New Children's Book - The Promise of Zorro

 

Coming August 1, 2021 - the first Zorro children's book to be released in decades. Author Heather Anderson is a gifted storyteller. Her wonderfully written and fully illustrated children's story is sure to be an instant classic, kids will love. 

A magnificent new children's book authorized by Zorro Productions Incorporated: THE PROMISE OF ZORRO, written and illustrated by Heather Anderson, from Bold Venture Press. Cover by Francisco Silva. (Spanish version to follow) 

https://www.boldventurepress.com/the-promise-of-zorro/

Bullying creates, in some people, a desire to crush it. Often a champion arises - sometimes an imaginary one - whether it be a group of avengers or one superhero. In the pueblo of Los Angeles, California, nearly 200 years ago, a bad behavior had crept in - bullying began.

Then - out of the mystery of the unknown - appeared a boy who promised himself when he grew up, he would always fight the bullies with clever ways and not be a bully himself. He grew up to fight all injustice. He inspired the people to rise up to resist cruelty. 

That man became the first masked superhero... Zorro! 

Zorro and The Irish Colonel - New Zorro Book

HOLD ONTO YOUR HAT... SWORD... MASK!

COMING SOON from Bold Venture Press by Eugene Craig... ZORRO AND THE IRISH COLONEL (cover by Francisco Silva), based on the masked pulp fiction hero created by Johnston McCulley... In the pueblo of Los Angeles, California, a dread malady crept in.... the disease of oppression... but there appeared a masked rider who became a hero to the oppressed, who - cunning as a fox - in the language of the Latinos, was called El Zorro. But this story doesn't actually begin with Zorro. The story begins with the passengers on a coach from San Pedro, heading for Los Angles. Among those on the coach is a young boy and his mother, and a seemingly amicable Irish Colonel. However, concealed behind the affable appearance is a man with a sordid history who carries a dark secret. In Los Angeles, he intends to avenge the death of men slaughtered in his regiment. Would he carry his retribution into the ranks of the innocent? Sign up for the newsletter at www.boldventurepress.com and watch for the upcoming release of this Disney-style Zorro adventure.

Henry Darrow Dead at 87

 

Henry Darrow passed away on March 14, 2021. He was 87. Henry's career spanned sixty years. He will be best remembered as Manolio Montoya on the television western series The High Chaparral. The series five-year run made Darrow a household name and launched him into stardom. He would go on to appear in hundreds of TV series and films. Fans will also remember Henry as the loveable Don Alejandro de la Vega on the 1990s Family Channel series Zorro. His appearance opposite Duncan Regehr endeared him to millions of viewers around the globe. 

Henry's life was chronicled in the book Henry Darrow Lightning in the Bottle authored by Henry and his friend Jan Pippins. The book gives an intimate look at the life and career of the trailblazer Latino actor. 

Henry Darrow will be remembered as the only actor to hold the distinction of playing Zorro in three different Hollywood television series - The New Adventures of Zorro (1981), Zorro and Son (1983), and Zorro (1994) in the episode Like Father, Like Son. Henry also holds the distinction of being the only of play the father of Zorro in two different series: Zorro and Son (1983) and Zorro (1991-93). He is also the first Latino actor to play Zorro in a Hollywood production. 

Henry Darrow was an actor, beloved husband, and a dear friend to many. He was always gracious and more than generous with his time. He was funny, loveable, and kind. Adored and loved by thousands, he will be missed. But not forgotten. Goodbye, Henry. Thank you for bringing us so many smiles and great times and good memories over the many years. 

Duncan Regehr ONLINE Q&A November 27, 2020

 



Full Empire Promotions will be hosting a live online Q&A with Duncan Regehr on November 27, 2020. Follow the links below to take part in the Q&A session.

LET IT BEGIN!
We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a Digital Fan Event with The Monster Squad, Zorro, V the series, and Star Trek star DUNCAN REGEHR on November 27th!

4pm ET - Duncan will be doing a virtual Q&A that will stream LIVE to the Full Empire Promotions Facebook & YouTube accounts!

Feel free to watch along and ask Duncan some questions!

5pm ET - Directly after the Q&A, you can join Duncan on ZOOM for a 1 on 1 video meet and greet! You can have 5 minutes to chat with Duncan about anything, and we will even email you a recording of your meeting! You will need to download the ZOOM app for this. The app is free and very easy to use from anywhere in the world!

Autographs are available for pre-order! You can mail in your own item to be signed, or select one of the photos we have to offer!

Video Greetings are also available! These are 30-40 second shoutout videos from Duncan that are recorded just for you! (Happy Birthday, Get Well, or just general fan message!)

All sales end at 5pm ET on November 27th! Don't miss out!

For all info, please visit http://fullempirepromotions.com/

Duncan Regehr

ACTION! ADVENTURE! And ROMANCE! ZORRO!

The Covid-19 pandemic has forced most people around the globe to alter their routines and even their lifestyles. After months of being stuck at home due to lockdowns and restrictions, you may be experiencing boredom. Perhaps you're running out of things to do. If you need to leave the house and escape to a world of action, adventure, and romance then step back in time to the era of Spanish California.  Return to the days when tyrants ruled with fear when oppression, injustice, and tyranny were the order of the day. Discover the one man who had the courage of a lion but had to use the cunning of a fox to fight the government's corruption and cruelty. Ride with the greatest hero of them all... ZORRO! 

Guy Williams starred as Zorro in Walt Disney's Zorro television series which ran in the late 1950s for 82 episodes.

Out of the night... When the full moon is bright.. Comes a horseman known as Zorro.

This bold renegade... Carves a "Z" with his blade... A "Z" that stands for Zorro

Walt Disney's Zorro starring Guy Williams. Zorro duels the evil Capitan Monastario.

From 1990-1994 Duncan Regehr starred in 88 episodes of the Family Channel's Zorro television series.

When daggers are pointed at innocent hearts and muskets are ready to fire

When tyrants ride high and govern with fear

As the forces of evil conspire

Then from out of the night, a hero must rise

with courage that even a mask won't disguise

They turn to the man called Zorro

The Family Channel Zorro also know as New World Zorro. Watch the trailer.  

ZORRO The Original Action Adventure Hero

Before there was Indiana Jones. Before there was James Bond. Before The Lone Ranger. Before Batman, Superman, Spiderman, or Ironman. Before Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader met in a galaxy far, far away. Before James T. Kirk stepped aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise. There was ZORRO. 

Zorro is the original action-adventure hero. A handsome caballero consumed by art, poetry, and science by day and a sword-wielding, whip cracking, hero by night. Dressed all in black Zorro fights the tyranny, injustice, and oppression of wealthy landowners and corrupt government officials of Spanish California. He races up and down El Camino Real (The King's Highway) on his coal-black horse at breakneck speed to come to the aid of those in need or to outrun the soldiers who chase after him. While his enemies dream of ending his exploits by running him through with their blade or hanging him with a rope, his dashing and daring escapades ignite romance and passion in the hearts of the beautiful senoritas. Like the treacherous men who pursue him, they too dream of unmasking this fearless rogue. Only, they desire his affections and not his life. 

In recent years, Zorro has returned in all-new stories, both in print and in audio. Read or listen as Zorro outwits vile, scheming men. duels the most skilled swordsmen and romances the most beautiful ladies in all California.

Bold Venture Press Zorro Books

From Bold Venture Press. The complete Johnston McCulley Zorro story collection, available in six volumes.

https://www.boldventurepress.com/zorro/

From Bold Venture Press: Zorro and the Little Devil by multi-award-winning author Peter David. A limited number of signed copies are available.

https://www.boldventurepress.com/zorro-and-the-little-devil/

From Bold Venture Press: Zorro The Daring Escapades. Featuring stories from authors John L. French, Richard A. Lupoff, Joseph A. Lovece, Robert Scott Cranford, Will Murray, William Patrick Maynard, Bret Bouriseau, Francisco Silva, and Zorro fan favorites Pamela Elbert Poland, Diana Barkley, Susan Kite, Mari K. Ross, Linda Bindner, Eugene Craig, and Daryl McCullough.

A limited number of copies signed by either Daniel Horne or William Maynard are available.

https://www.boldventurepress.com/zorro-the-daring-escapades/

From Blackstone Publishing: The Mark of Zorro. A full-cast audio drama with music and sound effects featuring the voice talents of Val Kilmer (Top Gun, Tombstone, Batman), Ruth Livier (Ylse, Resurrection Blvd), Meshach Taylor (Designing Women), Armin Shimerman (Star Trek DS9), Elizabeth Pena (La Bamba, Rush Hour) and an incredible cast.

The Mark of Zorro

From Bear Manor Media: American Radio Theater's Zorro The Legend Begins. A full-cast audio drama with music and sound effects. Based on the original story by Daryl McCullough this all-new, action-packed, fun-filled adventure that pays tribute to the many incarnations of Zorro. 

Zorro The Legend Begins

From Brilliance Audio: Colonial Radio Theatre's Zorro and the Pirate Raiders and Zorro Rides Again. The sequel stories to Johnston McCulley's The Mark of Zorro. Both audios feature a full cast of actors along with superb music and sound effects. 

Zorro and The Pirate Raiders

Zorro Rides Again

Zorro at Pulp Adventure Con in New Jersey

 

Pulp Adventure Con was held in Mount Laurel, New Jersey over the weekend of November 7th and 8th. The convention boasted offerings from 16 vendors ranging from authors, publishers, and dealers. Among the publishers were Bold Venture Press, Adventure House, Gryphon Books, Fenham Publishing, and Murania Press. On hand were authors Martin Grams, William Patrick Maynard, Wayne Carey, and Peter David who dressed at The Shadow. The show featured vintage comics and pulp magazines along with newly released material by modern authors. Easy to find were tales of classic characters such as The Shadow, Tarzan, Doc Savage, Flash Gordon, John Carter, Dick Tracey, Black Bat, Domino Lady, Alan Quartermaine, Zorro, and more. The art, comic, book, and pulp magazine displays were enjoyed by the book lovers and collectors who wandered the ballroom. 

The event had a nice turnout considering it was being held during a pandemic.

 

Zorro The Daring Escapades oil painting by Daniel Horne. For sale: $1800 

Walt Disney Zorro comic books.

Rich Harvery of Bold Venture Press at Pulp Adventure Con 2020.

Best-selling author Peter David and Audrey Parente of Bold Venture Press at Pulp Adventure Con 2020.

Peter David and Audrey Parente

Titles from Bold Venture Press 

Peter David as The Shadow sits at a table displaying some of his books.

Peter David as The Shadow

Some titles available from Bold Venture Press.

From Bold Venture Press

https://www.boldventurepress.com/