Samak Press is an independent press that specializes in publishing quality speculative fiction readers of all ages. We are dedicated to highlighting new voices and new stories that will spark your imagination and carry you into exciting and strange new worlds.

Our press founded with the vision of providing a fresh avenue for new and emerging authors to be read. Our founder and owner, John Coon, published his first novel through Samak Press in 2018.

John Coon is a bestselling author in both the science fiction and horror genres. He has published several popular novels, including the Alien People Chronicles science fiction adventure series.

Besides his natural knack for storytelling, John brings two decades of experience as a journalist and editor to Samak Press. His byline has appeared on thousands of stories worldwide while writing for many notable media outlets including The Associated Press, the Los Angeles Times, the Washington Post, and the Boston Globe.

Samak Press is dedicated to publishing the best stories. We are equally committed to helping aspiring indie authors realize their writing and publishing dreams.