Prepper Press is a survival media company owned and operated by Derrick James and operating with assistance from Owen James. We publish books, videos, and articles on preppers and prepping.
Need to contact us? Email Derrick at:
derrick [at] prepperpress.com
Derrick James – Owner and Operator
Derrick founded one of the first prepper blogs in 2007, SHTF Blog, and began publishing books under Prepper Press in 2011. He has since become a content creator within the prepper niche, establishing a growing presence on various social media platforms.
His interest in prepping began in childhood, when “prepping” was still a fringe concept called “survivalism.” He spent countless hours in the woods, building bushcraft shelters, hunting with his father, and teaching himself how to cook over a fire. This was a time when Americans still lived under the threat of nuclear war with the Soviet Union, something that shaped his views on personal preparedness for years to come.
When he is not in front of or behind a camera, he enjoys hiking, hunting, fishing, practicing primitive skills, and spending time with family. Prepping has been an natural extension of all those interests.
Interviews: Boston Globe March 2020 / Boston Globe October 2020 / Canvas Rebel September 2023
Owen James – Special Assistant
Owen has been working with Prepper Press “behind the scenes” since his teenage years, helping his father navigate the nuisances of social media. An avid hunter and outdoorsman in his own right, Owen’s growing interest lies in trying to bring more attention to youth shooting and hunting.
When not at the shooting range or in a tree stand, Owen is assisting Prepper Press with social media metrics, online marketing, and identifying influencers in youth outdoor markets for possible Prepper Press partnerships.