GET IN ON THE GIVE-AWAYS!

Mick Bordet is giving out download codes for the music in Some Other Scotland. You can get the codes by tweeting the link to his interview and emailing him. He will be running the contest only until our interview on August 31, 2:30 pm PST/5:30 pm EST.

Additionally, Mick is giving away a free book for the best BTR-PR question and allowing a listener to name a character. Get the full details here. 

Move fast, get involved, and come to the live broadcast with Mick Bordet and Podioracket. As always, feel free to call into the show and talk to the author first hand at (347) 996-3319, join in the chat, or just sit back and listen. The show will also be available in archive . . . but you have to be there to win! Join us at BTR-PR.

Coming up on Podioracket’s Blog Talk Radio Extension on Thursday, August 20 at 6pm Pacific/9pm Eastern is author J.D. Sawyer.

J.D. Sawyer is the author of several works, including Sculpting God, Predestination (a 2009 Parsec Finalist for “Best New Speculative Fiction Podcaster/Team,”) , and Other Games of Chance. Join us LIVE to learn about his new release Down From Ten.

Set a reminder! because we will also be giving away some Podioracket swag at the LIVE interview! Win with us, and be sure to enter J.D’s contest.

Win a signed print of the cover to J.D. Sawyer’s Predestination!

 Entering is as easy as 1-2-3:

1) Send a post card to:

Chooch and Viv
43 Town and Country Drive
Suite 182
Fredericksburg, VA 22405

2) Make sure to include your name and return address (where we’ll ship the print) and a statement that you are at least 18 years old.

3) All entries must be post marked no later than August 26, 2009

They will do a random drawing with one winner receiving the print through the mail.
The contest is being hosted at http://www.intotheblender.com/.

He talked about remastering the early episodes and he plans on doing a side-by-side audio comparison for the Podioracket podcast (we’re naturally very excited about this) to show how he has improved his audio production skills over the last 2+ years.

When we asked him about being a Parsec Finalist for Murder at Avedon Hill after two years of podcasting P.G. remarked, “. . . they had to make me a finalist, or they’d have to give me a lifetime achievement award for a single podcast.”

He also talked about Dragon*Con, the Parsecs, The Dead Robots’ Society, working with an awesome editor, and the upcoming print release of Murder at Avedon Hill.

Listen to a clip of the show to hear P.G. talk about Tales of the Children:

or download the clip.

And you’ll find the full interview in the player on our site (near right-hand sidebar) or at on our Blog Talk Radio’s archive.

About Tales of the Children

(from P.G.’s website):

The Children of Az are the immortals that can choose to enter the Land of Caern in order to directly affect events in the world. Some of the Children were featured in Murder at Avedon Hill, while others were merely hinted at.

Starting September 9th, 2009, P.G. Holyfield, the creator and producer of Murder at Avedon Hill will bring you the next chapter in the Land of Caern universe.

Tales of the Children is a podcast anthology, with content that will focus on the history of the Land of Caern… and the Children that shaped it.

The stories in the anthology are going to feature or at least touch upon some aspect of the Children of Az. Some of these stories might be legends told by characters living today… and by today I mean during the time of Arames Kragen and Murder at Avedon Hill. They might be fables told by mothers to their children to help them sleep at night. They might be from the point of view of one of the Children, or of someone directly affected by one or more of the Children living in the world.

The podcast will feature:

•new fiction by P.G. Holyfield.
•contributions from some of the best names in podcast fiction!
•and if you so desire… content created by you… the fans of Murder at Avedon Hill.
Who are some of the authors that have signed on to be part of this anthology?

•Philippa Ballantine
•Lonnie Ezell
•Gabrielle Harbowy
•Mark Kinney
•Nathan Lowell
•Jack Mangan
•Patrick McLean
•Tee Morris
•Mark Yoshimoto Nemcoff
•Scott Roche
•Tabitha Grace Smith
And these aren’t all… as we get closer to September I will certainly be adding to this list!

As stated above, I’m inviting you to join in the fun. There are pages on this website detailing the Children of Az and Caern’s history. There is also a page that focuses on the Constraints placed on the Children by their father, Az.

There are episodes (especially #28 and #33) of Murder at Avedon Hill with legends of the Children.

If you are a writer, an artist, or a musician and are interested in being part of this podcast, send me and email or contact me on twitter or skype.

Don’t delay… on 9/9/09, it all begins… and believe me… you won’t want to miss it, when the Children finally come out to play

“Essentially, what I am offering is an original copy of one of my manuscripts. This will be a signed boxed copy of Homesick on paper. Best of all, this would be one of the original drafts that does not make reference to Marker Stone. Who knows, this may be worth something some day!” — Paul J. Joseph

How do you win this memorobilia? Glad you asked! Simply leave a comment for Paul at Podiobooks.com, Itunes or on his web site and then shoot him an email.  He’ll draw a name at the end of August. The deadline is August 31!

Archive-worthy!

The Podioracket Blog Talk Radio Extension just helped Seth Harwood give away print copies of Jack Wakes Up during our LIVE show with him. In appreciation of the more than 200 live listeners, Seth surprised us all by giving away a bonus third copy of his book! Check out the archived interview to hear more about Jack Wakes Up, really thoughtful insight about what it means to be published by a large publishing house, and simply enjoy an entertaining and spirited writer.

Congrats to those three winners!

Happening Now-

If you want to see the tables turned, tune in to Conversations Live, where our own Rhonda Carpenter will be interviewed by Cyrus Webb in a 30-minute LIVE show on Thursday, July 23rd at 5pm PST/8pm EST. Rhonda does a fantastic job on the regular Podioracket feed and the Podioracket Blog Talk Extension.  Let’s support Rhonda and help her shine as she talks about The Mark of a Druid! Bring your questions.

Future with Rewards!

Want to go 4 for 4? This is a awesome contest. Podioracket and Brian Rathbone join forces in this 4 Book Giveaway. It’s too easy to pass up.

Join Brian LIVE on Blog Talk Radio Podioracket Thursday, July 23, 2009 at 6:00 pm PST/9:00 pm EST. Set your reminder now: BlogTalkRadio.com/Podioracket.

There will be a reading from the author and Q&A about the fascinating World of Godsland and the exciting release of The Dawning of Power trilogy. While in chat, ask a question or, better yet, call in (347) 996-3319. That’s it! It’s so easy to help spread the word, have some fun, and join in the celebration. Do it now because the interview is the end of the contest!

While the paperback and ebook editions of The Dawning of Power trilogy are already available for sale on Amazon, this contest celebrates the Podiobooks.com release of Dragon Ore, which will complete the audio trilogy. There is still a little time and four ways to win one of four autographed copies of The Dawning of Power See the Rules at The Dawning of Power

The contest ends July 23 on Podioracket’s Blog Talk show. 
Good luck!

Seth Harwood is offering a signed copy of Jack Wakes Up on our BTR-PR show Tuesday, July 21, 6:00 pm PST/9:00 pm EST. Be at the show as a call in guest 347-996-3319 or in the live chat and get to ask him a question in order to qualify for the drawing. You could win! Set a reminder.

Virtual Vice

And check out the trailer for the Podiobooks.com book Virtual Vice. Interested in more info? Check out the archived Podioracket.com BTR .

Here is a contest that you need to jump on now. Seeing friends this weekend? Bring your copy of Personal Effects Dark Art and spread the word! If you already have a copy of Dark Art then you know this book is so different and exciting that showing it off is easy. The trans-media effects are stunning and what better way to tell everyone you know about a killer way to win a battle-ready sword with an original, one of a kind piece of flash fiction on it.  Challenge yourself to be worthy of the Sword of Blood. We will let J.C Hutchins and Matt Wallace Show-and-Tell you below. But really, you could own a piece of them. Can you say DNA sample?

WIN the Sword of Blood!

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.

Language warning on the video. Plug the kiddies ears.

Win One of Four Signed Books!

Podioracket and Brian Rathbone join forces in this new contest that is too easy to pass up.

Four ways to win one of four autographed copies of The Dawning of Power – Now available on Amazon.com and other online book sellers.

1. Follow and RT!  Follow @brianrathbone on Twitter and retweet the
message below to enter:RT Follow @brianrathbone and RT to enter to win 1 of 4 signed 1st editions of The Dawning of Power http://bit.ly/26Ifz

2. Follow and spread the word! Follow @brianrathbone on Twitter then snag a TDoP Avatar let everyone know they are getting 3 stories in one novel for under $18.00. (comparable to a pizza, or a couple trips to Starbucks.)

3. Blog it up or grab a banner! Tell everyone about this sizzling hot
interview by putting this link in your blog or going to
http://www.brianrathbone.com/wordpress/win-a-signed-bookwin-a-signed-book/ and snagging a TDoP banner (please link it to this page), then
email the url to contest@brianrathbone.com

4. Come to the live interview on Blog Talk Radio Podioracket July 23,
2009 at 6:00 pm PST 9:00 pm EST. Set your reminder now so you remember. BlogTalkRadio.com/Podioracket 

There will be a reading from the author and Q&A about the fascinating
World of Godsland and the exciting release of The Dawning of Power
trilogy. While in chat, ask a question or call in (347) 996-3319, your
name will go into the drawing. Then email  contest@brianrathbone.com so
you can be contacted when your name is drawn.

That’s it! It’s so easy to help spread the word, have some fun, and join
in the celebration.

Rules:
Contest Period Begins: July 1st, 2009

Contest Period Ends: July 23rd 2009 7:30PM PST

Prize: Signed first edition of The Dawning of Power trilogy

Contestants may enter as many times as they would like using any
combination of the ways to enter listed above.

The winners will be chosen at random from the eligible entries within 24
hours of the end of contest period and notified on Twitter via Direct
Message or via email.

Be sure to follow @podioracket @rhondacarpenter and @hroulo as thanks for hosting this event.

Good luck!