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October 16, 2012
October 15, 2012
PULP NOW: FIGHT CARD GOES TO PULP ARK 2013!
PULP NOW: FIGHT CARD GOES TO PULP ARK!PULP ARK 2013 GUESTS OF HONOR REVEALED!
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Pulp Ark 2013, the Official New Pulp Creators' Conference/Convention in its third year announced today its Three Guests of Honor for the Third year of the convention to be held in Springdale, AR, on April 26-28th, 2013.
"Pulp," Tommy Hancock, Pulp Ark Organizer and Partner in Pro Se Productions, the company sponsoring Pulp Ark, "is a marvelous, massively diverse field...a style that has transcended its origins in the early 20th Century in cheaply printed magazines and found its way into every medium available to modern fans. Classic characters and stories are finding new life with readers and enthusiasts today and new tales centered around original characters are exploding onto the scene as well. This year, Pulp Ark 2013 will celebrate the variety that is Pulp in many ways. Our Three Guests of Honor most definitely reflect both the differences and the common denominators in Pulp, both classic and new, both originals of today and inspirations of yesteryear. I am extremely proud to announce that JOE DEVITO, MARTIN POWELL, and PAUL BISHOP will be the Guests of Honor for Pulp Ark 2013 this year!"
PAUL BISHOP is a thirty-five year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department whose career included a three year tour as an interrogator with his department's Anti-Terrorist Division and over twenty-five years’ experience in the investigation of sex crimes. For the past eight years, his various Special Assaults Units have consistently produced the highest number of detective initiated arrests and highest crime clearance rate in the city. Twice honored as Detective of the Year, Paul also received the Quality and Productivity Commission Award from the City of Los Angeles.
As a nationally recognized interrogator, Paul co-starred with his professional partner, bestselling author and prosecutor, Mary Hanlon Stone, as the regular interrogators and driving force behind the ABC reality show Take The Money And Run from producer Jerry Bruckheimer. Based on his expertise in the area of deception detection, Paul continues to work privately conducting interview and interrogation seminars for law enforcement agencies, military entities, and human resource organizations.
Paul has had twelve novels published, including Hot Pursuit, Deep Water, Penalty Shot, Suspicious Minds, the short story collection Running Wylde, and five novels in his L.A.P.D. Detective Fey Croaker series – Croaker: Kill Me Again, Croaker: Grave Sins, Croaker: Tequila Mockingbird, Croaker: Chalk Whispers, and Croaker: Pattern of Behavior. All his novels have recently been released in e-book format.
Paul has also written feature film scripts and numerous episodic scripts for television, including such shows as Diagnosis: Murder, LA Dragnet, The New Detectives, and Navy Seals: The Untold Stories.
Paul is currently writing and editing the monthly Fight Card series, 25,000 word e-novels, designed to be read in one or two sittings, inspired by the fight pulps of the '30s and '40s – such as Fight Stories Magazine – and Robert E. Howard’s two-fisted boxing tales featuring Sailor Steve Costigan. His latest entry, Fight Card: Swamp Walloper (written as Jack Tunney) will premiere at the 2013 Pulp Ark convention. He can be found blogging at http://www.bishsbeat.blogspot.com/ and followed via twitter@bishsbeat. A full list of his novels is available at http://tinyurl.com/7x8xo5k
MARTIN POWELL has been a professional writer since 1986. He received early critical praise with the Eisner Award nominated Sherlock Holmes/Count Dracula graphic novel, Scarlet in Gaslight, which has remained in print for more than twenty-five years.
Powell has since written hundreds of stories in numerous genres, including mystery, science fiction, horror, and humor, and has been published by Disney, Marvel, DC, Moonstone, Wild Cat Books, and Sequential Pulp/Dark Horse Comics, among others, working with such popular characters as Superman, Batman, Tarzan, Lee Falk’s The Phantom, Frankenstein, The Spider, Kolchak the Night Stalker, The Avenger, and more.He also a prolific author of many acclaimed children’s books, and is the creator of The Halloween Legion. His The Tall Tale of Paul Bunyan won the coveted Moonbeam Children’s Book Award for Best Graphic Novel of 2010.
Martin lives in Saint Paul, MN.
JOE DEVITO was born on March 16, 1957 in New York City. He graduated with honors from Parsons School of Design in 1981 and studied at the Art Students League in New York City.
Over the years DeVito has painted many of the most recognizable Pop Culture and Pulp icons, including King Kong, Tarzan, Doc Savage, Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Spiderman, MAD magazine’s Alfred E. Newman and various characters in World of Warcraft, with a decided emphasis in his illustration on dinosaurs, Action Adventure, SF and Fantasy. He has illustrated hundreds of book and magazine covers, painted several notable posters and numerous trading cards for the major comic book and gaming houses, and created concept and character design for the film and television industries.
In 3D, DeVito sculpted the official 100th Anniversary statue of Tarzan of the Apes for the Edgar Rice Burroughs Estate, The Cooper Kong for the Merian C. Cooper Estate, Superman, Wonder Woman and Batman for Chronicle Book’s Masterpiece Editions, several other notable Pop and Pulp characters. Additional sculpting work ranges from scientifically accurate dinosaurs, a multitude of collectibles for the Bradford Exchange in a variety of genres, to larger-than-life statues and the award trophy for the influential art annual SPECTRUM.
An avid writer, Joe is also the co-author (with Brad Strickland) of two novels, which he illustrated as well. The first, KONG: King of Skull Island (DH Press) was published in 2004. The second book, Merian C. Cooper’s KING KONG, was published by St. Martin’s Griffin, in 2005. He has also contributed many essays and articles to such collected works as Kong Unbound: The Cultural Impact, Pop Mythos, and Scientific Plausibility of a Cinematic Legend and Do Androids Artists Paint In Oils When They Dream? in Pixel or Paint: The Digital Divide In Illustration Art.
2012 saw the release of Kindle and iBook versions of KONG: King of Skull Island that were accompanied by Part 1 of a cutting edge app version of the book. With the property in full development as a motion picture, other plans include the release of Part 2 of the interactive Kong book app, the beginning of a KONG: King of Skull Island YA series and Kong collectibles for the Cooper Estate.
Presently DeVito is painting covers for The All New Wild Adventures of Doc Savage (written by Will Murray), while also finishing the screenplay and developing imagery for his newest creation, a faction world of truly epic proportions tentatively titled The Primordials.
www.jdevito.comwww.kongskullisland.co... Joe DeVito-DeVito Artworks
"These three," Hancock stated, "represent a huge variety within Pulp today, but they all also show the commonalities of what Pulp is. And as far as mediums, everything from books to comics to television to sculpture to painting and more is represented by these fantastic Guests. It's a privilege for Pulp Ark to have them as its centerpiece in 2013."
Pulp Ark is a Writer's Conference/Convention focused on 'Pulp' fiction. Although defined narrowly by many, Pulp Ark promotes Pulp Fiction as multi genre multi medium storytelling that typically involves action, adventure, larger than life heroes and villains, and a strong focus on both plot and characterization. "Pulp," Hancock said, "began as a medium in which many great writers told a lot of wonderful stories and readers could pick 'em up a 100 or more pages at a time for a dime. Although it's no longer that necessarily, the sensibilities of Pulp storytelling, the style, the methodology, all the stuff fans have remembered and enjoyed for over 80 years about those kinds of tales, all of that is still around and available from all sorts of authors, artists, performers and companies. That is what Pulp Ark is all about."
Pulp Ark 2013 will be held in Springdale, Arkansas April 26-28, 2013 at the Holiday Inn Springdale Hotel and Convention Center in Springdale, Arkansas, 1500 South 48th Street, phone number- 1-479-751-8300.
SPECIAL PRICES UNTIL JANUARY 1ST, 2013! Any and all who plan to attend Pulp Ark 2013 and want to get the Discounted Room Rate MUST reserve a room or rooms by January 1st, 2013 to take advantage of the Special Pulp Ark rate of $84.00 a night. To reserver your room online, please click HERE!
PULP ARK 2013-Springdale, Arkansas! For further information, go to www.prosepulp.com or contact Hancock at 870-834-4022 and/or proseproductions@earthlink.net.
Expect more Pulp Ark Announcements VERY SOON!
October 12, 2012
October 10, 2012
RAVE REVIEWS FOR THE FIGHT CARD SERIES!
RAVE REVIEWS FOR THE FIGHT CARD SERIES!A SAMPLING OF REVIEWS OF FIGHT CARD NOVELS FROM AROUND THE WEB ...
THE PULP DEN ON FIGHT CARD: COUNTERPUNCH ... Boxing Returns With Another Knockout For Fight Card ...
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UNKNOWN GEMS ON FIGHT CARD: FELONY FISTS ... All out action makes Felony Fists a must read ...
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BEFORE IT’S NEWS ON FIGHT CARD: TOMATO CAN COMEBACK ... New Fight Card Novella Comes Out Swinging ...
FOR THE FULL REVIEW CLICK HERE
YOU WOULD SAY THAT WOULDN’T YOU ON FIGHT CARD: FELONY FISTS ... Fast moving and hard hitting with a strong sense of place and time, Felony Fists is a great start to a highly addictive series ...
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October 8, 2012
FIGHT COMICS: JOE PALOOKA #1 (OF 6)!
FIGHT COMICS: JOE PALOOKA # 1 (OF 6)!COMING IN DECEMBER 2012
WRITERS: MIKE BULLOCK & MATT TRIANO ART: FERNANDO PENICHE COVER: JACE MCTIER
The legendary Joe Palooka name returns in this all-new version, as Joe fights for his freedom and for his life around the world. Set in the violent and dangerous world of top- tier mixed martial arts, this series will get you in its grip and not let go until you tap out.
Accused of a murder he didn't commit, Nick Davis flees a police manhunt, picks up the name Joe Palooka in a Tijuana tough-man contest and then travels the world seeking to clear his name while making a name for himself at the same time.
Top UFC superstars are on board and the first full-length MMA comic book ever has MMA and UFC fans buzzing in anticipation of Joe Palooka's release.
32 PAGES • $3.99 • IDW PUBLISHING
PULP NOW: PRO SE TAKES THE WORLD BY STORM WITH ONLINE PROMO PARTY!
PULP NOW: PRO SE TAKES THE WORLD BY STORM WITH ONLINE PROMO PARTY! Pro Se Productions, a publishing company known for adventure, action, crime, fantasy, super heroes, New Pulp, and original stories featuring Classic characters, announces the beginning of a partnership with a new internet platform that will bring a brand new experience to Pro Se Fans, literally bringing a convention like activity into the homes of anyone wanting to find out more about Pro Se.
On Saturday, October 13th from 1 PM CST to 7 PM CST, Pro Se Productions will be hosting an online Promotional Party spotlighting the entire company. This event is being done in conjunction with www.shindig.com, a platform designed to host small, medium, and even massive book tours, promotional events, Q & As, or in this case, a gala event focusing on one of the up and coming Publishers of cutting Edge New Pulp fiction today. Writers, artists, and creators associated with Pro Se will be providing readings, panels, and one on one question and answer sessions online while participants can wander in and out, just like an actual convention, and enjoy the events as they take place. Also, fans who attend the event at any point in the day can actually enter into private chats with up to four other people and set up their own 'rooms' while also participating in the reading/panel/etc. that is taking place. This allows for hundreds and hundreds of participants to be available.
"This is the ultimate con experience in a sense," Tommy Hancock, Partner in and EIC of Pro Se Productions stated, "taken and turned into an all Pro Se event. People can attend panels, go to readings, meet authors and creators, and do it right in front of their computer. Pro Se is definitely excited about this opportunity, not only because its a neat thing to be able to do, but also because it's a platform that allows us to reach out not just to our own little conclave of fans who frequent our site, see us at Conventions, and/or buy our books. This is an opportunity to open the doors of Pro Se up to any and all who have ever read a thriller and enjoyed it, who have ventured into Space and wanted more, who sneered with the villain and celebrated with the hero of some great story. Pro Se has all that and more to offer readers today, and although there's stories of every genre under our banner, they all have something in common. They are pure escapist over the top fun. And now, thanks to Shindig, Pro Se's 'Puttin' The New In Pulp' Promotional Party is a chance for readers of all type to see what we do, meet our creators, hear some great stories, get great one day deals on Pro Se books, and even pick up some giveaways!"
Attending the 'Pro Se- Puttin' The New in Pulp' is free for anyone who wants to attend. Interact with creators, hear readings, participate in panels, take part in contests and simply learn about one of the brightest stars in modern Pulp and adventure publishing. Both established Pro Se Authors as well as new authors will be present. Past and current releases will be focused on, but there will also be much discussion on books and events to come from Pro Se. Come in for your favorite author or a panel subject that interests you, leave when you're done, then come back whenever you want to.
Anyone interested in attending can RSVP at www.shindig.com/event/prose . This is the sign in site for the event and will also be where times for panels, readings, and Q & As will be posted as a schedule becomes available.
Pro Se also announces today that this event is only the first. Pro Se will be providing opportunities for readings, panels, and creator meet and greets as well as online launch parties for Pro Se staff and material in the future. "Expect," stated Hancock, "that an event, anywhere from 30 minutes to 1.5 hours, from Pro Se will happen every two weeks at a minimum, even more than that possibly with the fantastic books and such we have on the horizon."
Saturday, October 13, 1 PM - 7 PM CST Pro Se Productions - 'Puttin' the New in Pulp' Promotional hosted by shindig.com.
FOR THE SCHEDULE AND MORE ON THIS VERY COOL EVENT CLICK HERE
October 7, 2012
October 5, 2012
BECAUSE BOND IS LARGER THAN LIFE!
BECAUSE BOND IS LARGER THAN LIFE!A week ago I received an unsolicited email from Sony with the above header and text as follows:
Hi Paul, We’ve been working with Sony on developing an exclusive gaming experience that will be released in conjunction with the film Skyfall. As a lover of the larger-than-life world of the Bond franchise, we think you'll enjoy it, and we'd like to send you something that will lead you into the experience and give you a sneak peek before its actual release. If you’re interested, please send us your mailing address within 24 hours.
The Sony Team
I did some checking and verified as best I could the email was not a scam and then sent in my contact information. I received the following reply:
Thank you so much for getting back to us. Look for a package later next week, and please don't hesitate to ask questions. We'll be in touch.
The Sony Team
Today, the 50th anniversary of James Bond, I received the following email:
Your package has been delivered. Let us know if you have any questions.
The Sony Team
I checked my front porch and sure enough there was a small package overnighted via Fed Ex from Sony. Inside was the above pictured Sony ICD-TX50 IC Recorder ($200 retail from Amazon), the computer charger/connector, the instruction manual, and the below postcard with the picture of a bird ...
On the back of the card is written/printed the following sentiment ...
When I turned on the recorder, I was treated to twenty seconds of a barn swallow tweeting ...Now, while I am aware Ian Fleming took the name James Bond from his neighbor in Jamaica who was an ornithologist, I’m still not getting a major connection to James Bond and an exclusive gaming experience that will be released in conjunction with the film Skyfall ...
While I thank Sony for the unsolicited freebee of their Sony ICD-TX50 IC Recorder – which is pretty cool and could/maybe show up in the new film – I seem to be missing the point of the promotion ... Where’s the Bond, the 007, anything to do with Skyfall, or gaming?
Any other bloggers out there get more out of this than I did?
FIGHT FICTION: SECONDS TO GO!
FIGHT FICTION: SECONDS TO GO!BRIAN BUSBY OF THE DUSTY BOOKCASE BLOG TIPPED ME TO HIS POST ON A FIGHT NOVEL I’VE NEVER COME ACROSS BEFORE – SECONDS TO GO BY PHIL STRONG ...
Is anything to be made of the similarity between the name Danny Cannon, protagonist of Seconds to Go, and that of his creator Danny Halperin?
Hope not.
We first catch sight of Danny Cannon at age eleven as he's being beaten by his father Matt. A bat to the head, a fist in the face, whipping with a belt... and who knows what we've missed. But wait, there's more:
Again and again the belt descended. At last Danny could bear it no longer. Like a caged beast suddenly freed, he turned on his father and wrestled with him for possession of the belt. Matt roared with rage; his meaty right hand clutched the boy's throat and he shook that twisting young body as if it were a rattling bag of coals. Exhausted, Danny went limp, Matt let him fall to the floor where he kicked him in the stomach. The boy writhed and screamed as the boot connected. "Now – now – what's yore answer?" said Matt, breathing heavily, laying down a fine mist of whisky breath close to Danny's face. "I – I'll go."Where to?
Halperin maintains the mystery for a several more pages before having Danny walk through New York's East Side to Liffey's Canned Shrimp and Lobster. What follows is a Dickensian scene set in the Depression
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