October creeps in with a chill

 October creeps in with a chill

The leaves are falling, the veil is thinning, and the shadows are whispering. It’s the season of haunted hollers, cryptid sightings, and stories that linger long after the last page. Whether you're drawn to Appalachian ghost lore, eerie encounters, or tales that twist the familiar into the uncanny, our shelves are stacked with spine-tingling reads to keep you company through the long, dark nights.

Here are some of our favorite spooky titles to summon this October...

The DogMan: The Michigan Monster by J.E. Shook. Deep in the heart of the Michigan wilderness lives a creature born of pure rage and hunger, feared by the natives, stalking European settlers, and haunting the cities of modern times. Link - https://amzn.to/3Iubjjt

Black Mountain Monsters: Tales From the Black Mountain Triangle by Darla Saylor Jackson & Tony Felosi.Explore the mysteries and the unexplained of one of the country's most intense paranormal hot spots. Link - https://amzn.to/4gYsAOr

Dirt Road Tales of Horror by Dustin Grammer. Prepare to be gripped by fear and fright, should you dare decide to traverse these haunted and unhallowed roads. 

Link - https://amzn.to/4nB3vvy

I Remember the Crib by Diego the Podcaster.  Diego the Podcaster takes readers on a journey through a collection of short, real-life stories, revealing his untold experiences. 

Link - https://amzn.to/3IWFa47

Buried Treasures by Sandra Rains DeBusk.The gold they found was nailed to the forehead of the most treacherous of creatures, a creature with fangs, a creature with no soul, a creature with no conscience. Link - https://amzn.to/46z6yhI

Convoy 19 by Mark Rivett. Faced with an overwhelming infestation of living dead on the U.S. mainland, the U.S. Pacific Fleet manages a strategic withdrawal of civilians and supplies.

Link - https://amzn.to/4nt15yS

Mysteries Unlimited: KENTUCKY by Thomas Marcum.Ghosts. Cryptids. Unsolved encounters. Kentucky’s shadows are alive with secrets. Link - https://amzn.to/4nF407K

The Adventures of Pete Johnson and the Ghosts of Scott's Mountain by Jay Rice. Pete Johnson encounters things that are beyond a normal explanation. Things that are just plain weird. 

Link - https://amzn.to/42VkHU0

Haunted Harlan County: Volume 1 by Darla Saylor Jackson & Tony Felosi. This comprehensive book highlights monsters, UFOs, cryptids, ghosts, and many other true tales as told by Harlan Countians. 

Link - https://amzn.to/48LkJ4y

The Other Side of the Graveyard by Dustin Grammer. An ominous fog obscures the ground below, and the headstones gleam pale, cloaked by the radiance of the full moon’s light. A chilled gust rattles the bare, bone-like limbs of the nearby trees. Link - https://amzn.to/46HZCxm

Akachi The Dark Hunter by J. E. Shook. A powerful vampire and his followers have come from Europe to the dark continent. Link - https://amzn.to/4gV0Bzb

My Haunted House and Other Weird Tales by Thomas Marcum. Not long after my grandmother passed away, we moved into her old house. Everything seemed fine at first, but then some strange events started taking place. Link - https://amzn.to/4nzrgDZ

The Ghosts Of Portal 31 by Darla Saylor Jackson & Tony Felosi. Peer into the dark past and haunting present of one of the most prolific and important coal mines in United States History. 

Link - https://amzn.to/46PkSBt

And more available on Amazon and other retailers!

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Searching for Sasquatch 17: The Ozar Howler

Searching for Sasquatch 17: The Ozar Howler

The wildly popular and entertaining Searching for Sasquatch continues with number 17 in the documentary film series.

Jason Kenzie leads a fearless team of Bigfoot hunters deep into the haunted caves of the Ozark Mountains. This pulse-pounding documentary plunges you into darkness and dread, keeping you clinging to the edge of your seat. Will Jason and his crew uncover chilling proof of the elusive Ozark Howler, or vanish within the endless, unforgiving tunnels of this cursed wilderness?

Check out the trailer

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The Other Side of the Graveyard

The Other Side of the Graveyard

The Gate Creaks Open ….

An ominous fog obscures the ground below, and the headstones gleam pale, cloaked by the radiance of the full moon’s light. A chilled gust rattles the bare, bone-like limbs of the nearby trees.

In Dustin Grammer’s second volume of horror short stories, prepare yet again to be terrified by Southern-style storytelling.

Such as: A serial killer on the prowl during a frigid Winter’s night, a tale of picking up a hitchhiker and being dragged through nightmarish events, a bold hunter as he stalks the trail of a bloody and elusive vampire, and more!

Cryptids, ghosts, fiends, and folklore all come to haunt and lie in wait beyond “The Other Side of the Graveyard”.

Do you dare venture within?

This latest title from Zombie Media Publishing walks the line between folklore and fear, blending Appalachian mystery with raw emotional truth. If you’ve ever felt something watching from the treeline… this book is for you.

Available now in paperback and digital.

Click - https://amzn.to/3IUX0EB

Support indie. Support local. Support stories that don’t flinch.

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To Our Clients, Fans, and Supporters

To Our Clients, Fans, and Supporters

We want to make you aware of a troubling development affecting many independent filmmakers: Tubi has begun removing a significant number of indie titles from its platform. This follows a series of changes initiated by its new CEO over the past year (click here), changes that have already impacted filmmakers and distributors alike, including a sharp reduction in revenue shares. Once a leader in supporting independent creators, Tubi’s payout structure has now dropped to industry averages or below, leaving many in the creative community struggling.

Now, with the removal of numerous independent films, including several distributed by Zombie Media, it’s clear that the platform is shifting away from the very voices that helped build its reputation. While Tubi still offers value and visibility for some creators, the change in direction is noticeable and troubling. Sadly, we’ve seen similar moves before, most notably with Amazon’s pivot away from indie content. 

At Zombie Media, we are actively fighting for our filmmakers. We’ve reached out to multiple streaming platforms in search of new opportunities. While most responses have been silent, one platform, despite branding itself as a champion of independent film, replied with a rejection. This only underscores the challenges we face.

But we’re not backing down.

Zombie Media is more than a distributor; we’re a partner in marketing, promotion, and advocacy. We will continue to push forward, seeking new deals and building bridges wherever possible. However, we can’t do it alone. We need every filmmaker, producer, actor, and crew member to help amplify our titles. Share links, post on social media, and help us grow our audience. Every view counts. Every voice matters.

While Tubi may be stepping away from independent film, other platforms are stepping up. Services like Fawsome TV, The Roku Channel, Xumo, Plex, and Stash TV are proving to be more welcoming, and we’re working to expand our presence across these networks.

We anticipated a streaming shake-up years ago, and while this moment is difficult, it’s not the end. Zombie Media remains committed to our clients and their work. We will continue to pitch, promote, and pursue revenue growth because your stories deserve to be seen.

We’ve already made improvements, including the addition of a “Partner with Us” link on our website, making it easier for streaming platforms to connect with us. Our advertising efforts continue across social media and targeted websites.

Yes, this is a challenging time. But hard times don’t last, people do. And Zombie Media will keep fighting, keep building, and keep pushing forward.

Many Zombie Media titles remain available on Tubi, and we still recognize it as a viable platform. However, the shift in direction is noticeable. We remain hopeful that the winds of change will return Tubi to its more indie-friendly roots.

Thank you for standing with us.

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The History of Mason Barney's Shipyard and Swansea, Massachusetts

The History of Mason Barney's Shipyard and Swansea, Massachusetts

Carl Sagan once said, “To read is to voyage through time.” This book is your boarding pass to the colonial heart of Swansea, Massachusetts, a place where myth, industry, and faith converged on the banks of the Palmer River.

Step into the bustling world of Mason Barney’s legendary shipyard, where over 150 vessels were crafted by hand, from nimble fishing boats to towering ships of over 1,000 tons. Discover the rise of Barneyville, once known as Bungtown, a thriving maritime hub where coopers shaped barrels, cannons were loaded for distant voyages, and shipyard tokens passed between calloused hands.

Explore the founding of the First Baptist Church in Massachusetts, a beacon of spiritual resilience amid the tides of change. Encounter tales of sea monsters and mermaids whispered along the docks, and trace the names and purchases recorded in a rare 48-page Swansea general store ledger, an intimate glimpse into daily colonial life.

From pirates and privateers to the quiet strength of local families, this book offers a richly detailed portrait of a community shaped by saltwater, timber, and tenacity. Through archival records, folklore, and firsthand accounts, the author invites readers to experience the soul of early Swansea, not just as history, but as living memory.

Authors Russell Easterbrooks and Holly Easterbrooks Neville have packed this book with historic imagery and rich, compelling content. An immersive blend sure to captivate curious minds and spark lasting fascination.

Available in eBook, Paperback, and Audiobook. (Hardcover edition coming in the future.)

Click the link - https://amzn.to/4mtBJQf

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August Statistics and Announcements

August Statistics & Announcements

Here are some stats for the month of August. The market volatility continues to impact the streaming landscape. The hope is that the market will correct itself and bring some of the focus back to independent films and filmmakers.  

This is also a post where we make announcements. 

The monthly reports include many stats. We hope they provide a deeper look at some of our best-performing titles. 

Here are the stats.

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

#1 Bigfoot: The Legend is Real

#2 Bigfoot: The Evidence Files

#3 Harlan Kentucky's Manzo Shepherd Story

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

#1 Bigfoot Witness: The Jason Morse Story

#2 Searching for Sasquatch: She-Squatchers

#3 Searching for Sasquatch 15: Chasing Legends Through Oregon’s Inferno

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

#1 Bigfoot: The Legend is real

#2 Searching for Sasquatch 10: The Minnesota Roars

#3 Native Bigfoot

*Top Streaming Titles on Fawesome TV last 30 days:

#1 The Box in the Basement

#2 Searching for Sasquatch 15: Chasing Legends Through Oregon’s Inferno

#3 Almost Live: Bigfoot & Beyond

*Top Streaming Titles on The Roku Channel last 30 Days

#1 The Mysterious Monroe House

#2 Searching for Sasquatch 10: The Minnesota Roars

#3 Bigfoot: The Legend is Real

Some different titles are showing up for the month.

SURPRISE OF THE MONTH 

(A movie that saw an unexpected uptick) Three months in a row!

The Mysterious Monroe House

*Top Digital Purchases of the month:

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

#1 Bigfoot: The Legend is Real

#2 Basic SFX Film Makeup

#3 Almost Live Season 1

*On Amazon (US), our overall watch minutes were down when compared to the previous month, with over 24 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. Amazon recently announced changes to 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 on Amazon to help ensure the success of filmmakers. In fact, we reach Amazon services and territories that were never available through Slate. 

* Top Books for the month:

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

#2 Loving Bigfoot: A Romance by Sandra Rains DeBusk

#3 The Ivory-billed Woodpecker: Taunting Extinction by Guy Luneau

* Top Kindle Page Reads:

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

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

#2 Convoy 19 by Mark Rivett

#3 Cryptid Creatures: The Truth Exposed by Sandra Raines DeBusk

But Wait, There's More!

* Royalties paid to our clients!

* Expanded Distribution for books has started!

* Check out the ZMP Online Store - (https://zmpoutlet.com/)
* Watch FREE TV on ZMPtv (Changes have been made)

* Watch ZMPTV on Rumble! (Click Here) - New Movies added!
* Watch movies first on ZMPVOD - Our video-on-demand service! New Lower Prices!

* Mysteries Unlimited TV Launching Soon! 

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

* Still looking for new movies to distribute!

* Still looking for new books to publish!

!More Good News!

* We recently 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. 
* We recently 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. A free-to-watch service! Read about the agreement by Clicking Here.

* New books are in the process of being released. In the pipe are Mysteries Unlimited: Tennessee, 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.

** There was an expected change coming to Amazon Video in 2025, but as of now, we have not really seen anything from them. 

Wholesale Pricing to Stores

We also offer wholesale pricing to bookstores, gift shops, and retail outlets. ZMP has shown some nice 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.

With the changes at Tubi (read here), everyone's revenue has taken a slight hit. We plan to offset some of this with marketing. We believe that additional streaming services will rise to the occasion and contribute to compensating filmmakers for this loss of income. We also encourage all filmmakers and authors to self-promote. 

Thanks for the support. 

Let us all work together and make 2025 a great year!

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Wrath of the Dragons by Patrick Chouinard

Wrath of the Dragons:

A Global Journey Through Ancient Myths, Modern Mysteries, and UFO Connections

Now available from Zombie Media and Patrick Chouinard: Wrath of the Dragons!

Dive into the global mythology of dragons and their shocking connection to UFOs, extraterrestrials, and reptoids!

Wrath of the Dragons unveils a thrilling conspiracy of reptilian extraterrestrials secretly shaping Earth's history. From ancient legends carved in stone to modern UFO encounters, explore how these scaly beings might be more than mere myth.

Journey through centuries of dragon lore across cultures, from the feathered serpents of Mesoamerica to the great wyrms of European folklore. Discover startling parallels between ancient dragon descriptions and contemporary alien abduction accounts. Could the fire-breathing beasts of legend actually be advanced extraterrestrial visitors?

Examine compelling evidence linking dragon mythology to:

*Ancient astronaut theories and unexplained archaeological mysteries

*Modern reptoid conspiracy theories and shapeshifting phenomena

*UFO sightings featuring serpentine or reptilian craft

*Genetic anomalies that might point to otherworldly intervention

Are dragons proof of cosmic visitors who have been observing, and perhaps manipulating, humanity for millennia?

This is a must-read and will help guide you through many mysteries.

Who is Patrick Chouinard, you ask? 

Patrick Chouinard is an American writer, alternative archaeologist, and mythologist who specializes in exploring the hidden connections between ancient civilizations and cosmic mysteries. With a passion for uncovering suppressed truths, he delves deep into enigmatic subjects ranging from UFO phenomena and extraterrestrial contact to reptilian conspiracies and forbidden archaeology.

As the former editor-in-chief of The New Archaeology Review, Chouinard brought alternative perspectives to archaeological discourse, challenging mainstream academic narratives and exploring theories that conventional scholars often dismiss. His work bridges the gap between ancient mythology and modern conspiracy theory, seeking patterns that might reveal humanity's true origins and our relationship with otherworldly visitors.

Wrath of the Dragons is available on Amazon in eBook, Paperback, and Audiobook

Click the link - https://amzn.to/42kKuEO

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Zombie Media Expands Book Distribution

Zombie Media Expands Book Distribution

Bigfoot’s Not the Only One Making Tracks, Zombie Media Goes Global

Zombie Media is proud to announce a major expansion in our book distribution network. Through new partnerships, we now have the potential to reach over 30,000 online and brick-and-mortar retailers worldwide.

This means our catalog of indie titles, Appalachian lore, and paranormal investigations will be more accessible than ever, from local bookstores to global platforms.

We’re starting with a handful of titles that blend mystery, field research, and cultural insight. But that’s just the beginning. With over 50 published works in our archive, we’re preparing a full rollout to bring our stories to new shelves, new readers, and new communities.

Thank you to our clients, collaborators, and supporters who’ve helped build this vision. Your belief in independent media keeps the signal strong.

Stay tuned, more titles, more lore, and more access are on the way.

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