HEY, EVERYBODY #021: State of the Book #4
July 25, 2009
Whoops! J.C. accidentally titled this episode 20. Fixed!
Sweet! J.C. delivers another State of the Book address! In this episode, Hutch hooks you up with an update on book sales, and the 4 for 400 for 4,000 campaign.
Highlights also include: J.C.’s explanation of how sales of Personal Effects not only benefits him (the selfish bastard!), but also other new media authors … and you; the sing-songy delivery of a website address, and a reminder about the cool free shit (including THE Sword of Blood) that you can win by spreading the word!
- Purchase Personal Effects: Dark Art
- PHASE TWO: Madness In The Streets
- The Sword of Motherf***ing Blood Giveaway (Scroll to the bottom of the page for all the details.)
- Matt Wallace’s website
- Click to download the PDF
The anthem for Hey, Everybody! is “Chip Away” by Jane’s Addition, distributed freely via BitTorrent and the Nine Inch Nails/Jane’s Addiction tour site, Ninja2009.com.
Like what you hear? Please leave a comment, and tell a friend about the show, and about Personal Effects: Dark Art!
HEY, EVERYBODY #020
July 23, 2009
J.C. may have been MIA for the last two weeks, but this week he’s delivered two — count ‘em, TWO — Hey Everybody! interview episodes. Here’s the second, featuring social media maven and brilliant roustabout C.C. Chapman.
In the podosphere, C.C. is perhaps best known for his indie music podcast Accident Hash and for his instrumental role in the creation of Mevio’s Podsafe Music Network (now called “music alley”). But but like most ultracreative folk, C.C. has an ever-evolving lineup of killer content and roles in the social media space, such as his marketing podcast Managing the Gray and his role as partner at The Advance Guard.
In this conversation, J.C. and C.C. chat about the changing landscape of social media, communicating effectively in this wild frontier, and more. It’s an illuminating discussion, and by its end, you’ll likely agree with J.C.’s introductory comments when he calls C.C. “The Bruce Lee of social media.”
And remember: We need emotional content.
The anthem for Hey, Everybody! is “Chip Away” by Jane’s Addition, distributed freely via BitTorrent and the Nine Inch Nails/Jane’s Addiction tour site, Ninja2009.com.
Like what you hear? Please leave a comment, and tell a friend about the show!
HEY, EVERYBODY #019
July 20, 2009
After a two-week absence from your earbuds, J.C. is back with a new episode of “Hey Everybody!” — this one featuring a fantastic conversation with Thomas A. Freese. Tom is the creator of the Question Based Selling sales methodology, the #1 sales training method in the United States.
Tom chat about his first book, Secrets of Question Based Selling, and his latest offering, the particularly timely The Complete Guide to Selling Yourself In Today’s Competitive Marketplace. At every turn, J.C. ensures the conversation delivers helpful insights and advice for listeners well beyond the sales profession. There’s some extremely resonant stuff in this interview, folks.
The anthem for Hey, Everybody! is “Chip Away” by Jane’s Addition, distributed freely via BitTorrent and the Nine Inch Nails/Jane’s Addiction tour site, Ninja2009.com.
Like what you hear? Please leave a comment, and tell a friend about the show, and about Personal Effects: Dark Art!
“A Large Predator…” – A Transmedia Promotion Experience
July 10, 2009
Today, I received yet another mysterious package in the mail … and it might be the coolest one yet. Check out the video for all the details, and be sure to visit FrenziedWaters.com to follow up on the mystery.
This is a must-see, folks. It’s so awesome.
–J.C.
Personal Effects: Dark Art excerpt episode 2
July 5, 2009
Welcome to the second of two Personal Effects: Dark Art audio excerpt episodes. It is my supreme pleasure to present Chapters 3 and 4.
SYNOPSIS:
Zach Taylor meets Martin Grace, a blind serial killer.
- Promo: Seth Harwood’s Jack Wakes Up
- Promo: Unconventional
- Promo: Predestination and Other Games Of Chance
NEW TO J.C.’s FICTION, OR PODCASTING?
I’ve been releasing free audiobooks since 2006; my print novel debut is Personal Effects: Dark Art, in stores now. It’s a novel that combines the traditional novel experience with a multimedia-fueled “out of book” narrative that unfolds via phone, email and websites. 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 prequel synopsis page. Learn how to subscribe this podcast here.
J.C. on the Typical Mac User Podcast
July 3, 2009
I recently had the great pleasure to appear on Victor Cajiao’s terrific program, the Typical Mac User Podcast, to chat about Personal Effects: Dark Art, new media, creativity, and how Apple products and software play mission-critical roles in my creative endeavors. Victor, TMUP contributor George Starcher and I had a blast.
Victor has generously provided me the audio from that interview, and I’m delighted to share it with you. I also heartily endorse Victor’s world-class show, and hope that you — regardless of if you’re an Apple fanboy or a hard-core PC user — check it out. And for the photographers in my audience, check out Victor’s stellar Typical Shutterbug Podcast, too!
–J.C.
Behold, the SWORD OF BLOOD
July 2, 2009
J.C. Hutchins and award-winning horror/thriller writer Matt Wallace have teamed up to unleash the coolest promotion in the history of the mothereffin’ multiverse. By evangelizing J.C.’s new novel Personal Effects: Dark Art, you have a shot at winning a unique, priceless sword … THE Sword of Blood.
This is a BATTLE READY, real-deal, no-messing-around REAL sword, from Matt Wallace’s private collection. It is a replica of the sword wielded by Charles V of Spain. In 1519, Charles V was crowned “Roman Emperor”; at that time, no other leader had ruled such an inmense kingdom in human history. The sword’s blade is forged in high carbon stainless steel, and is 40 inches long. It was crafted by Marto, the same company that created swords for the Highlander television series.
But it gets so much cooler. J.C. and Matt will write a flash fiction story, focused on the Sword of Blood … and that story will be written on the blade of the weapon. This story will not appear anywhere else on the planet; it is written for an audience of one — the person who wins the Sword of Blood. And to make this a true Sword of Blood, both J.C. and Matt will sign their names upon the sword in their own blood.
This sword originally cost hundreds of dollars, and is now truly priceless. Only one will be worthy to wield it.
How can you win THE Sword of Blood? Simple.
- You must have a copy of Personal Effects: Dark Art on hand. (Borrow one from a friend. Order a copy here. If you can’t obtain a copy, play them the videos at my homepage.)
- You must conduct a “show and tell” of the novel and its transmedia items (IDs, biz cards, documents, etc.) to several family members or co-workers.
- Simply show off the book, and tell your pals about the novel and its “out of book” transmedia experience.
- You must pass out copies of the Order Form PDF (found below) to each person you chat with.
- You can do this in your home, at a friend’s house, or at your workplace.
- You must document this Show And Tell session with at least one photograph.
- Email that photo to J.C. at 7thSonNovel.com by July 31.
One worthy participant will be selected at random, and will receive THE Sword of Blood, featuring a flash fiction story written upon its blade and signed by its authors in their blood. This sword ruled the Roman Empire. It is more than worthy of your effort. In fact, the real question is: Are you worthy to possess it?
The contest ends July 31, 2009, so there’s no time to waste. Print out the Order Form PDF for your peeps (found below), and get showing and telling. Be sure to document your efforts, and send at least one photo to J.C. at 7thSonNovel@gmail.com.
- Click to download the PDF
HEY, EVERYBODY #018
July 2, 2009
It’s another terrific interview this week, featuring brilliant storyteller and musician Phil Rossi. The man chats with J.C. about the upcoming print release of his novel Crescent, his new transmedia podcast novel Harvey, the craft of writing, and much more. It’s a red-hot episode!
- Purchase Personal Effects: Dark Art
- PHASE TWO: Madness In The Streets
- The Sword of Motherf***ing Blood Giveaway (Scroll to the bottom of the page for all the details.)
- Phil Rossi’s website
The anthem for Hey, Everybody! is “Chip Away” by Jane’s Addition, distributed freely via BitTorrent and the Nine Inch Nails/Jane’s Addiction tour site, Ninja2009.com.
Like what you hear? Please leave a comment, and tell a friend about the show, and about Personal Effects: Dark Art!
HEY, EVERYBODY #017: State of the Book #3
July 2, 2009
Hot damn! Personal Effects: Dark Art continues to chug along most mightily as J.C. serves up another State of the Book address. Highlights also include: J.C. going off on a 1980s G.I. Joe cartoon tangent, J.C. nearly choking to death on-air, the return of the invisible toasting glass, J.C. chatting about the Sword of Blood giveaway, and the new goal we have as Personal Effects fans — the 4 for 400 for 4,000 campaign.
Download this sonuvagun, like, now.
- Purchase Personal Effects: Dark Art
- PHASE TWO: Madness In The Streets
- The Sword of Motherf***ing Blood Giveaway (Scroll to the bottom of the page for all the details.)
- Matt Wallace’s website
- Click to download the PDF
The anthem for Hey, Everybody! is “Chip Away” by Jane’s Addition, distributed freely via BitTorrent and the Nine Inch Nails/Jane’s Addiction tour site, Ninja2009.com.
Like what you hear? Please leave a comment, and tell a friend about the show, and about Personal Effects: Dark Art!
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