Amazing Stories Launches Kickstarter for “Tales of Galactic Pest Control”

May 26, 2025 — Amazing Stories, the legendary name in science fiction, is proud to announce the Kickstarter launch of Tales of Galactic Pest Control, a brand-new anthology edited by David Gerrold (The Trouble with Tribbles) and Tom Easton (longtime Analog reviewer and author). This collection brings together a star-studded lineup of science fiction authors to explore the future of pest control—from orbital infestations to alien infestations and everything that skitters, replicates, or oozes in between.

Because in space, no one hears you spray.

Tales of Galactic Pest Control features original stories from hard-working writers who tackle the wildest “pest” problems across the galaxy. These are tales of brave exterminators, AI extermination crews, and deep-space janitors, dealing with unexpected multi-limbed tenants. Or from the pest’s point of view! Think less “happily ever after” and more “hazmat suit required.”

“We wanted stories that honored the folks doing the dirty work,” says Creative Director Kermit Woodall. “Space exploration isn’t all heroic captains and glowing planets—it’s also duct-cleaning drones, biohazard outbreaks, and creatures that definitely aren’t supposed to be in the cargo hold.”

The Kickstarter campaign, running now through 6/30/2025, offers backers exclusive rewards including ebooks, signed paperbacks, editor feedback, and even the chance to name a fictional character after yourself.

This is your chance to support a sometimes hilarious, often action-packed, and deeply weird anthology that celebrates the unglamorous heroes of the future—those who keep the galaxy clean, crawling, and (mostly) under control.

Back the campaign today and help us take out the trash… before it evolves.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/galactic-pests/tales-of-galactic-pest-controla-sci-fi-and-fantasy-anthology?ref=ksr_email_creator_launch