Archive - May, 2009

And Now, A Word From An Expert…

May 31, 2009 in All Posts, Announcements with 2 Comments

I am proud to present this video endoresement from podcasting legend Stephen Eley, creator and editor of the stellarly awesome Escape Pod podcast. Steve has been piping out excellent weekly science-fiction short stories without fail for four years. He’s an incredible talent, and an equally incredible human being.

But did you know that our dear Eley was also an expert in … well … EVERYTHING? Behold, as we break from the traditional vlurb format and get a little giddy. I hope you enjoy it!

(Note: The YouTube version below “bleeps” out the dirty words — but the version available in the podcast feed is uncensored.)

–J.C.

Soundtrack music for this video is generously provided by Position Music. The song, “Shotgun,” is by Magnus Christensen and Ryan Franks, and can be found on the Position Music “Orchestral Series Vol. 3″ album.

And Now, A Word From An Expert... [ 3:34 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Personal Effects covered in The Washington Post

May 30, 2009 in All Posts, Announcements with 0 Comments

Washington Post logoI’m very proud to report that my debut supernatural thriller Personal Effects: Dark Art was recently covered in The Washington Post by “@Play” columnist Mike Musgrove. Mike’s article is a perfect introduction to the novel, and the “out of book” experience that accompanies it. Check it out here, and if you’re feeling generous, leave a comment and share it on Facebook.

If you’re a first-time visitor to my site thanks to the story, welcome! Personal Effects: Dark Art has been praised as “a stellar first” by Publisher’s Weekly (starred review), and called “cutting-edge experimental fiction … that may herald the future of modern fiction” by Library Journal. Permit me to give you a tour of the Personal Effects-related content here at JCHutchins.net:

  • More info on Personal Effects: Dark Art, and reviews from novelists and filmmakers such as Gore Verbinski, director of Pirates of the Caribbean and The Ring
  • Personal Effects: Sword of Blood, the free groundbreaking podcast-exclusive audionovella prequel to Dark Art
  • Commit Yourself To The Brink, a community-fueled art experiment where fans can become patients in the asylum seen in Personal Effects: Dark Art
  • The groundbreaking “vlurb” video blurb trailers, feauring video endorsements from celeb storytellers such as the creators of Friday the 13th, Final Destination and The Blair Witch Project

Even more killer content is coming as we near Personal Effects: Dark Art’s June 9 release date, so please keep returning to the site, or subscribe to the blog. Thanks so much for your interest … and if you’d like to support this trailblazing new breed of storytelling, consider pre-ordering a copy of the book.

Welcome to The Brink,

–J.C.

Stranger Things: “Disconnect” — Story by J.C. Hutchins and Earl Newton

May 30, 2009 in All Posts, Announcements, Fiction with 4 Comments

Ep05: Disconnect from Stranger Things on Vimeo.

From the StrangerThings.tv site:

DISCONNECT

When its prize reality star goes missing, a monolithic network enlists the aid of the entire world to find him.

Written and Directed by Earl Newton
Story by J.C. Hutchins and Earl Newton
Produced by Earl Newton and Juan A. Baez III
Starring Jonathan MacQueen, James Donadio, and Rachel White

Stranger Things: "Disconnect" -- Story by J.C. Hutchins and Earl Newton [ 20:00 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Personal Effects: Sword of Blood episode 3

May 29, 2009 in All Posts, Fiction with 0 Comments

blood_pbversion1It’s another promo-less episode (bad Hutch! no biscuit!), and J.C. seems to be saving all of his Personal Effects: Dark Art news for the next episode of “Hey, Everybody!”, which will drop this weekend. This, of course, means less talk … and more action!

SYNOPSIS:
Zach meets up with his “tribe” — girlfriend Rachael, brother Lucas, longtime friend Ida “Eye” — and receives a strange phone call.

NEW TO J.C.’s FICTION, OR PODCASTING?
I’ve been releasing free audiobooks since 2006, and am gearing up for the June 9 release of Personal Effects: Dark Art, a novel that combines the traditional novel experience with a multimedia-fueled “out of book” narrative that unfolds via phone, email and websites. Pre-order a copy of Personal Effects: Dark Art today.

Listen to the episode by clicking the “play” button below. Catch up with the story by visiting the Sword of Blood synopsis page. Learn how to subscribe this podcast here.

Personal Effects: Sword of Blood episode 3 [ 27:00 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

“Personal Effects: Dark Art” Video Trailer #8 – Dee Wallace

May 28, 2009 in All Posts, Announcements with 0 Comments

I am beyond flattered and honored to present the latest vlurb for Personal Effects: Dark Art, featuring actress Dee Wallace, star of The Hills Have Eyes, The Howling, E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial, The Frighteners and Halloween (2007). I am a superfan of her work — I believe Cujo is one of the most terrifying movies ever filmed; Dee’s performance is stellar — and I’m thrilled to present her video blurb here.

I’m proud to report that Dee loved the novel. Behold, as she endorses Personal Effects: Dark Art. Pre-order the novel. Toss a few films from Dee’s career in that online shopping cart while you’re at it. I recommend Cujo.

As always, co-producer/editor Michael Bekemeyer gets a big salute for his editing skills. Find the first seven trailers here.

Word of mouth is the key to Personal Effects: Dark Art’s success. Spread the word about this awesome video promotion by embedding the video on your blog. Email this page to friends. Tweet it. Facebook it. If you think this video is worthy of sharing, please do what you can to spread the word.

More videos are coming. Personal Effects: Dark Art. In bookstores everywhere this June. Pre-order now.

–J.C.

"Personal Effects: Dark Art" Video Trailer #8 - Dee Wallace [ 1:46 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

J.C. appears on “Geeks With Issues” TV show!

May 28, 2009 in All Posts, Announcements with 0 Comments

I was delighted to recently appear on the awesome public access television program Geeks With Issues to talk about Personal Effects: Dark Art, 7th Son, and other sundry geek topics. I had a blast appearing live via Skype video, and hanging with the Geeks With Issues crew. Check it out!

–J.C.

J.C. appears on "Geeks With Issues" TV show! Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

VIDEO: J.C. unveils Dark Art on “I Should Be Writing” podcast

May 27, 2009 in All Posts, Announcements with 0 Comments

During my recent trek to Balticon, I was interviewed by Mur Lafferty for her excellent I Should Be Writing podcast. During our chat about Personal Effects: Dark Art, I showcased some of the incredible “out of book” transmedia items that accompany the novel. If you’re interested in Dark Art, this is a must-watch.

From Mur’s site: I got to get an exclusive sneak peek at the awesomeness that is Personal Effects: Dark Art this past weekend at Balticon! I talk to author JC Hutchins about his ground-breaking book, and we try not to get distracted by passers-by. Camera work by John Cmar, Additional Direction by David Moldawer

The book is available for pre-order now. Please considering pre-ordering a copy today, and learn why your pre-release purchases provide critcal support to Personal Effects: Dark Art by clicking here.

–J.C.

VIDEO: J.C. reveals Dark Art on "I Should Be Writing" podcast [ 7:20 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Personal Effects: Sword of Blood episode 2

May 22, 2009 in All Posts, Fiction with 1 Comment

blood_pbversion1Welcome to Episode 2 of Personal Effects: Sword of Blood. I’m light on the chatter in this ep, and there are no promos — but expect more of both in future episodes.

SYNOPSIS:
Zach encounters a stranger … and meets Hen, a relative of his patient, Gertrude “Spindle” Spindler.

NEW TO J.C.’s FICTION, OR PODCASTING?
I’ve been releasing free audiobooks since 2006, and am gearing up for the June 9 release of Personal Effects: Dark Art, a novel that combines the traditional novel experience with a multimedia-fueled “out of book” narrative that unfolds via phone, email and websites. Pre-order a copy of Personal Effects: Dark Art today.

Listen to the episode by clicking the “play” button below. Catch up with the story by visiting the Sword of Blood synopsis page. Learn how to subscribe this podcast here.

Personal Effects: Sword of Blood episode 2 [ 27:00 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

“Personal Effects: Dark Art” Video Trailer #7 – Patrick Lussier

May 21, 2009 in All Posts, Announcements with 0 Comments

Longtime Wes Craven collaborator and 7th Son fan Patrick Lussier creates masterfully-paced works of cinema. In addition to editing the Scream trilogy, Red Eye and other great Craven thrillers, Lussier is the director of the superb horror thrillers My Bloody Valentine 3D and White Noise 2.

The man knows good stories. Behold, as the man endorses Personal Effects: Dark Art. I’m stone-cold flattered by his vlurb.

Watch his testimony. Pre-order the novel. Toss a copy of Lussier’s My Bloody Valentine 3D and White Noise 2 in that online shopping cart while you’re at it.

As always, co-producer/editor Michael Bekemeyer gets a big salute for his editing skills. Find the first six trailers here.

Word of mouth is the key to Personal Effects: Dark Art’s success. Spread the word about this awesome video promotion by embedding the video on your blog. Email this page to friends. Tweet it. Facebook it. If you think this video is worthy of sharing, please do what you can to spread the word.

More videos are coming. Personal Effects: Dark Art. In bookstores everywhere this June. Pre-order now.

–J.C.

"Personal Effects: Dark Art" Video Trailer #7 - Patrick Lussier [ 1:50 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Media maven C.C. Chapman reviews Personal Effects

May 21, 2009 in All Posts, Announcements with 1 Comment

C.C. ChapmanAs I’ve galivanted around the New Media space for the past three years, I’ve made some tremendously talented and kind-hearted friends. One of the most talented and kind-hearted is C.C. Chapman, host of the Accident Hash and Managing the Gray podcasts, and co-founder of The Advance Guard, a trailblazing social media marketing company.

The man has a heart of gold, but holds no punches when it comes to critiquing ideas or fiction. Which is why I am stoked beyond words when he called me “one twisted, demented and talented writer” in his review of my debut thriller, Personal Effects: Dark Art.

You gotta read his review, as it sums up much of the vibe I was gunning for while writing the novel. Some highlights:

  • “One part CSI, two parts Fringe, a dash of X-Files with a healthy dose of Sneakers and a dash of Suicide Girls thrown in for good measure…”
  • “As with most good books, it was over far too fast…”
  • “Hutch has a way of giving you just enough back story and little details about every character that you crave more, while you fall in love with them…”
  • “If you’ve ever enjoyed something by Steven King or James Patterson, then you are definitely going to dig this book…”

I’m honored and flattered that C.C. enjoyed the book so much. So, go. Read his review, and check out his own killer content. And take his advice: “Trust me, and order a copy today.” :)

–J.C.

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