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Comment: After a discussion with JollyJupiterAuthor, the Forbes article was written by an expert so a reliable WP:SPS per WP:FORBESCON. S0091 (talk) 18:58, 23 February 2024 (UTC)
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| Founded | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Rhett C. Bruno Steve Beaulieu |
| Country of origin | U.S. |
| Publication types | EBook, Softcover, Hardcover, Audiobook, Webcomics |
| Fiction genres | Fantasy, Science Fiction, Thriller, Western |
| Official website | https://aethonbooks.com/ |
Aethon Books is a creator-driven independent press.[1] They are primarily a publisher of science fiction and fantasy ebooks and audiobooks, but have recently expanded into webcomics. [1][2][3][4]
History edit
Aethon Books was founded in 2018 by co-owners IPPY award-winning author Steve Beaulieu[5] and Nebula Award-nominated author Rhett C. Bruno. [2][6] They currently publish over 700 books including several international best-sellers. [7][8] Their library is primarily Gamelit/LitRPG, with some traditional fantasy, science fiction, westerns, thrillers, and other genres.[6][9]
They are based out of New Suffolk, New York, United States of America.[10]
Creators edit
Notable creators associated with Aethon include Lou Diamond Phillips, Felica Day, Larry Correia, Zogarth, Shirtaloon, J.F Brink, Seth Ring, and Matt Dinniman.[6] [11][12]
Awards and Nominations edit
Rhett C. Bruno’s Roach received multiple awards including the 2020 Independent Audiobook Award for best thriller/suspense, and the 2020 Best Indie Book Award for action/adventure. [1]
Rick Partlow’s Direct Fire was Nominated for a Dragon Award in 2021.[13]
Lou Diamond Phillip’s The Tinderbox: Soldier of Indira was nominated for Best Young Adult/Middle Grade Novel for the 2021 Dragon Awards, and was a finalist in Science Fiction for the Independent Audiobook Awards in 2021.[13][14]
Matthew P. Gilbert’s Dead God’s Due was nominated for a Voice Arts Award in 2019.[15]
Webcomic Partnerships edit
Webtoon edit
Aethon announced a collaboration with Webtoon starting in 2024.
Webtoon is adapting fourteen series in a vertical scrolling format. Titles include The Primal Hunter, Dungeon Crawler Carl, and RE:Trailer Trash. [3]
VoyceMe edit
Aethon announced a collaboration with VoyceMe starting in 2024.
VoyceMe is adapting six series to webcomic format including Chrysalis, and Tree of Aeons. [4]
Laurel Pursuit edit
Aethon announced a collaboration with Laurel Pursuit in 2023.
Laurel Pursuit is adapting eight series to webcomic format including, Defiance of the Fall, System Universe, and All The Skills.[16]
Vault Comics edit
Aethon announced a partnership with Vault Comics in 2023.
Vault will publish comic and graphic novel adaptations from Aethon’s authors, while Aethon will provide audiobook and ebook adaptations for Vault’s collection. [1][2] Recent announced titles include He Who Fights With Monsters. [7]
TV & Film edit
Gilbert Adler and Joel Eisenberg signed a first-look deal for Rhett C. Bruno's Roach in 2021.[17]
References edit
- ^ a b c d Salkowitz, Rob. "Vault Comics, Aethon Books Announce Cross Platform Media Partnership". Forbes. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ a b c Kit, Borys (2024-01-30). "Vault Comics, Aethon Books Team for Superhero Graphic Novel 'The Roach' (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ a b Senzatimore, Renee (2024-01-18). "Webtoon Partners With Aethon Books for New Action/Fantasy Webcomic Adaptations". CBR. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ a b "Aethon Books teams with VoyceMe to adapt Six Webcomics!". www.businesswire.com. 2023-10-05. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ "2019 Ebook". ippyawards.com. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ a b c McClellan, Rob (2021-08-10). "About | Aethon Books". aethonbooks.com. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ a b Destito, Deanna (2023-08-10). "EXCLUSIVE: Vault announces HE WHO FIGHTS WITH MONSTERS graphic novel adaptation". The Beat. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ "Webtoon Announces Web Novel Adaptations of The Primal Hunter, Chasing Red, Float and More". Comics. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ "Aethon Books Leaps into Thrillers!". www.businesswire.com. 2023-01-31. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ "Aethon Books - Products, Competitors, Financials, Employees, Headquarters Locations". www.cbinsights.com. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ Perez, Lexy (2020-08-07). "Joan Collins, Giancarlo Esposito and More to Team With Podium Audio for Audiobook Productions". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ "'Rule of Cool' Written by Matthew Siege and Narrated by Felicia Day Is Released!". Nerds and Beyond. 2021-02-17. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ a b locusmag (2021-09-07). "2021 Dragon Awards Winners". Locus Online. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ "2021 EVENT". IndieAudiobookAwards. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ "2019 Nominees – Sovas". Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ "Aethon Books and Laurel Pursuit Announce Major Webcomic Adaptations & Partnership!". www.businesswire.com. 2023-09-29. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ Yanes, Nicholas (2021-05-18). "Gilbert Adler and Joel Eisenberg Sign First-Look Deal with Aethon Books, Developing Rhett C. Bruno's "The Roach"". SciFiPulse.Net. Retrieved 2024-02-21.