Interestingly, Desert Publications also dabbled in mentalism and stage magic. This book on psychic con games and cold reading is a fan favorite because it proves the publisher wasn't only about violence—it was about control , whether physical or psychological.
The desert is also a historical document. The rocks
Most Desert Publications books feature plain, laminated cardstock covers. The typography is functional—usually bold sans-serif fonts in black, red, or olive drab. There are no glossy dust jackets or author photos. The design screams "tool, not treasure."
The name "Desert Publications" often causes confusion due to two distinct entities: Desert Publications (Arkansas):