Arcbeatle Press announces first partnership with Strawberry Leopard Press: an anthology in honor of David McIntee

​The late David McIntee was a great help in forming Arcbeatle Press into what it is today, with an instrumental addition to SIGNET’s cast, and allowing the use of the villainous Koschei in Cwej: The Series. Now, his wife Lesley McIntee, along with Arcbeatle’s own Hunter O’Connell, have created “I’ll Think of a Title Honest”, a new anthology featuring original stories inspired by David’s life and times. 

“‘I’ll think of a title, honest!’ was an often-repeated answer to David’s publishers asking him for a title to his many works, as it was typically the last thing handed in,” says Hunter O’Connell, who helped edit all contributions. “We named this book as such because it encapsulates the true brilliance and humor of David.”

Included in the stories is Andy Lane’s “The Midnight Fish Market”, a sequel to David’s wonderful Doctor Who novel “White Darkness”. Also included are transcriptions of David’s fencing YouTube videos and speeches, short stories by close friends and colleagues alike, and a deeply personal story about David’s final days written by Lesley McIntee, “The Dark Corridor”.

“I’ll Think of a Title Honest” marks the first release of joint-published anthologies by Arcbeatle Press and Lesley’s new imprint, Strawberry Leopard Press. Talks are ongoing regarding yearly almanacs to be released in a similar format, including some old and forgotten stories from non-English speaking cultures, released in English for the first time. Alongside this will be new short stories by Strawberry Leopard’s diverse talents.

“This project was in Lesley’s mind immediately following the announcement of David’s passing,” says Hunter. “It is a great honor to help bring her dreams to life, and celebrate David McIntee in a way he would surely love.”

“It was the end but the moment was prepared for,” says editor Lesley McIntee. “David A McIntee was a man of many words and worlds, a man of honor and a man of truth. So in his name; Here be monsters. Beautiful monsters and bold concepts, myths and magic and martial arts and voices new and old. With this collection I give you, his fans, his legacy. Use it well.”

“David McIntee was an incredible man. A wonderful author and a friend to many who will be dearly missed. Outspoken against all forms of bigotry and a helping hand to up-and-coming creatives everywhere, he sadly passed away on December 15th, 2024.

These stories serve as a heartfelt memorial to David McIntee’s legacy. Written by science-fiction authors who felt lucky to be his friends, or students of his storied fencing career. In collaboration with his wife Lesley, we bring you contributions that honor his memory, now carried on by those who knew him in life.”

All profits from “I’ll Think of a Title Honest” will be donated to The Siamese Cat Welfare Trust, on Lesley’s request. The anthology releases today, March 11th, 2026, and will be available for sale at Eastercon 2026 in Birmingham, from April 3rd through the 6th.