Amadeus Creed: The Mad Butcher

Amadeus Creed: The Mad Butcher

La Selva was supposed to be a sanctuary. A hidden nation built on science, order, and progress. Instead, it became the domain of Creed, a brilliant but monstrous visionary whose experiments twisted bodies, minds, and generations. Under his rule, humanity became raw material, and the pursuit of perfection became a nightmare carved into flesh.

When José Miguel Carrera, a soldier, survivor, and reluctant rebel, finally brings Creed’s empire crashing down, the victory is anything but clean. The laboratories still hum with forbidden knowledge. Survivors bear scars that run deeper than skin. Children are born with unsettling traits that whisper of a genetic future no one asked for. And the people of La Selva, long conditioned to obedience, now face a freedom they are unprepared to wield.

As the nation struggles to rebuild, three forces rise from the ashes:

Commander Valerius, who seeks order through strength, wielding Creed’s salvaged technologies as tools of rebirth.

Elias Thorne, the voice of the oppressed, fighting for a democracy free from every shadow of authoritarianism.

Dr. Aris Thorne, hidden in the dark, quietly weaving Creed’s forbidden science into a new doctrine of “guided evolution.”

Caught between these clashing visions, José must confront a truth more terrifying than Creed himself:

Tyranny does not die with the tyrant. It survives in ideas, in fear, and in the seductive promise of progress without conscience.

La Selva has broken its chains, but the battle for its soul has only begun.

And in the fragile dawn after revolution, hope and horror grow side by side.

                                                       

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“Amadeus Creed” marks one of J.E. Shook’s most ambitious works yet. At over 500 pages, this is a massive, high‑stakes epic that pulls you in and refuses to let go. Dark, sprawling, and unforgettable; if you read one epic this year, make it this one.

Available on Amazon in Paperback, eBook, and Audiobook.  

(Paperback link will be added as soon as Amazon finishes processing the listing.)

https://amzn.to/3Qnekpy

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Bonus Overdrive | Horror Author Dustin Grammer

Bonus Overdrive | Horror Author Dustin Grammer

Prepare to be captivated by the nightmarish bovine terror of Moo. Author Dustin Grammer delivers an original tale that redefines rural horror, introducing a new breed of unsuspecting monsters with a hunger far more sinister than pasture grass. After this story, Vine, Alabama, will never be the same.

Moo by Dustin Grammer - https://amzn.to/4ugnZfz

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Know the Author: Jason J. Tavares

Know the Author: Jason J. Tavares

Today, we sit down with Jason J. Tavares, author, scriptwriter, director, actor, paranormal investigator, and even an avid recycler. Jason is a creator whose life has been shaped by movement, memory, and the strange moments that follow us when we least expect them.

His newest book, Curb Grass: Short Stories Written Between Walks, was born in the quiet spaces between daily routines and the emotional weight of an approaching loss. What began as a simple creative outlet became something deeper, a way to hold on to memory, to feeling, and to the fragile moments that define who we are.

In this collection, Jason explores the darker corners of the human experience. These intimate, unsettling stories drift between love and obsession, loneliness and connection, the real and the supernatural—always with a quiet emotional honesty that lingers long after the last page.

Interview

ZMP: Do you have a writing routine, or do you work whenever inspiration hits?

JJT: I never have to be inspired to write; the ambition to do so is always there.  In a perfect world, my desired time to conduct a writing routine would start around 7am, 4-5 days a week, roughly until noon or slightly after. 

ZMP: When readers finish your book, what’s the one thing you hope stays with them?   

JJT: Upon completion of either one of my books or films found on my Jason J. Tavares YouTube channel, my hope is that the reader or viewer walks away with something they can benefit from, whatever it may be.  

ZMP: Did any real events, people, or places influence the stories or research?

JJT: Yes, I am highly influenced by negativity because I am, by nature, an extremely negative person, one who has fought against the downing emotion my entire life, while still accomplishing some things along the way as it stares...  The negativity itself stems from fearing failure because I have had a great deal, and with each story or film I make, it moves me further away from it.

ZMP: Which authors or books have influenced your style the most?

JJT: My earliest influence came from Mr. Washington Irving when first reading "Sleepy Hollow" in elementary school.  Next came, Mr. George Orwell, with "Animal Farm" - then one day my father asked me if I would like to watch, "The Twilight Zone" and after seeing and hearing Mr. Rod Serling, narrate prior to and sometimes in between segments of his highly intelligent stories that he had written, one's full of life lessons if one were to decipher them, I was hooked not only on the unknown but with being able to sometimes see the puzzles which can hide within ourselves as well as our surroundings...  Mr. Sylvester Stallone became my fourth influence when I first saw "ROCKY" and later learning of the struggles that he went through to have it made while fighting to play the main character that he created.  These men have not influenced or molded my style in any way, but they did open my mind to being creative, and for that, I would like to say thank you. 

ZMP: What are you working on next, or what can readers expect from you in the future?

JJT: I'm working on gaining readers for my books and viewers for my films so that these stories can be enjoyed on a massive scale, allowing me to have the means to make more and more of them...  Other than that, a book about true scary stuff that has actually happened to me, and another 50 min film on my Jason J. Tavares YouTube channel, to add to my most recent ones, "Seemingly Curtis Cuspiltch" & "Radiators Popped as Pipes Rattled." 

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Jason J. Tavares is a storyteller who doesn’t just write about the shadows; he listens to them. His work reminds us that even in the quietest routines, there are moments worth holding onto, and stories waiting to be told. We appreciate Jason for sharing his journey, his creativity, and the deeply personal experiences that shaped Curb Grass. It’s a collection born from reflection, loss, and love, and one that invites readers to pause, feel, and remember.

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Know the Author: Brian Wayne Hand

Know the Author: Brian Wayne Hand

In this edition of “Know the Author,” we sit down with Brian Wayne Hand, the mind behind Where It Gets In: A Double Feature of Quiet Horror – Mites & Dream Repair, LLC. Hand’s work blends psychological tension with slow‑burn dread, creating stories that linger long after the final page. In this short Q&A, he shares the inspirations behind his latest book, the challenges of the writing process, and the authors who shaped his voice.

ZMP: What first inspired you to write this book, and what kept you motivated through the process?

BWH: Both of the stories featured in Where It Gets In were inspired by my love of dark, horror‑style stories that stick with you long after the book is done. Dream Repair, LLC was actually brought to life by wondering what it would be like to influence the dreams other people have.

ZMP: When readers finish your book, what’s the one thing you hope stays with them?

BWH: The characters and what they’ve been through. I want readers to latch onto whatever character they feel connected to, and maybe it inspires them to create a story of their own.

ZMP: What part of the writing process do you enjoy the most, and which part challenges you the most?

BWH: I love the process in general because it feels natural to bring a story to life and breathe life into these characters. I love it when somebody asks me a question about a character or asks me about a particular story.

I really dislike going back and doing edits or rereading something I’ve written. I’m my own worst critic.

ZMP: Which authors or books have influenced your style the most?

BWH: King and Koontz. My goal is to be Arizona’s version of Stephen King. I love The Dark Half, and Odd Thomas from Dean Koontz is one of my favorite characters.

ZMP: What advice would you give new writers who want to publish their first book?

BWH: Make sure you’re writing because you love to write, not because you have dreams of being rich and famous.

Oh, and reach out to Zombie Media, because they rock!!

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Brian Wayne Hand’s work reminds us that horror doesn’t always scream; sometimes it whispers and lingers. His stories invite readers to look deeper, to find the unease hiding in the quiet moments. We’re proud to feature him and his haunting imagination in this edition of Know the Author.

Where It Gets In: A Double Feature of Quiet Horror – Mites & Dream Repair, LLC is available on Amazon. 

Link - https://amzn.to/4wEZTxt

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Searching for Sasquatch: Claws and Jaws

Searching for Sasquatch: Claws and Jaws

Armed with experience, obsession, and an airboat built for danger, wildlife filmmaker Jason Kenzie returns to the deep swamps of Florida for one of his most intense investigations yet. Joining forces with veteran Skunk Ape tracker Tim Turner and seasoned swamp guide Frank Costantino, the team pushes into territory where few people dare to travel.

Aboard the airboat Swamp Addiction, they cut through alligator‑infested waters and navigate twisting channels of dense, unforgiving wilderness. Every mile takes them deeper into a region long rumored to hide one of America’s most elusive legends, the Skunk Ape.

What begins as a search quickly becomes a test of endurance, instinct, and nerve. Strange sounds echo through the trees. Massive tracks appear where no human should be walking. And as night falls over the swamp, the line between myth and reality grows razor thin.

This film captures the raw danger, the mystery, and the relentless pursuit behind one of the most compelling cryptid investigations in the United States.

The hunt for the Skunk Ape continues, and this time, the team goes farther than ever before.

Official Trailer

If you enjoy real‑world cryptid investigations, dangerous environments, and authentic fieldwork, this film delivers it all in stunning 4K. Follow the team deeper into the Florida swamps as they push the search farther than ever before. Full release details and streaming platforms will be announced soon.

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April Statistics & Monthly Update

April Statistics & Monthly Update

Here’s a look at our April numbers. We saw an increase when compared to March, which is something to expect in the current market. While overall revenue remains lower than in previous years, there have been some improvements.

Our push to rebuild revenue continues with a stronger YouTube presence and more direct partnerships, which is working, but it is a slow process. These steps are helping cushion the impact of the wider market slowdown, and we’ll keep leaning into them as we move forward.

We’ll keep monitoring trends closely and stay focused on reaching new audiences, improving visibility, and creating additional income opportunities for everyone involved.

Here are the stats.

*Top Amazon Streaming RENTALS (US) for the month:

#1 Bigfoot: Still Tracking a Legend

#2 Bigfoot: The Legend is Real

#3 Bigfoot Witness

*Top Amazon Streaming RENTALS (Rest of World) last 30 days:

#1 Searching for Sasquatch: She-Squatchers

#2 Searching for Sasquatch 12: Kentucky Bigfoot

#3 Searching for Sasquatch

*Top Overall Rentals of the month (includes all streaming services):

#1 Native Bigfoot

#2 Searching For Sasquatch 6: What Lurks in the Darkness

#3 Shadow House: 40 Years of Terror

*Top Streaming Titles on Fawesome TV last 30 days:

#1 Paranormal Adventures 5: The Black Eyed Children

#2 Bigfoot: In the Footsteps of Giants

#3 Searching for Sasquatch 17: The Ozark Howler

*Top Streaming Titles on The Roku Channel last 30 Days

#1 Bigfoot Witness: The Jason Morse Story

#2 Searching for Sasquatch: The Minnesota Roars 

#3 Native Bigfoot

*Top Streaming Titles on Youtube Movies & TV last 30 days:

#1 Native Bigfoot

#2 Shadow House: 40 Years of Terror

#3 Searching For Sasquatch 6: What Lurks in the Darkness

Several different titles are appearing for the month.

SURPRISE OF THE MONTH 

(A movie that saw an unexpected uptick)

Native Bigfoot

*Top Digital Purchases of the month:

(This is the purchase of a film as a digital download.)

#1 Bigfoot: Still Tracking a Legend

#2 Almost Live

#3 No Data

*Mysteries Unlimited: Free Documentaries

#1 Hunter Shoots Bigfoot: The Interview

#2 Undisclosed Location: The Haunted Mountain

#3 Paranormal Bigfoot

The playlist continues to grow, and so does the viewership. 

*Mysteries Unlimited: Live 24/7

(https://www.mysteriesunlimitedtv.com/)

MUTV March Uptime Report

April delivered the best month so far for Mysteries Unlimited TV, with uptime performance showing clear improvement over March’s numbers. 

When compared against the 720 hours available in April, MUTV achieved an estimated 97.9% effective uptime, marking a solid improvement over March’s performance. Thanks to everyone who tunes in and supports the stream.

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*On Amazon (US), our overall watch minutes were down when compared to the previous month. This month, there were over 39 total watch hours. The overall watch time on Amazon is down from previous years, but no doubt it is due to the growth of free-to-watch services. So, the watch hours are holding fairly steady on Amazon. Amazon changed their Slate (self-publishing Platform) and, at this time, they are not accepting new account setups in the U.S., the UK, Germany & Austria, or Japan. Amazon is an important service for all filmmakers. Zombie Media will continue to present titles to Amazon to help ensure the success of filmmakers. In fact, we reach Amazon services and territories that were never available through Slate.

Mysteries Unlimited TV - This 24/7 live channel is a project of Zombie Media. We are proud to announce that some of our clients received payouts from the service for the month of March. Our hope is to continue to grow the channel, and that payouts will increase for everyone. MUTV officially launched in early November. We recently added over 50 hours of new content. 

MUTV Streams original and classic content from the heart of the mountains. It showcases indie films, cryptid reviews, Appalachian storytelling, and More!

FearPix - More of our titles are now available on FearPix. FearPix is the ultimate destination for horror lovers and indie creators. Stream spine-chilling content, support underground voices, and help shape the future of horror. They have a YouTube presence and a downloadable app.

* Top Books for the month:

#1 Where It Gets In: A Double Feature of Quiet Horror by Brian Wayne Hand

#2 Ancient Ozarks by  F.K. Sterling

#3 Whispers From the Mountain by  Curtis Josh Rogers

* Top Kindle Page Reads:

(KENP stands for Kindle Edition Normalized Pages. Amazon uses the process as the formula to calculate the number of ebook pages read by a Kindle Unlimited subscriber.)

#1 In Search of Giants: A Worldwide Hunt for Living Legends by  F.K. Sterling

#2 Moo by Dustin Grammer

#3 The DogMan: The Michigan Monster by  J.E. Shook

But Wait, There's More!

* Royalties paid to our clients! 

* Expanded Distribution for books continues! While nothing is guaranteed, it does present new opportunities. We hope to continue this into 2026! So far, this has not produced as we had hoped.

* Check out the ZMP Online Store - (https://zmpoutlet.com/)

* Watch movies on ZMPVOD - Our video-on-demand service! New Titles Added! New Lower Prices!

* Mysteries Unlimited TV is Live!! (Please note: The stream could go down due to loss of power or internet. In that event, service will be restored as soon as possible.)

* Still looking to partner with companies, sponsors, and streaming services!

* Looking to expand our Horror Movie Titles, so if you have a complete film, contact us!

* Still looking for new movies to distribute!

* Still looking for new books to publish!

* Going to work hard to make 2026 a banner year!

!More Good News!

* We partnered with Dubby Energy! Use code ZMP1 to get 10% off an order! The hope is to offer discounts and perks to clients and followers. Not much has come from this, but we are still partnered.
* We signed a multi-year, multi-film deal with FearPix! They are the ultimate hub for Horror, Thriller, and True Crime fans with a thrilling mix of classic scares, modern thrillers, chilling true crime stories, and originals. Read about the agreement by Clicking Here.

* New books are in the process of being released. In the pipe are The Big Heist, A new Mysteries Unlimited book, and a few others. 

* We are Continuing Marketing Campaigns and encouraging creators to promote their work. For tips on how to market your creation, Click Here.
* Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel - Click Here! (We really need to pump the sub numbers up.)
* Follow us on X (Twitter) - Click Here!
* New films are in the process of being released. More good things are coming!
** Still looking to sign, publish, and distribute books and films, even short films and music videos! Contact us!!

** We made it easier to get your film looked at for possible distribution. Simply fill out the form on the Distribute page.

Wholesale Pricing to Stores

We also offer wholesale pricing to bookstores, gift shops, and retail outlets. ZMP has shown some growth in this section of our business. Anyone wishing to add any or all of our products to their retail shop, feel free to contact us via the contact form.

International Distribution of Films

April continued an international expansion across Amazon Prime Video, with several more titles rolling out into new English‑speaking regions. Native Bigfoot went live on YouTube Movies in the United Kingdom, while Searching for Sasquatch 11: Into the Lair of the Skunk Ape secured placements in Guernsey. These steady additions across the UK/Ireland corridor signal ongoing momentum for the catalog and broaden the reach of multiple series at once.

Thanks for the support! 

Let's Keep Pushing!

Let's Keep Working!

Let's make 2026 a BIG year!

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Important Update About Barnes & Noble Pricing Changes

Important Update About Barnes & Noble Pricing Changes

Barnes & Noble Press has recently updated their publishing policies, and these changes affect all authors who distribute print books through its platform, including us.

Beginning May 14th, 2026, Barnes & Noble will require:

A minimum retail price of $14.99 for all print books

This is due to increased printing and shipping costs on their end. Any book priced below $14.99 will be removed from their store unless the price is raised.

A limit of 100 active print titles per account

This means some older or smaller projects may need to be retired from their catalog.

What This Means for Our Books

To stay in compliance with the new rules:

1. Some of our books have had their prices increased to $14.99.

This was required by Barnes & Noble in order to keep those titles available on their platform.

2. A few books will be removed from Barnes & Noble entirely.

These are mostly shorter titles where the page count simply doesn’t justify a $14.99 price point. Rather than raise the price beyond what feels fair to readers, we will allow those titles to be removed from B&N’s catalog.

These books will still remain available on Amazon and other platforms.

Why This Change Is Happening

Barnes & Noble states that the new minimum price helps authors cover rising production costs and ensures royalties remain viable. They will begin removing non‑compliant titles starting May 14th, 2026.

Thank You for Your Support

We always try to keep my books affordable and accessible, and I appreciate your understanding as we adjust to these new industry requirements. Your support means everything, and we’ll continue working to keep our catalog available across as many platforms as possible.

If you have any questions about a specific title, feel free to reach out.

Thanks

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Know the Author: Dustin Grammer

Know the Author: Dustin Grammer

For this installment of our “Know the Author” series, we’re spotlighting Dustin Grammer, a rising voice in independent horror fiction. With titles like Moo, The Other Side of the Graveyard, The Structure, and Dirt Road Tales of Horror, Dustin blends rural dread, dark imagination, and character‑driven storytelling. In this short Q&A, we take a closer look at the author behind the books and the creative path that shaped his work.

Q&A

ZMP: What originally sparked your interest in writing within the horror or paranormal genre?

DG: Seems like horror was present for me from a young age, having been born in the 80's and a young kid through the early 90’s. I was scared of a lot of things, and I grew up around a lot of good storytellers. I can remember being babysat by an aunt and watching Friday the 13th, the 8th one, I believe. I had an older cousin who would tell scary stories about ghosts and werewolves; Pepsi and Doritos had the classic Universal Monsters on their products, and the elementary school library was full of monster books as well. The IT movies came out when I was in Kindergarten, I think, and I can remember kids talking about the “killer clown” a lot at school. So, I guess the combination of influences created the spark.

ZMP: When readers finish one of your books, what’s the one thing you hope stays with them?

DG: First off, I am incredibly thankful to anyone who has finished one of my books, but to answer the question, I would hope that a sense of enjoyment stays with them and also maybe that I scared them just a little…

ZMP: Do you have a writing routine, or do you work whenever inspiration hits?

DG: Inspiration hits me quite frequently, but I mainly write on weekends when I get motivated enough. Once that happens, I tend to put in hours of work at one time. Along the way, especially with my short story collections, I chart out the titles or chapters and add notes detailing draft completion and full edit percentages. I do this to have a visual motivator.

ZMP: Did any real events, people, or places influence the story or research?

DG: Absolutely yes! The majority of my stories and a lot of the characters are created that way. It could be a coworker, family member, or simply someone that I observed in public, as far as the characters go. I do this in hopes of making the characters seem like actual people and not just cardboard victims of the horrors in the stories. I also loosely create stories based on places I have traveled, and a lot of times set the stories in the southeastern states.

ZMP: What are you working on next, or what can readers expect from you in the future?

DG: I probably have a mile worth of notes to work off of, and I try to be careful about announcing what my next book project is, for the simple fact that I switch up a lot between works. I’ve switched projects three times now since the release of “MOO”, but nevertheless, I’m hoping to release another short story collection by the end of the summer. As a goal, I’d like to release at least three more books by 2028.

Dustin's books are available on Amazon

Link - https://amzn.to/49DKXWj

Dustin Grammer continues to carve his place in independent horror with stories that blend imagination, emotion, and the eerie familiarity of rural life. His work reminds readers that fear often hides in the quiet corners of everyday places. We appreciate Dustin for sharing his time and insight, and we look forward to seeing what dark paths his next project will explore.

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