Get ready for explosive action, deadly Frisbees, and bullet-riddled bikinis as Encyclopocalypse Publications teams up with Arlene Sidaris to bring fans the first-ever authorized novelizations of the legendary Andy Sidaris film catalog. Kicking off this thrilling tribute are two of the most beloved titles in the “Bullets, Bombs, and Babes” canon: Malibu Express and Hard Ticket to Hawaii, both novelized by pulp scribe Brad Carter.
Slated for release on July 29, 2025, these pulpy, action-packed adaptations are a loving homage to Andy Sidaris’ unique blend of bombastic espionage, softcore charm, and sun-soaked absurdity that helped define an entire VHS-era aesthetic. Carter—known for his wildly entertaining novelizations of cult favorites for Severin Films—channels the exact energy fans have come to expect: sleaze with style, camp with commitment, and action with attitude.
“We’re honored to be working closely with Arlene Sidaris to ensure these books capture the exact tone and outrageous fun of Andy’s cinematic vision,” said Encyclopocalypse Managing Editor, Sean Duregger. “Andy’s legacy is pure joy: sun-drenched, over-the-top, and gloriously unapologetic. We’re here to keep that flame burning.”
Both titles will be available in Trade Paperback, Retro Mass Market Paperback, and Ebook formats, ensuring collectors and new readers alike can find the right flavor of beach-blasted mayhem.
From private investigator Cody Abilene’s high-speed sleuthing in Malibu Express, to lethal cancer snakes and killer blow-up dolls in Hard Ticket to Hawaii, these books are the beginning of a full-throttle novelization series covering the entire Sidaris filmography.
The late Andy Sidaris, best known for his “Girls, Guns, and G-Strings” saga, left behind a body of work that is as outrageous as it is unforgettable. This project marks the first time his films will be adapted to prose, offering fans a new way to experience the action—and an ideal beach read for those who like their thrills hot and their dialogue cheesy.
Pre-orders are live now at Encyclopocalypse.com, with shipping beginning July 29.
