the release of Walnut Ridge by Dan Scamell.
Aliens in garish angelic form chose humankind as one of the races worthy of sharing an otherworldly paradise with them. Most people have already been “decanted.” Leo Salmon has not, but he watched as billions around him were transformed into blue gelatinous fluid in preparation for the long trip to Caldo. Leo and the remaining few un-decanted who have been unable to truly receive the “Angel’s Promise,” a requirement to initiate the transformation, are housed in Walnut Ridge, a pre-decantation facility, awaiting their fates.
DEAD STAR PRESS IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE WE ARE NOW AN OFFICIAL SPONSOR OF ARIZONA DERBY DAMES
We’ll be vending at every event, starting in January.
Don’t miss a single bout.
Upcoming Events
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January2026
AZ Derby Dames Roller DerbyWe are excited to announce that we are now a proud new sponsor of Arizona Derby Dames Roller Derby. We’ll be vending at all of their events, starting with this one! Double header bouts–Minor Assaults then Brutal Beauties V. Runaway Brides. Go all the way to the back of the left side of the building to find suite 118.
4:30 pm – 9:30ish 2517 W McDowell Rd STE 118, Phoenix, AZ 85009
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January2026
AZ Soup FestivalWeird Books go perfectly with great soup and beer, we’re in! In fact, this is an event created by our friends at Exceptional Vibe Events, and we’re in for whatever they do.
10 am – 5 pmPhoenix Convention Center 100 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
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February2026
AZ Derby Dames Roller DerbyBack at the Derby, vending for another double-header. Coffin Draggers V. Runaway Brides and Bombshells V. Doomsday Valkyries. Go all the way to the back of the left side of the building.
4:30 pm – 9:30ish 2517 W McDowell Rd STE 118, Phoenix, AZ 85009
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February2026
2026 Willo Home Tour & Street FairCheck out the historic Willo neighborhood and enjoy some live music, awesome vendors, and amazing food trucks. This was such a great event last year. We we were thrilled to be invited back.
Coronado Home Tour and MarketCome check out one of the coolest historical neighborhoods in Phoenix. There will be live music, great food trucks, and tons of local small business vendors, including yours truly. It’s free to party in the park, but if you want to do the tour, click here to find tickets.
10 am – 4 pmCoronado Park 1717 N 12th St. Phoenix, AZ 85006
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March2026
AZ Derby Dames Roller DerbyBack at the Derby with all things Dead Star Press for another double-header. Bombshells V. Brutal Beauties and Coffin Draggers V. Doomsday Valkyries. Go all the way to the back of the left side of the building.
4:30 pm – 9:30ish 2517 W McDowell Rd STE 118, Phoenix, AZ 85009
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March2026
Melrose Vintage Market Campbell Place PlazaSUNDAY, SUNDAY, SUNDAY! We always love doing the Melrose Vintage Markets! Come check out great food and great vendors. We’ll bring the books.
10 am – 3 pm700 W. Campbell Ave Phoenix, AZ 85013
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April2026
AZ Derby Dames Roller Derby Chingadera TournamentWe’re all in for another 3-day Derby Tournament. 3 days of Roller Derby and great deals on great books, what else could you possibly want to be doing?
4:30 pm – 9:30ish 2517 W McDowell Rd STE 118, Phoenix, AZ 85009
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April2026
Melrose Vintage Market Campbell Place PlazaOn a Sunday afternoo-oon, we always love doing the Melrose Vintage Markets! Come check out great food and great vendors. We’ll bring the books.
10 am – 3 pm700 W. Campbell Ave Phoenix, AZ 85013
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April2026
AZ Derby Dames Roller Derby PLAYOFFS!It’s the Roller Derby Playoffs! I’m sure this one will be even more intense than normal…if you can even imagine that! We’ll be bringing our intensely weird books too.
4:30 pm – 9:30ish 2517 W McDowell Rd STE 118, Phoenix, AZ 85009
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May2026
AZ Derby Dames Roller Derby CHAMPIONSHIP!The season finale! Roller Derby Championships. We’re nervous, and we aren’t even putting on skates, but we’ll be there to sell some weird and banned books and to see who will take the title.
4:30 pm – 9:30ish 2517 W McDowell Rd STE 118, Phoenix, AZ 85009
We’ve been dreaming about building a bookmobile so we can bring weird, banned, and independent books to more places, more people, and more events without breaking our backs every time we set up.
If you believe in the power of diverse literature and want to help us reach our goal, we’d love for you to consider making a donation. Every little bit helps us get closer to turning this dream into a reality. We appreciate your support!
