Welcome to the ninth (of ten) serialized PDF episodes of the novel 7th Son: Descent. 7th Son is now available in bookstores and for immediate purchase online. Learn how you can support the novel's print release at this page.
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Welcome to the ninth (of ten) serialized episodes of the free audiobook, 7th Son: Descent. 7th Son is now available in bookstores and for immediate purchase online. Catch up with the story by downloading past episodes. Learn how you can support the novel's print release at this page.
7th Son: Descent's anthem is "Descent" by Celldweller. Learn more about the band at Celldweller.com.
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It's not every day that the world's most popular marketing blogger asks you collaborate on a project designed to get folks thinking about their lives, the world, and positive ways to improve them. So when bestselling writer Seth Godin invited me to participate in What Matters Now, I dove right in.
As Seth wrote in his post announcing What Matters Now, this eBook "encourages people to focus and use their energy to turn the game around," providing big thoughts and small actions to make a difference in the world. More than 70 authors contributed to the project, including big thinkers I've followed and respected for years: furturist Kevin Kelly, publisher Tim O'Reilly, writer and programmer Gina Trapani, artist Hugh Macleod, brilliant writers and entrepreneurs such as Merlin Mann, Derek Sivers, Chris Anderson, Guy Kawasaki, Paco Underhill ... the who's who list goes on and on.
I'm honored to be in such ultra-creative, ultra-talented company. My contribution, titled "Gumption," can be found at the end of the eBook.
Each contribution is well worth your time, and may provide a nugget of resonance -- or encouragement -- for you as we enter the new year. If you find value within its pages, please share What Matters Now with your friends and coworkers.
--J.C.
Welcome to the eighth (of ten) serialized PDF episodes of the novel 7th Son: Descent. 7th Son is now available in bookstores and for immediate purchase online. Learn how you can support the novel's print release at this page.
Like what you've read? Tell a friend, and give a shout in the comments!
Welcome to the eighth (of ten) serialized episodes of the free audiobook, 7th Son: Descent. 7th Son is now available in bookstores and for immediate purchase online. Catch up with the story by downloading past episodes. Learn how you can support the novel's print release at this page.
7th Son: Descent's anthem is "Descent" by Celldweller. Learn more about the band at Celldweller.com.
Like what you hear? Tell a friend, and give a shout in the comments!
Today, I asked on Twitter:
What's the most dog-eared book in your home? Mine's my copy of THE STAND.
Here were your replies:
http://twitter.com/CWSeidman/status/6436593692
http://twitter.com/Rasplundjr/status/6436588543
http://twitter.com/MarvelSmartAss/status/6436571187
http://twitter.com/Rasplundjr/status/6436469815
http://twitter.com/NukeHavoc/status/6436395897
http://twitter.com/PGHolyfield/status/6436359833
http://twitter.com/Quonundrum/status/6436298609
http://twitter.com/AlasdairStuart/status/6436286252
http://twitter.com/otherdoc/status/6436261538
http://twitter.com/pfischer/status/6436239493
http://www.twitter.com/MisterDubbs/status/6436135966
http://twitter.com/Cynical_Woman/status/6436934554
http://twitter.com/zard/status/6436127818
http://twitter.com/tabisue/status/6436088021
http://twitter.com/brucefp/status/6435985866
http://twitter.com/shiatis/status/6435909443
http://twitter.com/DanDanTheArtMan/status/6435895224
http://twitter.com/spiritualtramp/status/6435870801
http://twitter.com/martyndarkly/status/6435868046
http://twitter.com/DrunkasaurusRex/status/6435866457
http://twitter.com/mplested/status/6435862545
http://twitter.com/madpoet/status/6435848506
http://twitter.com/BetaClone076/status/6435819437
http://twitter.com/Battlemouth/status/6435801384
http://twitter.com/MistressJett/status/6435778298
http://twitter.com/SVAllie/status/6435771648
http://twitter.com/thegr8merlyn/status/6435759830
http://twitter.com/melissamdavies/status/6435756693
http://twitter.com/jramboz/status/6435742488
http://twitter.com/Selorian/status/6435740172
http://twitter.com/MsBobbilicious/status/6435729312
http://twitter.com/dcperry/status/6435725906
http://twitter.com/KateSherrod/status/6435725845
http://twitter.com/glemak/status/6435720000
http://twitter.com/mark_marshall/status/6435713205
http://twitter.com/brandg/status/6435711099
http://twitter.com/rsmit212/status/6435708756
After a week off for the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday, 7th Son: Descent is back! Welcome to the sixth (of ten) serialized PDF episodes of the novel 7th Son: Descent. 7th Son is now available in bookstores and for immediate purchase online. Learn how you can support the novel's print release at this page.
Synopsis: The story shifts to Houston, where billionaire oil tycoon A.U. Rookman conducts a videoconference with a business associate. Michael, John, Dr. Mike and the 7th Son soldiers reach Los Angeles. After a tense ride through the streets of West Hollywood, the team arrives at Folie a Deux. The mission to stop John Alpha -- and save Dania Sheridan -- begins. At the 7th Son facility, Father Thomas, Jack and Jay learn more about Kilroy2.0's world. A powerful benefactor lends a hand.
Like what you've read? Tell a friend, and give a shout in the comments!
After a week off for the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday, 7th Son: Descent is back!
Welcome to the seventh (of ten) serialized episodes of the free audiobook, 7th Son: Descent. 7th Son is now available in bookstores and for immediate purchase online. Catch up with the story by downloading past episodes. Learn how you can support the novel's print release at this page.
Synopsis: The story shifts to Houston, where billionaire oil tycoon A.U. Rookman conducts a videoconference with a business associate. Michael, John, Dr. Mike and the 7th Son soldiers reach Los Angeles. After a tense ride through the streets of West Hollywood, the team arrives at Folie a Deux. The mission to stop John Alpha -- and save Dania Sheridan -- begins. At the 7th Son facility, Father Thomas, Jack and Jay learn more about Kilroy2.0's world. A powerful benefactor lends a hand.
Chatter: J.C. teases a fun 5-minute fan-powered presentation that appears after the chapters. 7th Son: Descent needs your support now more than ever.
7th Son: Descent's anthem is "Descent" by Celldweller. Learn more about the band at Celldweller.com.
Like what you hear? Tell a friend, and give a shout in the comments!
We break 'net with a special report from the WORLD WAR 7 front lines! Would you like to know more? Learn more about WORLD WAR 7, Warvember and Division 7...
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Welcome to the sixth (of ten) serialized PDF episodes of the novel 7th Son: Descent. 7th Son is now available in bookstores and for immediate purchase online. Learn how you can support the novel's print release at this page.
Synopsis: Coming soon; J.C. apologizes for the inconvenience. He's currently speaking in NYC.
The Descent podcast will take a brief break next week for the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday, and will resume the following week.
Like what you've read? Tell a friend, and give a shout in the comments!
Welcome to the sixth (of ten) serialized episodes of the free audiobook, 7th Son: Descent. 7th Son is now available in bookstores and for immediate purchase online. Learn how you can support the novel's print release at this page.
Synopsis: Coming soon; J.C. apologizes for the inconvenience.
Chatter: J.C. is short on time in this episode -- he's about to hop on a plane for NYC. (This is explains the current lack-o-synopsis.) The Descent podcast will take a brief break next week for the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday, and will resume the following week.
7th Son: Descent's anthem is "Descent" by Celldweller. Learn more about the band at Celldweller.com.
Like what you hear? Tell a friend, and give a shout in the comments!
Hey, everybody! If you live in the Orlando area, swing on by the Urban Think! bookstore this Saturday. I'll be reading and signing!
When: Saturday, Nov. 21, 1 pm Where: Urban Think! Bookstore ~ 625 East Central Blvd. ~ Orlando, FL 32801
What’s up: I’ll be reading and signing at this fantastic indie bookstore. Come out and see me!
More information: urbanthinkorlando.com
I hope to meet some of you awesome peeps at the event!
--J.C.
"Do This For Me (Bonus Percussion Version)" is the sixth of six free folk songs from Anyman, written and performed by John Smith, which were released on a weekly schedule here at JCHutchins.net.
While a link to more songs was mentioned in John's 7th Son: 7 Days prequel story, J.C. wanted to provide all five songs to all 7th Son fans. This is the bonus track, a version of "Do This For Me" with a light percussion background.
Miami resident John Smith, a character in J.C.'s upcoming thriller 7th Son: Descent, is a man who dreams big ... but lives a small life. Determined to change his life's course, he recorded a five-song EP titled Anyman, and posted it to the Web. This occurred two weeks before the events seen in 7th Son: Descent.
Lyrics for this song appear beneath the audio player. Learn more about 7th Son: Descent’s print novel release here. Order your copy today.
"Do This For Me" Lyrics
Lemme lay out the situation
The house I'm living in
Is made of blame and condemnation
I'm lookin' to move out
When the goin's tough
That's what I'm all about
Now you could be
A big help to me
Lemme slip on in
So I can start all over again
Let's explore the opportunity
I'm in your hands
Get a grip and think what you could make of me
You're on top in this scenario
But when the time is right
I'll be your impresario
Do this for me
It's a simple thing
For a complex girl
Do this for me
And I'll make sure
That I do right by you
Take your time on this decision
I got nowhere to be
And the sun is barely risen
All while you're thinkin'
I'll be down here
Persuadin' and convincin'
Check out this badassery: My pal and fellow writer/podcaster Steve Saylor recently released a new collection of short stories called The Caffeine Collection -- and he wants YOU to get a free sneak peek! Yummy free fiction in PDF form ... it doesn't get any better than that, peeps! He and brilliant musician (and businessman) Geoff Smith have combined forces to create an innovative new series and way to distribute it! Check this tweaked excerpt from a recent press release Steve circulated:
From science fiction and fantasy, to action and comedy, there is a genre for anyone's taste. Steve Saylor started writing "The Caffeine Collection" after the launch of his podcast novel "Black Shadow" in December of 2007. He wrote most of the collection at his local Starbucks during the summer of 2009 -- which inspired its title.
What's equally noteworthy is how Saylor is using Smith's "RingtoneFeeder" platform to sell and distribute the series.
RingtoneFeeder is an innovative approach to distributing digital content, such as ringtones. The service offers a paid subscription model which automatically installs original ringtones to an iPhone via iTunes. Saylor's The Caffeine Collection uses this proven delivery method and model to distribute stories to paid subscribers.
"I am super excited to be the first to distribute a short story collection in the same way," Saylor said. "This is an experiment which could revolutionize the way authors can publish their work."
I'm pretty excited about it too -- and will be closely watching Steve's success. In the meantime, you should learn more about Steve's work, and bebop over to The Caffeine Collection RingtoneFeeder page to experience more risk-free fiction before deciding to support his work. And of course, check out the below link to the free short story Steve's given us: The 39. Enjoy!
--J.C.
Welcome to the fourth (of ten) serialized episodes of the free audiobook, 7th Son: Descent. 7th Son is now available in bookstores and for immediate purchase online. Learn how you can support the novel's print release at this page.
Synopsis: The clones continue to decipher the Morse Code clue. Dr. Mike takes charge. John Alpha's intentions become more clear. The second half of the clue is decoded. Meanwhile at a military base in the Russian wilderness, a former CIA agent named Doug Devlin reminisces about his past -- and his current alliance with a man the clones know very well. A much larger conspiracy is unveiled. The implications of John Alpha's plans become clearer.
Like what you've read? Tell a friend, and give a shout in the comments!
Welcome to the fifth (of ten) serialized episodes of the free audiobook, 7th Son: Descent. 7th Son is now available in bookstores and for immediate purchase online. Learn how you can support the novel's print release at this page.
Synopsis: The clones continue to decipher the Morse Code clue. Dr. Mike takes charge. John Alpha's intentions become more clear. The second half of the clue is decoded. Meanwhile at a military base in the Russian wilderness, a former CIA agent named Doug Devlin reminisces about his past -- and his current alliance with a man the clones know very well. A much larger conspiracy is unveiled. The implications of John Alpha's plans become clearer.
Chatter: J.C. briefly mentions the news found in the most recent Beta Clone Army update podcast. He also mistakenly says that there are two chapters in this episode. There are more than two. :)
7th Son: Descent's anthem is "Descent" by Celldweller. Learn more about the band at Celldweller.com.
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Welcome to the fourth Beta Clone Army Update episode! WARVEMBER IS HERE. Are you in?
J.C. spills deets about Week One sales of 7th Son (it's great news -- snag a copy if you haven't already), and then delivers a nuclear payload of an announcement: he's declared war on planet Earth! It's WORLD WAR 7, and you're invited to enlist in DIVISION 7, an ultra-elite sect of the Beta Clone Army!
In this episode, J.C. chats about:
NATASHA'S MINISTRY MISSION FOR THIS WEEK:
The Beta Clone Army Update anthem is "Birthright: Birthwrong Remix" by Celldweller and Blue Stahli. Learn more about the artists at Celldweller.com and BlueStahli.com.
The Ministry of Propaganda anthem is "Korobeiniki" by Ozma. Learn more about the band at OzmaOnline.com.
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"Katabatic" is the fifth of six free folk songs from Anyman, written and performed by John Smith, which will be released on a weekly schedule here at JCHutchins.net.
While a link to more songs was mentioned in John's 7th Son: 7 Days prequel story, J.C. wanted to provide all five songs to all 7th Son fans ... with a bonus track on the sixth week.
Miami resident John Smith, a character in J.C.'s upcoming thriller 7th Son: Descent, is a man who dreams big ... but lives a small life. Determined to change his life's course, he recorded a five-song EP titled Anyman, and posted it to the Web. This occurred two weeks before the events seen in 7th Son: Descent.
Lyrics for this song appear beneath the audio player. Learn more about 7th Son: Descent’s print novel release here. Order your copy today.
"Katabatic" Lyrics
When the power fails
And the walls come down
Pickin' flowers in the rubble
That's where I will be found
When the levy breaks
And the ground gives way
I'll be swimmin' down your street
Just another perfect day
Ain't no need to feel pathetic
Don't go aneurismatic
Everything is katabatic
And when your wishing star becomes a meteor
Aimin' at your house
Baby don't you grouse
Just take a page from Johnny's Big Book of Advice
'Cuz I'm cold as ice
If the lightning breaks
Its only rule
I just make like Tesla
Baby I'm no fool
You might think
I got it wrong
But if I'm not dead
I must be crazy strong
Ain't no need to feel pathetic
Just embrace the copacetic
Everything is katabatic
Stand in front of the freezer, wheezer!
Suck on an ice cube, noob!
You must chill, daffodil!
I hail from Kentucky, the Bluegrass State, and am proud to say that my fine commonwealth is the birthplace of bluegrass music. I love the stuff (whenever I'm in a bad mood, I put on my Bill Monroe: Live From Mountain Stage album and things turn around right quick), and also love listening to interviews. That's why I was absolutely dazzled by this interview recorded by the brilliant Wichita Rutherford. Wichita came up in podcasting -- he remains one of my favorite podcasters of all time; he's so precious -- and now hosts "The Grand Old Time Machine" Sirius/XM show. He recently spent some quality time with bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs ... and the interview is nothing short of awesome.
You've gotta check out this interview, even if you don't know much about bluegrass music. You'll hear an intimate take on Ricky's life story and family, and his journey into the musical life -- and learn a lot about bluegrass along the way. You won't regret it.
But you gotta move fast; Wichita says the MP3 will be available for a few days.
--J.C.
My dear friend Tabz recently turned me on to the cool folks at Stranger Press, and -- since she's doing some outreach on the company's behalf -- also hooked me up with a FREE super-sized lithograph of the cover of THE UNTAMED, Volume 1. Smokin' hot.
But since my walls are covered, I want to give it to YOU!
Check this from Tabz: "THE UNTAMED is the first comic from Stranger Press. The company is truly born out of a Hollywood mindset in terms of quality, look and feel. ... Stranger Comics really seeks to bring back the feel of the golden age of comics, but with a modern twist. The stories are dark, but with a resounding, emotional plot line.
"In THE UNTAMED, we meet an unscrupulous man now facing purgatory who seeks escape by killing 7 souls. His journey seems to be going according to plan until he meets a young woman who reminds him of his daughter. Will she be his next victim?"
I've read an excerpt, and the thing's burning my laptop screen, it's so hot. Check it here.
So. Want that killer litho of THE UNTAMED's cover? Participation is easy-peasy:
Tabz herself will randomly select one lucky winner; I'll post the winner's name in the comments of this post.
DEADLINE: Nov. 6, 2009. You gotta move fast if you wanna keep up with the Hutch ... and THE UNTAMED!
--J.C.