Phantoms from the Sky Kickstarter is Live!


Dear Rogue Owl readers,

The ROP team is excited to announce that our new anthology project has just launched on Kickstarter!

Phantoms from the Sky

The stars beckon. Cosmic discoveries await. The truth is closer than you think.

Brace yourself for a collection of short fiction that will challenge your perceptions and leave you questioning the boundaries of our reality. In these fourteen tales from acclaimed and emerging authors, the veil between Earth and the cosmos is lifted through awe-inspiring visitations by enigmatic beings from beyond.

From the heart-pounding excitement of close encounters with unidentified flying objects to contemplative reflections on humanity's place in the universe, these stories will transport you to uncharted realms where the ordinary communes with the extraordinary. Phantoms from the Sky showcases a diverse array of voices, each contributing a unique and riveting account of extraterrestrial contact. Journey along as characters grapple with the unknown, witness the wonder of cosmic exploration, and confront profound questions about humanity’s past and future.

Whether you're a seasoned science fiction enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection promises an unforgettable literary odyssey. With each turn of the page, you'll feel the inexorable pull of the stars, experience the thrill of discovery, and face the terror of the unexplained.

About the Phantoms Kickstarter Campaign

The Phantoms from the Sky Kickstarter campaign features a number of Kickstarter-exclusive items, such as a signed first-edition hardcover with specially designed dust jacket, as well as fantastic stretch goal rewards. We would be honored to have your support!

Special Rewards for Backers

To accomplish our publication goals for this anthology and support our incredible writers, we're offering the following rewards for our campaign backers:

  • Limited edition hardcovers of the Phantoms from the Sky anthology. These limited editions are signed by the editor and include a beautifully designed dust jacket.
  • Signed limited edition hardcovers with an exclusive signed 18"x24" poster featuring Phantoms from the Sky cover art, as well as a second signed 18"x24" Rogue Owl Press poster.
  • First-edition Phantoms from the Sky paperbacks signed by the editor.
  • Paperback and hardcover bundles featuring multiple ROP anthologies and novels.
  • Deluxe Rogue Owl Press packages featuring signed paperbacks or signed special edition hardcovers, bundled ROP anthologies and novels, Kickstarter-exclusive signed and numbered 18"x24" posters featuring Phantoms from the Sky cover art, signed and numbered 18"x24" Rogue Owl Press posters, Rogue Owl t-shirts, and Rogue Owl coffee mugs.
  • Ebook edition of Phantoms from the Sky in EPUB and PDF formats.
  • Ebook bundles featuring multiple ROP titles.
  • All print editions include a decorative bookplate that features backer names and a special thank you message for your support. Ebook backers will receive a digital version of the bookplate.

Rogue Owl Press

Rogue Owl Press is an independent publisher specializing in startling stories. We’re drawn to writing that is entertaining, exciting, and captivating, while simultaneously powerful, complex, and genre-bending. We publish novels, anthologies, and collections, as well as provide resources for writers to hone their craft.

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