BOOK TWO: 7th Son: Bonus Episode #4 /  by J.C. Hutchins

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J.C. Hutchins more than makes up for his absence during the hiatus between Descent and Deceit with this Bonus Episode! J.C. chats about what he did during his "summer vacation," plays gobs of calls from the Clone Line (206-984-2566), shows even more undying gratitude to his fans (will he ever shut up?), and even plays some music. There's no story in this episode, but if you're looking for an update about J.C., his work and recent events in his life, here ya go.

EPISODE INTRO BY: Sam from the Bear's Grove podcast

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BOOK TWO: Chapter 3 /  by J.C. Hutchins

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J.C. Hutchins shows some love to 7th Son fans, and plays a few calls from the Clone Line (206-984-2566). Since there's gobs of 7th Son news to talk about, J.C. promises another Bonus Episode later this week.

EPISODE INTRO BY: Tony Todd

THE STORY SO FAR BY: Keith and the Girl

SYNOPSIS: The story shifts to the 7th Son facility. Hugh Sheridan and John explain Psyjack technology to Kilroy2.0, Jack and Jonathan. Dr. Mike makes a call to the facility. The clones, Sheridan, Gen. Hill and Dr. Kleinman discover the scope of John Alpha's recent NEPTH-charge activity. Another secret technology is revealed.

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BOOK TWO: Recap, Chapters 1 & 2 /  by J.C. Hutchins

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After a brief vacation, the 7th Son trilogy is back! Thanks for all the support and encouragement during the hiatus. No author chatter this week -- Hutch is pooped!

EPISODE INTRO BY: George Romero

SYNOPSIS: John Alpha -- who lives on inside the mind of Vice President Charles Caine -- contacts his other "selves," updating them on his ongoing conspiracy. Father Thomas and Dr. Mike do some soul searching. Dania Sheridan explains the secrets of Psyjack technology.

Meet the authors who generously gave their time to contribute to the Book One recap!

Promo: Keith and the Girl

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Welcome, BoingBoing and In The Grid readers! /  by J.C. Hutchins

Here's a big hiya to anyone who's checking out 7th Son, thanks to the recent 7S-related posts made at the Second Life culture blog In The Grid and at BoingBoing! I’m hope you'll not only attend the Second Life launch party for the forthcoming 7th Son, Book Two: Deceit podiobook, but also take a listen to Book One: Descent.

Please visit my Subscribe page to learn more about how you can receive the entire first novel in audio form for free. The novel is available here, and at the exceptional Podiobooks.com site.

And feel free to explore this site to learn more about the novel, manually download episodes from the archive (found here on the home page), or download exclusive 7th Son fan-created content such as wallpapers, screen savers and more. And don't hesitate to contact me with questions or feedback.

In addition to the cool preview pictures in the In The Grid article, here’s a sneak peek of the 7th Son “Beta clone” avatars that you’ll see (and become!) at the launch party in Second Life!

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Welcome to the world of 7th Son! Book Two: Deceit will debut next Tuesday, Sept. 26!

First In the Grid and BoingBoing. Now....? /  by J.C. Hutchins

If you're a new visitor to JCHutchins.net thanks to recent coverage in Second Life Insider and Compatible World, welcome! I hope you’ll make the time to visit the Second Life launch party for part two in the 7th Son podcast novel trilogy, Deceit. The official debut of the novel is next Tuesday, Sept. 26. If you want to partake in the week-by-week release of Book Two (and not feel lost in the story), please download the first 7th Son novel, Descent. It's available for free here at this site and at Podiobooks.com. Visit this page for more information.

Thanks for visiting! I hope you enjoy the plethora of freebies here -- and I hope you enjoy the story!

Big trouble ... averted /  by J.C. Hutchins

Hey kids ... can't blog for long. Just wanted to apologize for being incommunicado for the past week. My computer went the way of the dodo late last week, and I'm just now clawing my way back into the digital age. I'm not sure how this setback will affect the release date of Book Two. I'm going to do my best to stick to the Sept. 26 release schedule. Cross your fingers!

More to come, 7th Son fans....

--J.C.

Another 7th Son superfan! /  by J.C. Hutchins

Need further evidence that 7th Son listeners are the coolest, most generous folk around? Take Brian, a listener in Kansas. Brian enjoyed the special "7th Son/Getting A Leg Up" collaboration podcast so much that he got creative ... and wanted to share the fruits of his labor with me (and you!). Brian took the single MP3 file of 7S/GLU and chopped it up, allowing each song (and corresponding intro) to have its own track. The end result is a CD- (and MP3 playlist-) friendly presentation. Extremely generous of Brian ... and extremely cool. Thanks, Brian!

You'll find a link to this hefty download at this new "7th Son Download Center" web page.

And while you're enjoying this new presentation of the 7S/GLU episode, be sure to visit the JCHutchins.net wallpapers page, where you can download cover art (and a track listing) created by uberfan Michael.

7th Son fans RAWK!

An update ... and a cool article /  by J.C. Hutchins

Hey guys. I'm still alive ... and I'm working on a brief "hiatus 'cast," which I hope to release into the wild sometime this weekend. In the meantime, dig this story at CNET's News.com:

Headline: Scientists erase rat's memory

"Scientists at MIT have managed to erase the long-term memories of rats, in a first-ever experiment that could lead to medical treatments for humans, according to a report from the New Scientist.

"In the experiment, neuroscientists from MIT's Picower Institute for Learning and Memory targeted the hippocampus, an area of the brain that's key to forming and maintaining memory. They manipulated synapses in the rat's hippocampus in order to erase long-term memories..."

Yeesh. NEPTH-charge, anyone?

Can you find the Chris Alpha? /  by J.C. Hutchins

Looks like I'm not the only person out there who wants to clone himself so's I can make the day job easier. Chris from the Answers for Freelancers podcast sent me this fantastic image. According to this org chart at ESPN, Chris is -- among other things -- the Multimedia Director, the Manager of Video Services, the Manager User Interface ... even a Flash Developer! Now that's what I call putting yourself to work. Thanks, Chris, for the image!

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BOOK ONE: Chapter 27 /  by J.C. Hutchins

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It's the last chapter in 7th Son, Book One: Descent!

Synopsis: Hugh Sheridan reveals a final secret to John. The clones at the 7th Son facility discover the fate of the rescue mission in California. The Beta clones' mission concludes ... or does it?

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Special song by the brilliant Jonathan Coulton!

"SHARE THE PAIN" contest hosted by Podcast Pickle.

Become one of the 7th Son fan elite! Join the "7th Ave. Street Team!"

Discuss 7th Son and make friends at The Beta Clone Army MySpace group!

BOOK ONE: Chapter 26 /  by J.C. Hutchins

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It's the penultimate chapter in Book One: Descent! Good news about 7th Son abounds after the chapter, including 7th Son's induction into a prestigious podcasting group, a sneak peek at next episode's "The Story So Far..." reader, and the novel's nomination for an award in podcasting excellence!

Synopsis: The battle concludes at Folie à Duex.

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"SHARE THE PAIN" contest hosted by Podcast Pickle.

Become one of the 7th Son fan elite! Join the "7th Ave. Street Team!"

Discuss 7th Son and make friends at The Beta Clone Army MySpace group!

7th Son is #1! /  by J.C. Hutchins

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When I started podcasting 7th Son back in late February, I did so with more than a heaping tablespoon of anxiety. I bit my nails down to the quick. Would people like the story I was about to tell?

I've been amazed, honored and humbled by the positive reaction that 7th Son has garned since then. Today -- and perhaps it will be only today, or only for a few hours -- 7th Son has hit #1 on the Podcast Pickle favorites list. I owe that acheivement solely to the enthusiasm of 7th Son fans.

A storyteller is nothing without an audience, and I want to give my deepest gratitude to you for being there, and for enjoying my story. Thanks for all the encouragement and support you've given the novel. 7th Son fans ROCK!

With respect and admiration, --J.C. Hutchins

BOOK ONE: 7th Son: Bonus Episode #1 /  by J.C. Hutchins

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UPDATE: There was a glitch in the Matrix, people, and some of you may not have received this episode. If you were a victim of this weirdness, simply use the direct link to the episode (found below) to download the proper file. Things should be working again.

Some nice bonus audio content for 7th Son fans! This special episode is a collaboration between J.C. and Mark "Reigning Shogun of Taiwan" Foreman. Mark asked J.C. to participate in a cool concept episode of his podcast, Getting A Leg Up. It's an awesome idea, and Mark pulled it off beautifully. If you dig 7th Son and great music, you're at the right place!

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BOOK ONE: Chapter 25 /  by J.C. Hutchins

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It's a short chapter -- but big announcements await in the intro and outtro, including:

Synopsis: The story returns to the 7th Son facility. Jack, Kilroy2.0 and Jonathan begin to understand that John Alpha's conspiracy is much older -- and more dangerous -- than they could have ever imagined. John continues his conversation with Hugh Sheridan. The genesis of Project 7th Son is finally revealed.

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Announcement: Ben & Greg's World Record Attempt

"SHARE THE PAIN" contest hosted by Podcast Pickle.

Join ... THE CLONE ARMY! /  by J.C. Hutchins

Listener Jacob recently rocked my world by generously offering to create a 7th Son fan group at MySpace. I gave the dude my blessing, and voila!, a place now exists for 7th Son fans to discuss the novel, swap plot theories, the works. It's called "The Beta Clone Army," and you can find it here. You can also click the logo that's currently at the top of the homepage at JCHutchins.net. So head over to The Beta Clone Army MySpace group and become a member! Dig the current topics and add replies if you like. Or start all-new forums with your own topics! Who knows? I might swing by and add my two cents, to boot!

As always, it's free. So enjoy -- and be sure to thank Jason while you're over there!

BOOK ONE: Chapter 24 /  by J.C. Hutchins

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After this episode, only three chapters remain in 7th Son: Book One! Help spread the word about the novel by voting for 7S at Podcast Alley, becoming a fan of the show at Podcast Pickle, or by posting a review at iTunes! Of course, nothing beats word of mouth ... so fire up that email app and tell your friends about the novel! Another way to be an 7S evangelist: Visit the new 7S Shop at Cafe Press and pick up a spiffy T-shirt or bumper sticker! (UPDATE: The shop has closed.)

Freebies galore debut at JCHutchins.net, the Computer King calls out Kilroy2.0 and more await your ears!

Synopsis: The story returns to California ... and to the bloodbath at Folie à Deux. The clones learn about Vaporwear. Fr. Thomas and Dr. Mike are captured. John Alpha makes an appearance. Thomas makes a leap of faith.

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