Speculative Fiction Publisher Releases Flagship Title

Riptide Press, Inc., an independent speculative fiction publisher of Clayton, NC, released its flagship title, GIDEONS WALL, on September 24, 2003. GIDEONS WALL is the debut novel of Greg Kurzawa, a former student of theology and practicing IT professional. A dark fantasy targeted at adult readers, GIDEONS WALL launches what Riptide Press expects to be a long line of speculative fiction titles under the Riptide imprint.

Riptide Press, Inc., an independent speculative fiction publisher of Clayton, NC, released its flagship title, GIDEONS WALL, on September 24, 2003. GIDEONS WALL is the debut novel of Greg Kurzawa, a former student of theology and practicing IT professional. A dark fantasy targeted at adult readers, GIDEONS WALL launches what Riptide Press expects to be a long line of speculative fiction titles under the Riptide imprint.

Of GIDEONS WALL the Library Journal said, A lyrical tale of ancient battles and human courage in a story that places biblical history in a fantasy environment. This unique fantasy belongs in most libraries."

The fantasy genre has traditionally been thought of as clogged with Lord of the Rings imitations," says Dale Sutton, Editor-in-Chief of Riptide Press, Inc. We aim to change that. To us fantasy is about stretching the bounds of imagination. We want to give readers of the genre something different from the norm. In doing so, we also hope to attract those readers who wouldnt normally pick up a fantasy novel."

With four new titles scheduled for release in 2004, and eight in 2005, Riptide Press plans to deliver on its commitment to produce speculative fiction novels of the highest quality.

More information on Riptide Press, Inc., including ordering and distribution information, submission guidelines, and forthcoming titles can be found on the worldwide web at www.riptidepress.com. Dale Sutton can be contacted at 233 Walnut Creek Drive, Clayton NC, 27520, phone: 919-359-7863, fax: 919-882-9924, email: dale.sutton@riptidepress.com.