The Dead Weight Resistance Release Party Hosted by The TBR Society at GOAT Lab Brewery – Lowell, AR

The TBR Society is back from the grave with an unforgettable night of books, chills, and thrills! ‍♀️ Join us for the official release party of Jo Salazar’s second book, The Dead Weight: Resistance—a zombie-filled adventure you won’t want to miss.

We’re taking over The Goat Lab in Lowell, AR on Thursday, September 25th, 2025 at 6 PM. Expect an evening crawling with:

• Games & prizes that’ll keep your undead heart racing
• A wicked costume contest (bring your best zombie, survivor, or apocalyptic look!)
• Creepy-cool flash tattoos
• A hauntingly fun photo booth
• And, of course, an author signing with Jo Salazar herself!

Whether you come for the scares, the books, or just the chance to show off your zombie shuffle, this release party is the perfect way to celebrate the next chapter in Salazar’s thrilling Dead Weight series.

Parking available on-site and at The Grove. Don’t be late…the zombies are waiting.

Pay-What-You-Can Tickets

‍♀️ Choose your level of survival! Whether you chip in $1, $5, $10, or $15, every dollar helps fuel the resistance and keep our events alive (or undead). No matter which tier you choose, you’ll have full access to the release party—games, prizes, contests, author signing, photo booth, and more.

• $1 – Zombie Bait You’ve got just enough to squeeze past the horde and into the party. Watch your back—you might be the first one eaten!
• $5 – Freshly Bitten Infected but still kicking. This tier gets you in the gates with full access to all the fun—costume contest, games, and bookish mayhem.
• $10 – Undead Ally You’re officially helping hold the line. Your support strengthens the resistance while securing your spot in the night of chaos.
• $15 – Survivor’s Shield The strongest of the standard tiers. You’re keeping the apocalypse party alive (literally) and walking in as a true defender of The Dead Weight Resistance.

VIP Survivor Ticket – $30

For those who want the full undead experience, this ticket gives you:

• Early access to the event before the crowd shuffles in
• An exclusive meet & greet with Jo Salazar an hour before the release party officially begins
• A VIP photo op with Jo (immortalize your survival story!)
• Your choice of a slice of pizza or a drink to keep your strength up
• A zombie-themed tote bag stuffed with exclusive goodies + small surprise swag items you can’t get anywhere else

This ticket is limited and blood-red exclusive—perfect for readers who want to celebrate The Dead Weight: Resistancein true survivor style.