Luke Hemsworth, Morgan Freeman, and Lou Ferrigno Lead the Tarzana International Film Festival

Posted on August 26, 2025

The Tarzana International Film Festival (TZIFF) is delivering cinematic excellence, and cutting-edge innova-ion to the heart of the San Fernando Valley. From September 5–7, the red carpet rolls out at the Regal Cinemas at the historic Sherman Oaks Galleria for a jam-packed weekend featuring over 95 diverse films from around the world.

Lou Ferrigno, legendary bodybuilder and the iconic Incredible Hulk, will bring his star power to the Tarzana International Film Festival as a featured Awards Presenter. Joining him on stage are Dee Wallace (E.T.), Wolf Larson (TV’s Tarzan), and Isaac C. Singleton Jr. (Transformers One), among other distinguished presenters.

The festivities kick off with an exclusive opening night reception hosted by Porsche of Woodland Hills, the festival’s Title Sponsor. Guests will then enjoy the west coast festival premiere of ‘Gunner’, an adrenaline-fueled action thriller starring Luke Hemsworth and Morgan Freeman. This cinematic event promises high energy, high stakes, and plenty of Hollywood heat. The celebration concludes with a glamorous closing night gala and awards dinner at the exclusive Braemar Country Club, offering guests an evening of elegance and sweeping views of Tarzana.

This year, TZIFF proudly partners with the inaugural Artificial Intelligence Media Festival (AIMF), a trailblazing showcase of films, music, and visual art created with advanced digital technologies. AIMF will present three full blocks of AI-generated content, offering audiences a groundbreaking glimpse into the future of storytelling.

As one of the first Los Angeles film festivals to spotlight AI-created films, music, and digital art, TZIFF reaffirms its commitment to innovation and cinematic diversity. Complementing the screenings, a special Pop-Up Art Show by digital artist and festival President Jeff Rector will be featured in the Regal Cinemas lobby throughout the festival. Learn more at AIMF.digital.

TZIFF is also honored to welcome back Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., the legacy brand behind some of the most beloved characters in science fiction and adventure, including Tarzan of the Apes® and John Carter of Mars®. As part of the 150th anniversary of Edgar Rice Burroughs’ birth, TZIFF will host a heartfelt tribute to Ron Ely, TV’s unforgettable Tarzan. The tribute will be presented by Lou Ferrigno. In a moment of literary and cinematic pride, the prestigious Edgar Rice Burroughs Legacy Award will be presented to acclaimed author Kevin J. Anderson, celebrated for his work on the Dune saga alongside Brian Herbert.

Additional sponsors and community partners include Regal Cinemas, Keller Williams Luxury Realty, Legacy Mortgage, Clear Channel Outdoor, Dumetz Chiropractic, Coastline Escrow and Braemar Country Club, all supporting a festival devoted to storytelling in every form.

For tickets and festival schedule, visit, https://www.itsmyseat.com/TZIFF/

ABOUT THE TARZANA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (TZIFF)

The mission of the Tarzana International Film Festival is to promote and support inclusive and culturally diverse perspectives and content. TZIFF continues to cultivate independent film and create, develop, discover and celebrate extraordinary filmmaking from around the world. The Tarzana International Film Festival is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Learn more at www.TZIFF.org

ABOUT THE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE MEDIA FESTIVAL (AIMF)

The Artificial Intelligence Media Festival (AIMF) is also a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and exists at the intersection of technology and creativity, where imagination becomes innovation. We are dedicated to showcasing groundbreaking films, music, art, and visionary storytelling shaped by artificial intelligence and computer-generated content. We shine a spotlight on the pioneers redefining what it means to create, express, and connect in a rapidly evolving digital age. AIMF – The Future of Storytelling. Today.

Trademarks Tarzan®, Tarzan of the Apes®, John Carter®, John Carter of Mars®, and Edgar Rice Burroughs® Owned by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., and Used by Permission.

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RENOWNED AUTHOR EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS’ CAVALRY SERVICE
TO BE MEMORIALIZED IN WILLCOX, AZ

Posted on August 19, 2025

 

 

“Tarzan” Creator and Pop Culture’s Influential
“Grandfather of Science Fiction and Fantasy”
Commemorated for His 150th Birthday

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 (Willcox, AZ) – The renowned “Master of Adventure” Edgar Rice Burroughs started his adult life as a cavalryman at Arizona’s Fort Grant in May of 1896. This September, as part of the late author’s 150th birthday celebration, his cavalry service will be memorialized with a monument at the restored Southern Pacific train depot in Willcox, where he arrived on his way to Fort Grant (35 miles north).

The influential creator of Tarzan of the Apes®, John Carter of Mars®, and The Land That Time Forgot® series of stories wrote in his “Autobiography” that he specifically requested “to be sent to the worst post in the United States” and was then promptly assigned to Fort Grant in Arizona Territory, where his troop would spend some time hunting after the Apache Kid and other outlaws.

Many believe that Burroughs’ initial stay in Arizona influenced his first Martian story, Under the Moons of Mars, which begins with the first chapter titled “On the Arizona Hills.” The John Carter Martian stories would go on to influence generations of science fiction and fantasy books and movies, and would inspire many young people to become scientists, engineers, and astronauts. He would later author the books The War Chief and Apache Devil, both set in Arizona during the Apache Wars of the 1860s – 1880s.

This Willcox Edgar Rice Burroughs Chain of Friendship (ECOF) Gathering will take place from September 25 to 28, 2025, with the 7th Cavalry Historical Monument formal dedication ceremony on Saturday, September 27th from 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon near the historic Southern Pacific Railroad Depot.

The monument dedication at the Willcox train depot will include guest speakers and participation of local Buffalo Soldier reenactors. All other convention events will take place at the Elks Lodge #2131 in Willcox, and will include discussion panels, a “huckster” (vendor) room, Guest of Honor and speaker Jeffrey J. Mariotte (author of Tarzan and the Forest of Stone and the forthcoming Beyond Thirty: A World Reborn), Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., speakers, a Saturday night banquet/ dinner, a Tarzan movie screening, and other surprises. Presentations will also be made by ERB great-granddaughter Kathy Bonnaud, Floyd Gray, Bernd Brand, Henry G. Franke III (Colonel, US Army, Retired), Gary A. Buckingham, and others.

These events are sponsored by the Sulphur Springs Valley Historical Society and the Apache Devils chapter of The Burroughs Bibliophiles. The celebration is open to the public for free (except for the dinner and movie), but full attendees can register for a fee that covers a goodie bag, a huckster table, and the Saturday dinner. (Special Event Bags and Contents are Available for the First 50 Registrants.)

This is a must-attend event for fans of Edgar Rice Burroughs and pop-culture historians alike. If you’d like to visit the place where it all began, don’t miss this very special celebration. (Note that some convention activities will require full event registration – the registration form is provided here.)

The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Willcox is offering a special daily room rate of $119 plus taxes for the nights of 25 to 27 September for attendees. The group name is “ECOF.” You can make reservations at this rate by calling the hotel at (520) 384-3333; rooms are limited. The address is 1251 N. Virginia Ave, Willcox, AZ 85643.

If you would like more information about the 2025 ECOF event, please call Frank Puncer at 520.281.1818, or email him at fwpuncer@gmail.com.

Breaking News—An Amazing Discovery!

Frank Puncer has just informed us about some HUGE historic news: The Sulphur Springs Valley Historical Society has discovered Edgar Rice Burroughs’ original signature in the 1896 registry book of the Willcox House/Hotel! The entry reads “Edgar R. Burroughs” and is dated Friday, May 22, 1896, indicating that he checked into the hotel at 5:30 p.m. and stayed in the “S Room,” short for “salesmen’s room”—exactly as he related in his unpublished biography! (Note: We announced at San Diego Comic Con that we will be publishing ERB’s autobiography later this year. Stay tuned for preordering details for Trailblazer: The Autobiography of Tarzan’s Creator, which we will send out to subscribers of our email newsletter on September 1, ERB’s birthday!) This exciting discovery is the first corroborating evidence of ERB’s very first night in the Arizona Territory! 

Just as exciting, we are pleased to announce that the 1896 registry with Edgar Rice Burroughs’ signature will be on display in the Elk’s Lodge during ECOF 2025 for all fans to see.

Trademarks Tarzan®, Tarzan of the Apes®, John Carter®, John Carter of Mars®, The Land That Time Forgot®, The War Chief™, Beyond Thirty™, Edgar Rice Burroughs®, and Master of Adventure™ Owned by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. Used by Permission.

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Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., Announces
John Carter, Warlord of Mars Animated Series

Posted on July 23, 2025

Monday, July 21, 2025 (Tarzana, CA) – Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., representing the estate of the iconic author behind Tarzan® and John Carter of Mars®, is developing an animated series based on the John Carter of Mars novels.

Michael Kogge, who is writing and directing John Carter of Mars: The Audio Series and whose other credits include projects for Lucasfilm (Star Wars), Disney Interactive, Playtone, and Warner Bros., has been tapped to develop the series. Jim Sullos and Wolf Larson will oversee for Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

Edgar Rice Burroughs originated the story of John Carter of Mars in his first novel, A Princess of Mars, over 100 years ago. In 1936, legendary animator Bob Clampett (Looney Tunes) and Burroughs’ son, John Coleman Burroughs, created a test reel to pitch a series of nine-minute animated John Carter shorts to MGM that never came to fruition. This series would be the first time John Carter of Mars has been fully realized in animation.

“In this era of incredible animation, with shows like Castlevania, Blood of Zeus, and Twilight of the Gods pushing the genre of fantasy action-adventure to new heights, there couldn’t be a better time for the Martian saga of John Carter and Princess Dejah Thoris to be told through bold, ground-breaking animation,” Kogge said.

“We’re thrilled to endorse Michael Kogge’s inspired vision for our John Carter animated series, driven by his exceptional direction of John Carter of Mars: The Audio Series,” said Wolf Larson, head of the entertainment division of Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. “Edgar Rice Burroughs’ eleven John Carter novels, combined with the countless comics and authorized stories by other authors, offer a vast tapestry that has inspired cinematic giants like George Lucas and James Cameron. With animation’s soaring popularity, we’re ready to unleash the boundless wonders of Mars in a thrilling epic that will enthrall both loyal fans and new explorers alike.”

“The explosive rise of action-adventure animation has captivated audiences around the world, making it the perfect moment to launch our John Carter animated series. This marks a new era in storytelling for the Edgar Rice Burroughs universe and we’re excited that Michael Kogge will help bring Mars to life,” added Jim Sullos, President of ERB, Inc.

More will be revealed at 2025’s San Diego Comic Con during the Edgar Rice Burroughs panel on Friday, July 25th, 2025 at 4 p.m. in room 32AB at the San Diego Convention Center.

About Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

From its headquarters in Tarzana, California, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., administers the intellectual property of American author Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875–1950), one of the twentieth century’s most prolific and enduring writers. Mr. Burroughs’ stories have been adapted into 60 films and 250 television episodes, and are featured in comic books, video games, apparel, and other merchandise. Through worldwide ownership of copyrights and trademarks, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., oversees authorized adaptations of his literary works in film, television, radio, publishing, theatrical stage productions, licensing, and merchandising. The company is owned by Mr. Burroughs’ heirs and continues to operate from offices the author built in 1927 on the site of his former Tarzana ranch in the San Fernando Valley.

About Michael Kogge

Michael Kogge is an award-winning writer-producer and #1 best-selling author. He currently is writing and directing the official John Carter of Mars: The Audio Series for Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. and Pocket Universe Productions starring Sean Patrick Flanery (Young Indiana Jones), Bruce Boxleitner (Babylon 5), Tim Russ (Star Trek: Voyager), Wasé Chief (Kevin Costner’s Horizon), and Ian McDiarmid (Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith). He has written projects for Lucasfilm, Disney Interactive, Playtone, Warner Bros., and Oscar-nominated actors, and has two television series in active development. He penned the young adult novels of the recent Star Wars sequel trilogy, with his novelization of The Last Jedi reaching #1 on the UK book charts. He is represented by WME and Felker Toczek.

For more information, contact:

James Sullos, President, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., jsullos@erburroughs.com
Wolf Larson, Vice President, ERB Entertainment, wolflarson@erburroughs.com

© Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Trademarks Tarzan®, John Carter®, John Carter of Mars®, A Princess of Mars®, Warlord of Mars®, and Edgar Rice Burroughs® Owned by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

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Tarzan® Swings into Audio

Posted on July 1, 2025

All 24 Original Tarzan Volumes
Now Available as Audiobooks!

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 (Carol Stream, IL / Tarzana, CA) – For the first time ever, the complete adventures of Tarzan, the legendary jungle hero created by Edgar Rice Burroughs, are now available as fully narrated, fully immersive audiobooks. Oasis Audio and Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., are proud to bring this iconic literary legacy to life in a bold new format.

Each audiobook in the series features:

  • The complete text from the Edgar Rice Burroughs Authorized Library edition
  • Historical and literary insights from renowned Tarzan and ERB scholars
  • Narration by acclaimed voice actor Ben Dooley, delivering a powerful and engaging performance
  • Stunning cover art by legendary fantasy artist Joe Jusko, capturing the spirit of the jungle adventure
  • A bonus PDF featuring the novel’s frontispiece artwork by Joe Jusko and current offerings from ERB, Inc.

“It was Edgar Rice Burroughs who sparked my sense of wonder as a young reader, inspiring me to become a lifelong reader,” said Stephen Smith, president of Oasis Family Media. “A half century later, I am so proud to have contributed to his legacy by being the first publisher to release the complete ERB Tarzan canon with the highest quality productions.”

The range of Edgar Rice Burroughs’ literary ape-man is much broader and farther reaching than seen in film and television. In Burroughs’ original stories, Tarzan is highly intelligent, fluent in multiple languages, and a morally complex character who initially struggles with his dual heritage—civilized man and jungle-raised warrior. The literary tales explore themes of romantic adventure, nature vs. civilization, identity, and the ills of colonialism, while at the same time sending Tarzan on incredible journeys to fantastical realms, lost civilizations, dinosaur-filled valleys, and even the hollow world at the Earth’s core.

“This is more than just a reading—it’s a cinematic audio experience,” said Jim Sullos, President of ERB, Inc. “We’re thrilled that Oasis Audio is honoring Edgar Rice Burroughs’ legacy by making these timeless stories accessible to a new generation of listeners.”

The complete library of Tarzan audiobooks is available now from Audible or wherever audiobooks are sold.

About Oasis Audio

Oasis Audio was formed in 1996 as an offshoot of Domain Communications, a radio show syndicator. Boasting a curated collection of over 3,000 audiobooks including over 500 children’s titles. In 2017, Oasis Audio became Oasis Family Media, LLC., as the company ventured into other publishing and entertainment ventures.

About Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

From its headquarters in Tarzana, California, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., administers the intellectual property of American author Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875–1950), one of the twentieth century’s most prolific and enduring writers. Mr. Burroughs’ 80+ novels and 40+ short stories have been adapted into 60 films and 250 television episodes, and are featured in comic books, video games, apparel, and other merchandise. Through worldwide ownership of copyrights and trademarks, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., oversees authorized adaptations of his literary works in film, television, radio, publishing, theatrical stage productions, licensing, and merchandising. The company, which licenses the copyrights and trademarks of Mr. Burroughs’ fictional heroes, including Tarzan of the Apes®, John Carter of Mars®, Carson of Venus®, and many more, is owned by his heirs and operates from offices the author built in 1927 on the site of his former Tarzana ranch in the San Fernando Valley.

For more information, please contact:

Steve Smith, President, Oasis Audio, ssmith@oasisaudio.com
Christopher Paul Carey, VP of Publishing, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., cpcarey@erburroughs.com

© Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Trademarks Tarzan®, Tarzan of the Apes®, Lord Greystoke™, John Carter®, John Carter of Mars®, At the Earth’s Core™, Carson of Venus®, Edgar Rice Burroughs®, Edgar Rice Burroughs Authorized Library™, and Master of Adventure™ Owned by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

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Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. and Rollman Entertainment Announce Two Groundbreaking Anime Series Featuring Tarzan and Korak

Posted on June 5, 2025

Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Tarzana, CA) – Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., representing the estate of the iconic author behind Tarzan® and John Carter of Mars®, has partnered with Los Angeles-based Rollman Entertainment to develop the first-ever anime television series featuring Tarzan and Korak the Killer™ (the son of Tarzan and Jane).

In Tarzanime: Between Two Worlds, Tarzan is reimagined as a young warrior raised on an exotic planet by psychic aliens. Torn between his adoptive family and his human heritage, he leads a resistance against an invasive human force. Meanwhile, Korak the Killer: Legacy of the Wild offers a gritty, visually striking take on Tarzan’s son, exploring identity, survival, and the clash of humanity and nature in a bold anime format.

The initiative comes from Eric Rollman, Emmy-winning producer and head of Rollman Entertainment. With his extensive experience as former President of Marvel Animation/Television and Saban/Fox Family Productions—Rollman helped pioneer Marvel’s anime collaborations with Madhouse (Iron Man, Wolverine) in addition to working on franchises like The Power Rangers, X-Men, Spider-Man, Digimon. More recent projects include Sausage Party (Amazon), Universal Basic Guys (FOX), RAID: Call of the Arbiter, and Skylanders Academy (Netflix).

“It’s a timely first for the team at Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., to iterate their proven IP into anime, connecting through a medium which is resonating so well with today’s worldwide audiences.” said Rollman.

Wolf Larson, head of the entertainment division of Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., added, “We were thrilled when Eric Rollman came to us with the idea of bringing Tarzan and Korak to anime. He brings experience that aligns well with fans eager for new interpretations of classic heroes through an unexplored territory for us. Anime is growing with unstoppable momentum—and a fusion of our beloved IP told through the eyes of an anime lens is something we fully believe both new and loyal fans will fully embrace.”

Tarzan debuted in 1912’s Tarzan of the Apes, raised by apes in the African jungle to become a primal yet noble legend, later uniting with Jane Porter. Korak, introduced in 1915’s The Son of Tarzan, is their son, Jack Clayton, who carves his own fierce path as Korak the Killer. Both have thrived across novels, comics, films, and TV for over a century.

About Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

From its headquarters in Tarzana, California, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., administers the intellectual property of American author Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875–1950), one of the twentieth century’s most prolific and enduring writers. Mr. Burroughs’ stories have been adapted into 60 films and 250 television episodes, and are featured in comic books, video games, apparel, and other merchandise. Through worldwide ownership of copyrights and trademarks, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., oversees authorized adaptations of his literary works in film, television, radio, publishing, theatrical stage productions, licensing, and merchandising. The company is owned by Mr. Burroughs’ heirs and continues to operate from offices the author built in 1927 on the site of his former Tarzana ranch in the San Fernando Valley.

About Rollman Entertainment

Rollman Entertainment is led by former Saban and Marvel President, Eric Rollman who has a proven track record working with well-known brands seeking to navigate and further connect to global audiences through high quality animated and live-action content. Rollman’s clients include Activision, Sony Pictures Television, SeaWorld, The NFL, Crayola, Nexon, Plarium, and Mattel.

For more information, contact:

Eric Rollman, Rollman Entertainment, Inc., Eric@RollmanEnt.com
James Sullos, President, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., jsullos@erburroughs.com
Wolf Larson, Vice President, ERB Entertainment, wolflarson@erburroughs.com

© Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Trademarks Tarzan®, Tarzan of the Apes®, Tarzan and Jane®, Tarzanime™, Korak™, Korak the Killer™, Jane Porter®, John Carter®, John Carter of Mars®, and Edgar Rice Burroughs® Owned by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. Used by Permission.

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Preorder Now: The Monster Men™ and Return of the Monster Men

Posted on May 13, 2025

Spine-Chilling Horror Lurks in
the Edgar Rice Burroughs Universe™

Cover art by Brian LeBlanc

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 (Tarzana, California) Edgar Rice Burroughs’ The Monster Men—the classic tale of horror and what it truly means to be human—sparks to life alongside Return of the Monster Men, a spine-chilling new sequel by Scribe Award-winning author Josh Reynolds! Both books feature bloodcurdling wraparound cover art by veteran fantasy and science fiction illustrator Brian LeBlanc.

The Monster Men and Return of the Monster Men release in October 2025—just in time for Halloween!—and can be preordered now. Each book will be available in trade paperback, standard hardcover, and a limited Collector’s Edition.

Preorder The Monster Men and Return of the Monster Men today!

THE MONSTER MEN by Edgar Rice Burroughs

Cover art by Brian LeBlanc

On a secluded jungle island in the East Indies festers a horrifying secret. There Professor Maxon has fled with his daughter Virginia following the success of his immoral experiments to subvert the laws of nature and create life. Twelve misshapen, hideous things have risen from Maxon’s vats on the island—but Number Thirteen is almost human. Just how human, the latter will soon discover when he encounters Virginia, who awakens him to a strange new potential. But a treacherous ally and a cutthroat band of pirates have their sights on both Virginia and her father’s treasure chest, and they will stop at nothing to possess them. Now Number Thirteen must confront not only his own abominable past and the cruelty of his human antagonists, but also the frightful, soulless monsters that rove the isle of terror thirsting for violence and blood.

Includes the Bonus Story “Elmer”
The Rare Original Draft of
“The Resurrection of Jimber-Jaw”!
by Edgar Rice Burroughs

A prehistoric man from the Old Stone Age wakes up in fifty thousand years later in a world of corruption, vice, and greed.

The first published version of this story appeared in the February 20, 1937 issue of Argosy Weekly under the title “The Resurrection of Jimber-Jaw” and was heavily rewritten by the magazine editor. The version of the tale included in this new edition of The Monster Men is taken from Edgar Rice Burroughs’ original manuscript, and has seen only a single publication in a rare, out-of-print hardcover collection.

Hardcover Limited Collector’s Edition

The hardcover Collector’s Edition of The Monster Men features:

  • A special ERB Universe bookplate signed by ERB Universe Creative Director Christopher Paul Carey and a facsimile signature of Edgar Rice Burroughs
  • An ERB Universe trading card featuring Brian LeBlanc’s cover art for the novel
  • A limited print run of only 200 copies

Collectible Trading Card Only with Collector’s Edition

 

Wraparound cover art by Brian LeBlanc

Preorder your copy of The Monster Men by Edgar Rice Burroughs today!

RETURN OF THE MONSTER MEN by Josh Reynolds

Cover art by Brian LeBlanc

Thirteen months after their horrifying experiences in the East Indies, Bulan—the man once known as Townsend J. Harper, Jr.—and his fiancée Virginia return the isle of terror where their adventures began. In their hearts lies a burning question: What truly happened to Number Thirteen, the soulless monster unleashed from Professor Maxon’s vats? But they are little prepared for the answer, or to confront the shadowy faction of a foreign power that has seized the island hoping to unearth its dread secrets for nefarious purposes. And when a new brood of monsters emerges from the vats and is let loose upon the island, no one is safe…for Number Thirteen is alive and well, and he is angry—as are his terrifying, monstrous kin, who seek vengeance for their own unholy creation.

Includes the Bonus Novelette
“Weird Worlds: Dead on Venus”
by Mike Wolfer

Unable to return to Earth, the crew of the fantastic airship Favonia finds themselves thrust into a life-or-death battle for survival in the storm-drenched jungles of the planet Amtor…also known as Venus! Trapped within an ancient fortress, the only hope for Captain Douglas Conover and two of his shipmates lies in their new Amtorian ally, Carson Napier. But how can the Earthly heroes and a squad of Amtorian warriors hope to prevail against the attacking horde of zombie soldiers intent on their destruction?

Hardcover Limited Collector’s Edition

The hardcover Collector’s Edition of Return of the Monster Men features:

  • A special ERB Universe bookplate signed by authors Josh Reynolds and Mike Wolfer as well as a facsimile autograph of Edgar Rice Burroughs
  • An ERB Universe trading card featuring Brian LeBlanc’s cover art for the novel
  • A limited print run of only 200 copies

Collectible Trading Card Only with Collector’s Edition

 

Wraparound cover art by Brian LeBlanc

Preorder your copy of Return of the Monster Men by Josh Reynolds today!

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

 

Edgar Rice Burroughs: Master of Adventure™

The creator of the immortal characters Tarzan of the Apes® and John Carter of Mars®, Edgar Rice Burroughs is one of the world’s most popular authors. Mr. Burroughs’ timeless tales of heroes and heroines transport readers from the jungles of Africa and the dead sea bottoms of Barsoom® to the miles-high forests of Amtor™ and the savage inner world of Pellucidar®, and even to alien civilizations Beyond the Farthest Star™. Mr. Burroughs’ books are estimated to have sold hundreds of millions of copies, and they have spawned 60 films and 250 television episodes.

Josh Reynolds

A professional author since 2007, Josh Reynolds has over thirty novels to his name, three of which won the Scribe Award, in addition to have written numerous short stories, novellas, and audio scripts. Born and raised in South Carolina, he now resides in Sheffield with his wife and daughter, as well as a highly excitable dog and something he hopes is a cat. A complete list of his work can be found at his website.

Mike Wolfer

Mike Wolfer has been a professional writer and illustrator for more than thirty years. He is the author of the Edgar Rice Burroughs Universe novel The Land That Time Forgot: Fortress Primeval as well as three prior ERB Universe Universe prose novellas (“Victory Harben: Clash on Caspak,” “Beyond the Farthest Star: Escape on Zandar,” “Weird Worlds: Voyage into Terror.”). Additionally, he has been a key talent working on the canonical ERB Universe comic books, including Jane Porter, Victory Harben, Pellucidar, The Land That Time Forgot, The Monster Men, and The Moon Maid. Best known for his Widow series, Wolfer is also the creator of the Daughters of the Dark Oracle franchise, and has worked on numerous licensed properties.

EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS UNIVERSE™

A century before the term “crossover” became a buzzword in popular culture, Edgar Rice Burroughs created the first expansive, fully cohesive literary universe. Coexisting in this vast cosmos was a pantheon of immortal heroes and heroines—Tarzan of the Apes®, Jane Porter®, John Carter®, Dejah Thoris®, Carson Napier™, and David Innes™ being only the best known among them. In Burroughs’ 80-plus novels, their epic adventures transported them to the strange and exotic worlds of Barsoom®, Amtor™, Pellucidar®, Caspak™, and Va-nah™, as well as the lost civilizations of Earth and even realms Beyond the Farthest Star™. Now the Edgar Rice Burroughs Universe expands in an all-new series of canonical tales written by today’s talented authors!

© Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Trademarks The Monster Men™, Weird Worlds™, Tarzan®, Tarzan of the Apes®, Jane Porter®, John Carter®, John Carter of Mars®, Dejah Thoris®, Barsoom®, Amtor™, Carson Napier™, Pellucidar®, David Innes™, The Land That Time Forgot®, Caspak™, The Moon Maid™, Beyond the Farthest Star™, Victory Harben™, Edgar Rice Burroughs®, Edgar Rice Burroughs Universe™, ERB Universe™, and Master of Adventure™ Owned by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

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John Carter of Mars: The Audio Series Casting News,
Plus Gallery of ERB Kickstarter Ending Soon!

Posted on April 11, 2025

Pocket Universe Productions and Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.,  are thrilled to announce that Tony and Olivier award-winning actor Ian McDiarmid has joined John Carter of Mars®: The Audio Series as the Man in the Atmosphere Factory, the mysterious engineer who teaches John Carter the deepest secrets of Mars.

Perhaps best known for playing the villainous Emperor in George Lucas’s STAR WARS saga, the Scottish McDiarmid has appeared on stage in leading roles on Broadway and London’s West End and has worked with many of the world’s top film directors, including Tim Burton and James Gray.

On radio, he most notably voiced Satan in the BBC Radio 4’s adaptation of John Milton’s PARADISE LOST and also Prospero in the 2021 BBC Radio 3 production of THE TEMPEST. McDiarmid’s most recent roles include the drifter Davies in a stage revival of Harold Pinter’s THE CARETAKER and the dual leads of Geoffrey and Sibelius in the world premiere of Julian Barnes’s play THE LEMON TABLE, directed by Michael Grandage.

We are thrilled to have Ian in our production. Trust us when we say you will not hear another character like him!

John Carter of Mars: The Audio Series on PledgeBox

For those of you who have not backed, you can still join in on the fun thorough our Pre-Order Store on PledgeBox where you can purchase some of the exclusive Kickstarter items, including new ones, while supplies last.

New Exclusive Items on PledgeBox:

New! 28” x 18” Audio Series Movie-Style Poster – Show your love for the audio series on the wall in a “movie-style” poster with logo, credits, and the legendary A Princess of Mars art by Frank Frazetta, in partnership with Frazetta Girls!

New! Limited Edition Warlord of Mars T-Shirt – This is an all-new shirt, with art by Robert Abbett from the paperback.

Stay tuned for the reveal of more exciting reveals as we head into the studio to finally begin recording!

LAST CHANCE—Mike Wolfer’s Gallery of Edgar Rice Burroughs
Kickstarter Campaign Ending Soon!

The Kickstarter campaign for Mike Wolfer’s Gallery of Edgar Rice Burroughs ends on Sunday, April 13! Officially licensed by ERB, Inc., this comic book features 32 beautiful full-page illustrations of various Burroughs characters such as Jane Porter, The Moon Maid, Dian the Beautiful of Pellucidar, Carson of Venus, Victory Harben, and many more, including See-ta the Savage from the lost prehistoric world of The Land That Time Forgot­! Also included in the campaign is Creating Edgar Rice Burroughs Universe Illustrated Epics, a 48-page guidebook full of comics scripting advice and page layout tips, as well as dozens of behind-the-scenes character and location design sketches from series like The Land That Time Forgot, The Monster Men, Victory Harben, Pellucidar, Carson of Venus, and more! Don’t miss out—back the campaign today!

© Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Trademarks John Carter®, John Carter of Mars®, Warlord of Mars®, Tarzan®, Jane Porter®, Carson of Venus®, Pellucidar®, Dian the Beautiful, The Land That Time Forgot®, See-ta the Savage™, The Moon Maid™, The Monster Men™, Victory Harben, Edgar Rice Burroughs®, Edgar Rice Burroughs Universe™, ERB Universe, and Edgar Rice Burroughs Universe Illustrated Epics™ Owned by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. Associated logos, characters, names, and the distinctive likenesses thereof are trademarks or registered trademarks of Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

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Shipping Soon: Pirates of Venus: The Illustrators Edition from ERB Books

Posted on March 11, 2025

SHIPPING UPDATE FROM OUR FRIENDS AT ERB BOOKS: “Pirates of Venus: The Illustrators Edition is in the final stages of production. Much of the remaining work will be done by hand. The best estimation is that sets should ship in 2–3 weeks.”

Pirates of Venus: The Illustrators Edition

You are invited to preorder this very special curated edition of Pirates of Venus—the first book in the Amtor series by Edgar Rice Burroughs. The book features over 100 illustrations by an dazzling array of ERB artists including Gary Gianni, William Stout, Michael Kaluta, Richard Hescox, Thomas Yeates, Mark Schultz, Daren Bader, Doug Klauba, Laurence Schwinger, Mark Wheatley, and Thomas Grindberg. In addition, it includes all sixteen of the illustrations by Fortunino Matania for Pirates of Venus originally published in The Passing Show in 1933 as well as classic illustrations by J. Allen St. John, Samuel Cahan, Paul Stahr, Roy Krenkel, Frank Frazetta, Jeffrey Catherine Jones, Reed Crandall, and Al Williamson. The book is printed on archival paper, Symth-sewn with 20+ color plates tipped in, bound in a leather cover, double stamped in gold, and wrapped in an original dust jacket. The set is housed, with a collector’s portfolio and other bonus items, in a decorated and illustrated leather clamshell case.

The vintage-style collector’s portfolio contains a carefully selected archive of rare items related to the creation and publication of Pirates of Venus. These include replicas of letters from ERB to his son with early ideas for Amtor, outlines and drawings from the author’s notebook, manuscript pages, 1930’s ERB Inc. postcard and advertising dust jacket , first newspaper installment of Pirates of Venus in the Honolulu Star Bulletin from 1935, first pages of an unpublished Carson of Venus story, poster size reproductions of artwork, and a number of other surprise bonus items.

The edition will be limited to 548 numbered and 52 lettered sets signed by the contributors. It is the fifth matching set in the “New World” series launched by ERB Books in 2020 with A Princess of Mars. Each set celebrates the first appearance of one of ERB’s newly created realms filled with fantastic kingdoms, cultures and creatures.

​Prices have not increased for this edition:

The numbered edition (#1-548) ……………. $349.99
The Lettered Edition (A-ZZ) …………………… $449.99 (all sets are reserved – contact info@erbbooks to be placed on a waiting list.)

Payment plans available – contact info@erbbooks

Those who ordered The Moon Maid: The Centennial Edition will receive the same number/letter set for Pirates of Venus: The Illustrators Edition. Please confirm your set number when you order.

International orders can now be made through ERB Books’ website.

Preorder Pirates of Venus: The Illustrators Edition today from our friends at ERB Books!

Upcoming Events

Los Angeles Vintage Paperback Collectors Show – Sunday, March 24, 2025

Once again we are returning to the L.A. Vintage Collector’s Paperback Show in Glendale, CA! Stop by and say “Kaor!” to our team, and check out our selection of ERB books and t-shirts for sale! The show runs from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

WonderCon – March 28–30, 2025

If you’re in the Southern California area, come join the ERB, Inc., team at WonderCon in Anaheim, CA, for a celebration of 150 years of Edgar Rice Burroughs! We will be at booth #1119 with a bounty of Tarzan, John Carter, and ERB Universe books, t-shirts, and other merchandise, and please stop by our panel at 1:00 P.M. in Room 211.

Tarzan’s Creator Celebrates 150 Years

SATURDAY, 1:00 – 2:00 P.M.
Room 211

Tarzan’s Creator Celebrates 150 Years! A century and a half ago, a man was born who changed the face of popular culture, writing some of the most iconic and bestselling books of the twentieth century and spawning a multimedia franchise that has endured to this day—Edgar Rice Burroughs, creator of Tarzan of the Apes and John Carter of Mars! Join the team at Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.—James Sullos (President), Cathy Wilbanks (VP of Pperations), and Christopher Paul Carey (VP of Publishing)—who will discuss this monumental milestone as well as announce the next wave of forthcoming Edgar Rice Burroughs projects. Wolf Larson—writer, producer, former Tarzan TV star, and now head of ERB Entertainment—will also be on hand to discuss the company’s new entertainment division, including an ERB Universe animated TV series in development and other exciting prospects for both both the big and small screens!

© Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Trademarks Carson of Venus®, Amtor™, Tarzan®, Tarzan of the Apes®, John Carter®, John Carter of Mars®,  A Princess of Mars®, The Moon Maid™, Edgar Rice Burroughs®, and Edgar Rice Burroughs Universe™ Owned by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. Associated logos, characters, names, and the distinctive likenesses thereof are trademarks or registered trademarks of Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. Used by Permission.

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Preorder Now: GAUNTLETS OF MARS: A Novel of Barsoom®
by Chris L Adams

Posted on February 25, 2025

Cover art by Douglas Klauba

In the novel Dark Tides of Mars, author Chris L Adams transported readers back in time to Barsoom’s glory days, before the oceans evaporated and its proud peoples were forced to construct an atmosphere factory to keep themselves alive on a dying world. Now, learn why Barsoom was fated to face such an ecological apocalypse in this thrilling sequel, Gauntlets of Mars: A Novel of Barsoom, the newest volume in the Wild Adventures of Edgar Rice Burroughs series!

Gauntlets of Mars features cover art and interior illustrations by renowned visual artist Douglas Klauba, and will be available in paperback, standard hardcover, and a hardcover Collector’s Edition. The book is expected to ship to customers Summer 2025.

Across the Seas of Time

Stranded one million years ago in the glory days of Barsoom, when great oceans spanned the planet’s now-barren deserts, warrior-scientist Dat Voga has faced some serious obstacles since he and his companion arrived in the middle of a hurricane. But the most serious challenge is yet to be overcome. The longer Dat Voga remains in the past, the more likely he will cause irreparable damage to the future…a future in which he and his friends may cease to exist. But with the secret to returning to his own era locked in the head of a deranged madman who dwells in another age, his fate may be sealed before his life even begins.

Sample interior illustrations by Douglas Klauba

Special Offer with Preorder of Hardcover Collector’s Edition—Collectible Trading Card and Signed Bookplate!

All preorders of the hardcover Collector’s Edition of Gauntlets of Mars placed directly from ERB, Inc.’s online store will come with an exclusive collectible trading card featuring the book’s cover art by Douglas Klauba.

The hardcover Collector’s Edition is limited to only 200 copies and will feature a special bookplate signed by author Chris L Adams, artist Douglas Klauba, and ERB, Inc., President and Wild Adventures of ERB Series Editor James Sullos, along with a facsimile of Edgar Rice Burroughs’ signature.

Get this special offer only by preordering Gauntlets of Mars: A Novel of Barsoom from our online store and selecting the option for the hardcover Collector’s Edition.

The Wild Adventures of Edgar Rice Burroughs™

In the Wild Adventures of Edgar Rice Burroughs series, today’s authors innovate and expand upon Burroughs’ classic tales of wonder in truly wild fashion, even moving his characters and storylines outside the bounds of canon to alternate universes!

Preorder your copy of Gauntlets of Mars: A Novel of Barsoom today!

About Chris L Adams (Author)

Chris spent years playing guitar in various bands and during that time was more of a voracious reader than a writer. After his last band collapsed, he turned from writing songs to writing stories, including his Barsoom duology, Dark Tides of Mars and Gauntlets of Mars.

In addition to writing, Chris also dabbles in painting; the cover art for his latest novel, A Savage from Atlantis, was created from one of his paintings. More information about Chris and his works can be found on his website, including links, a list of available stories, and other items of interest.

Chris resides in Southern West Virginia with his wife and daughter.

About Douglas Klauba (Illustrator)

An award-winning illustrator, Douglas Klauba was born and raised in Chicago, and is a graduate of the American Academy of Art. His paintings have been included in the art annuals of Spectrum: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art, the Society of Illustrators, and Imagine FX magazine. He was Artist Guest of Honor at the 2016 Burroughs Bibliophiles Dum-Dum convention, and he previously provided artwork for the novels Tarzan Trilogy, Untamed Pellucidar, Tarzan and the Valley of Gold, The Girl from Hollywood Centennial Edition, Tarzan and the Forest of Stone, and Dark Tides of Mars, all published by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

About Edgar Rice Burroughs

The creator of the immortal characters Tarzan of the Apes™ and John Carter of Mars®, Edgar Rice Burroughs is one of the world’s most popular authors. His timeless tales of heroes and heroines transport readers from the jungles of Africa and the dead sea bottoms of Barsoom to the miles-high forests of Amtor and the savage inner world of Pellucidar, and even to alien civilizations Beyond the Farthest Star™. Mr. Burroughs’ books are estimated to have sold hundreds of millions of copies, and they have spawned 60 films and 250 television episodes.

© Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Trademarks John Carter®, John Carter of Mars®, Barsoom®, Tarzan®, Tarzan of the Apes™, Pellucidar®, Beyond the Farthest Star™, The Girl from Hollywood™, Edgar Rice Burroughs®, and The Wild Adventures of Edgar Rice Burroughs™ Owned by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. Associated logos, characters, names, and the distinctive likenesses thereof are trademarks or registered trademarks of Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

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Edgar Rice Burroughs Universe Animated TV Series in Development

Posted on February 19, 2025

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 (Tarzana, California) Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., the company founded by the creator of Tarzan® and John Carter of Mars®, and Flying S Films LLC, a Seattle-based studio dedicated to producing unique feature film and episodic properties for a worldwide audience, are excited to announce a partnership to develop an animated television series featuring the sci-fi protagonist Victory Harben™. In the show, Victory will find herself hurled into adventures alongside an array of iconic heroes such as Tarzan®, Jane Porter®, John Carter®, Dejah Thoris®, Carson of Venus®, and other characters inhabiting the rich science fiction and fantasy setting of the Edgar Rice Burroughs Universe™ (ERB Universe™).

The team at Flying S Films is headed by showrunner Scott Swan and producer Stuart Lowder, with Swan and Taylor Lowder on board to write the series. Rounding out the team is Ray Hansel Morales as line producer and Gene Alexander as executive producer.

Showrunner Scott Swan states, “It is my conviction that the upcoming success of the Victory Harben animated series lies in a deep love and abiding respect for the creations of Edgar Rice Burroughs. The scope, majesty, richness of the ERB Universe, combined with the complexity of the Victory Harben character, will allow us to create a series that captivates new audiences and delights longtime fans.”

“Long before anyone ever conceived of comic book and cinematic universes,” says Wolf Larson, head of ERB Entertainment, the film and television division of ERB, Inc., “Edgar Rice Burroughs created a cosmos of extraordinary worlds and heroes that crossed over in the storylines of his many best-selling novels and series: tales of Tarzan®, Barsoom® (Mars), Amtor™ (Venus), Pellucidar® (the prehistoric world At the Earth’s Core™), The Land That Time Forgot®, and Beyond the Farthest Star™, to name only a few. The Edgar Rice Burroughs Universe is one of the most expansive and rollicking adventure settings ever to appear in popular culture. Now, for the first time, we are thrilled to see the whole interconnected ERB Universe being developed for the screen by the top-notch creative talent at Flying S Films.”

Victory Harben first appeared in a new series of novels, short stories, comic books, and graphic novels published and licensed by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., and was recently featured prominently in a collectible card game and other merchandise. The character is the creation of ERB Universe creative director Christopher Paul Carey, who also holds the role of Vice President of Publishing at the company.

“Victory Harben is the perfect gateway to the ERB Universe,” says Jim Sullos, President of Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. “She’s smart, likable, and during the course of her adventures will come to find her place in the heroic lineage of Edgar Rice Burroughs’ literary creations. We are extremely pleased with the vision Flying S Films is bringing to the project, and look forward to audiences accompanying Victory on her fantastic escapades and becoming enchanted with Mr. Burroughs’ universe of high adventure.”

ABOUT EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS, INC.

From its headquarters in Tarzana, California, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., administers the intellectual property of American author Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875–1950), one of the twentieth century’s most prolific and enduring writers. Mr. Burroughs’ stories have been adapted into 60 films and 250 television episodes, and are featured in comic books, video games, apparel, and other merchandise. Through worldwide ownership of copyrights and trademarks, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., oversees authorized adaptations of his literary works in film, television, radio, publishing, theatrical stage productions, licensing, and merchandising. The company is owned by Mr. Burroughs’ heirs and continues to operate from offices the author built in 1927 on the site of his former Tarzana ranch in the San Fernando Valley.

ABOUT FLYING S FILMS

Flying S Films, headquartered in Edmonds, Washington, is centered on the partnership of Scott Swan and Stuart Lowder. Long-term animation and video game professionals, Scott has been involved with the production of multiple video game titles at EA, Microsoft, and THQ, along with animated films Valiant and Happy Feet. Stuart is best known for his work on Carmen Sandiego games and the animated features Happy Feet, Where the Wild Things Are, Scoob!, and Tom and Jerry.

For more information, please contact:
James Sullos, President, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc., jsullos@erburroughs.com
Wolf Larson, Vice President, ERB Entertainment, wolflarson@erburroughs.com
Scott Swan, Showrunner, Flying S Films LLC, sswan@flyingsfilms.com
Stuart Lowder, Producer, Flying S Films LLC, slowder@flyingsfilms.com

Download Press Release PDF: Edgar Rice Burroughs Universe Animated TV Series in Development

Victory Harben art by Alessandro Ranaldi and Bruna Costa © Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

© Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Trademarks Edgar Rice Burroughs®, Edgar Rice Burroughs Universe™, ERB Universe™, Victory Harben™, Tarzan®, Jane Porter®, John Carter®, John Carter of Mars®, Dejah Thoris®, Barsoom®, Carson of Venus®, Amtor™, Pellucidar®, At the Earth’s Core™, The Land That Time Forgot®, and Beyond the Farthest Star™ Owned by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc. Associated logos, characters, names, and the distinctive likenesses thereof are trademarks or registered trademarks of Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.

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