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Fabricating ‘The Regent’s Devices’

Authors Shelley Adina and R.E. Scott discuss their new Regency-era steampunk series

Staff Report | May 11, 2022

Shelley Adina and R.E. Scott joined forces on The Emperor’s Aeronaut, a new novel that kicks off The Regent’s Devices trilogy. We spoke with the authors about the series, their collaborative process, and how they perform historical research.

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Steampunk Digest - May 13, 2022

Our weekly roundup of news and other happenings in the steampunk world

Staff Report | May 13, 2022

C.O.G.S. Expo preview; Q&A with Adina and Scott; Latest from Paul Eccentric; Steampunk works up for Locus Awards; Award for The Brass Queen; New Doctor Who; New Victor Sierra tune; Weekend events; Big plans for 2023 Stupid Cupid.

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Victor and the Bully Lead Music Lineup at C.O.G.S. Expo in New Jersey

Staff Report | May 10, 2022

Other guests include Madame Askew and The Grand Arbiter plus Montague Jacques Fromage, Eve Riot, SteamFunk Studios, Leanna Renee Hieber, and a host of steampunk makers. It takes place May 13-15 at the APA Hotel Woodbridge.

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New Music From Victor and the Bully, Fate Gear, Mr. B, CPYist, Unwoman

Staff Report | May 5, 2022

It’s been a busy couple of weeks for musical acts that cater to steampunk fans, with new releases from Victor and the Bully, Fate Gear, Mr. B The Gentleman Rhymer, and CPYist, while Unwoman is taking pre-orders for her latest album of cover songs.

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Streaming Guide – May 2022

Staff Report | Apr 30, 2022

Highlights for May include The Essex Serpent on Apple TV+, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang on HBO Max, Love, Death + Robots on Netflix, and Bram Stoker’s Dracula on Paramount+. Science fiction fans are also looking forward to the Season 4 premiere of Stranger Things and Season 1 of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.

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Watch City Steampunk Festival Returns to Waltham With All-Outdoor Lineup

Staff Report | Apr 27, 2022

Musical entertainment includes Celtica Nova, Frenchy and the Punk, The Eternal Frontier, and A Halo Called Fred. Traditionally one of the largest steampunk gatherings in the U.S., it’s set for Saturday, May 7, in Waltham, Massachusetts.

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New ‘Girl Genius’ Book Launches on Kickstarter, Blows Past Funding Goal

Staff Report | Apr 18, 2022

The Exorcism Engines is the seventh volume in The Second Journey of Agatha Heterodyne and the 20th overall since the series launched in 2001. PDFs of the series will be available for half off through the end of the crowdfunding campaign.

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Freaky Mutant Weirdo Variety Show Returns as Outdoor Steampunk Festival

Staff Report | Apr 14, 2022

Past events have been held indoors, but now it's set to take place June 4 at Vasa Park in Hackettstown, New Jersey. The music lineup includes A Halo Called Fred, Frenchy and the Punk, and This Way to the Egress.

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Crowdfunding

New Comics on Kickstarter: ‘Boston Metaphysical Society’ and ‘4 Horsemen’

Staff Report | Apr 12, 2022

Boston Metaphysical Society creator Madeleine Holly-Rosing is funding a new trade paperback collection while Flatline Comics is seeking support for the second issue of Last Ride of the 4 Horsemen: Conquest.

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“Steampunk Guru” Bruce Rosenbaum Opens Online Store to Sell His Art

Staff Report | Apr 6, 2022

His steampunk sculptures have been seen in museums, hotels, dining establishments, and even a Netflix TV series. Now you can have one in your home, if you save your pennies. Most are priced between US$17,000 and $30,000.

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