Hilaritas Press Podcasts

Episode 52: Nick Tharcher Occult Publishing

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Dec 23, 2025
Nick Tharcher, a seasoned occult publisher and co-founder of Falcon Press, shares his fascinating journey in the niche world of occult literature. He discusses the challenges of in-house printing and his experiences publishing icons like Robert Anton Wilson. Tharcher delves into the intriguing politics surrounding Israel Regardie’s legacy and the complexities of rights management in publishing. He offers valuable advice for aspiring authors and reflects on the therapeutic resurgence of psychedelics, drawing connections between unconventional publishing and personal growth.
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DIY Origins And Garage Printing

  • The Original Falcon Press began in ~1980 when Nick and Alan started printing Israel Regardie and other occult books themselves in a garage full of equipment.
  • They learned on the job and improvised print techniques like doing complex color work on limited presses to keep control of production.
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Crowley Rights And OTO Negotiations

  • Rights to many Crowley works were disputed; Regardie reclaimed some titles and Falcon negotiated with an OTO faction, later returning rights in a money-and-license settlement.
  • Many of those Crowley titles still remain out of print despite the agreement.
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How Prometheus Rising Found Falcon

  • Nick recounts how Prometheus Rising came to Falcon after being rejected elsewhere and how they embraced noncommercial, long-lasting titles like Robert Anton Wilson's work.
  • Falcon prioritized books that would remain in print for decades rather than chasing immediate sales.
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