or download the episode.

INTERVIEWS

Guardians

by A. S. Frye

Bio: I’m 63 years old. I was born and raised in Los Angeles. I have worked on this book off and on for about 20 years.  

Website: www.ufotale.com
Email: asfrye1@gmail.com

The Secrets of the Italian Language 2 – I Segreti della Lingua Italiana per Stranieri 2

Antonio Libertino is a very widely experienced teacher who has also learned English and German. In fact he loves language and cultures, both Italian and foreign, and for this reason he took the prestigious Ditals certificate. Now, he teaches Italian to foreigners and runs his bed and breakfast near Tropea, his beloved home town.

He can be reached at:
Websites: http://www.speakitalianmagically.com or http://www.italianoinitalia.com
Email: info@italianoinitalia.com

NEWS & CONTESTS

Television Show for Personal Effects:Dark Art

Podioracket sends big congratulation to Jordan Weissman and J.C. Hutchins. Personal Effects:Dark Art just may be a new television series. The project is said to be in pre-production. We hope to see it soon. Congrats Jordan and J.C.

Horror Contests

Wicked Women Writers and Masters of Macabre contests have been announced. Join in creating some horror-ful podcast entries. They will air on horroraddicts.net and be voted on by listeners.

Wicked Women Writers link: http://wickedwomenwriters.wordpress.com/ (Update: 17 authors are in this competition. We will keep let our listeners know when the voting begins.)

Masters of Macabre link: http://mastersofmacabre.wordpress.com/ (Update: Taking entrants until April 10th, 2011)

Podioracket Presents-Glimpses is Open for Submissions

Glimpses (Volume Two of Podioracket Presents) is OPEN for submissions. We are accepting submissions from Podiobooks.com authors who wish to have a short story that takes place in (one of) their book’s world included in the Podioracket Presents-Glimpses anthology. Submit text to prp@podioracket.com. See our PRP Submission Guide for information on how to submit. Submission period ends Monday April 4, 2010.

Contest

Basil Sands give away ends March 31st 2011. Buy 65 Below and/or Faithful Warrior and be entered to win a new Kindle WiFi reader! There are lots of ways to win go to his website www.Basilsands.com.

Affilate Offer

Wizzard Media / Libsyn has an offer open for the first 6 months of 2011, if you are interested in working with them to help bring your advertisers to other podcasts please contact feedback@libsyn.com for all the details of this special offer.

NEW & COMPLETE RELEASES

New Release

Hey man, I’ve heard you sold your dreamsby Benjamin G. Dubel Poetry
Coming Together: Out Loud, Volume 1by Nobilis Reed Erotica ADULT: Adult oriented themes, language and situations. Content not suitable for minors.

Now Complete

Wiener Blutby Katharina Maimer Fantasy
The Guild of the Cowry Catchers, Book 2 Flames by Abigail Hilton Fantasy
The Sins of the Fathersby William Tennant Fiction

The Secret World Chronicle, Book Four: World Divided by Mercedes Lackey, Dennis Lee, and Cody Martin, with Larry Dixon and Veronica Giguere Science Fiction
Eugenics and Other Evils by Gilbert Keith Chesterton Essays

Listen to the audio
or download now!

INTERVIEWS

EDGE Science Fiction and Fantasy Publishing authors joined us in October for a BTR show interview, but we didn’t get nearly enough time to really speak with Lynda Williams. We are making that up to you now.

Lynda Williams

lives in Prince George, British Columbia, Canada where she is hard at work completing the 10 Book Science Fiction epic The Okal Rel Saga. Okal Rel stands for swords-in-space as one manifestation of a belief system designed to balance the sustainability of life in the universe with personal ambitions, good and evil. Lynda’s publications also include a growing list of Okal Rel Universe related books published by Windstorm Creative. Her latest short fiction, “The Harpy”, based on a Robert Service poem, appears in Mythspring (2006) edited by Julie E. Czerneda. Born in Prince George, British Columbia, Lynda holds three post secondary degrees and is pursuing an MA in English, part time, with a special interest in Canadian Science Fiction. She is also a book editor for ScrollPress, operated by Dr. Dee Horne, and chair of UNBC Press, a small university press.

Contact Lynda through Edge Publishing

Blog: http://okalrel.blogspot.com/

If you would like to hear the rest of the Edge Publishing authors, including Nancy Kilpatrick, editor of the Evolve:Vampire Stories of the New Undead anthology, and Alexandra MacKenzie, author of Immortal Quest: The Trouble with Mages, you can grab the archived episode here.

Daniel Blumburg is the voice and producer of Jim Zoetewey’s The Legion of Nothing

Daniel is a huge fan of science fiction/fantasy and the superhero genre. For the pen and paper crowd out there he enjoys playing Champions once a week with friends. He got hooked on The Secret World Chronicles by Mercedes Lackey and from there wanted to produce his own podcast!

He is producing the story written by Jim Zoetewey. Jim’s website for the Legion of Nothing story is http://inmydaydreams.com/

Contact Daniel here: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1668992434

NEWS

BTR-PR Ending

As you may have read in our last blog post, the extended Blog Talk Radio show is coming to an end this month because of changes to the BTR hosting format. We are looking for other outlets for the extended show but we are having little luck. If you have ideas about how to replace BTR let us know by emailing us at contact@podioracket.com. There is one last BTR show scheduled, on Jan 27th, with Emmy Z Madrigal.  Set your reminder now!

Podioracket’s Podcast Expands Focus

This seasons focus for Podioracket expands interviews to include new publishing: publishers, editors and we are looking forward to bringing you the new voices of Podiobooks.com, just like always.

Podioracket Presents-Glimpses is Open for Submissions

Glimpses (Volume Two of Podioracket Presents) is OPEN for submissions. We are accepting submissions from Podiobooks.com authors who wish to have a short story that takes place in (one of) their book’s world included in the Podioracket Presents-Glimpses anthology. Submit text to prp@podioracket.com. See our PRP Submission Guide for information on how to submit. Submission period ends Monday April 4, 2010.

RECENTLY RELEASED ON PODIOBOOKS.COM

New Releases

The Sins of the Fathers by William Tennant Fiction

Untrue Tales… Book Four by Teel McClanahan III Science Fiction

Impariamo l’italiano a Tropea by Antonio Libertino, Giuseppe Meligrana Non-Fiction

The Legion of Nothing by Jim Zoetewey Science Fiction





Cheval Bayard by Artemis Greenleaf Fantasy FAMILY FRIENDLY

Owner’s Share by Nathan Lowell Science Fiction

Winifred by Charles Souby Fiction

The Faeries of Birchover Wood – Book 1 – The Bad by Ian Rutter Fantasy FOR KIDS

Parallel Worlds: Nothing is as it seems… by Heather Macauley Noell Inspirational Fiction

The Red Album of Asbury Park Remixed by Alex Austin Fiction

Eddie’s Desert Rose by Vincent Meis Thriller

Now Complete

The Guerrilla Poet by Keith Hughes Science Fiction

The Red Album of Asbury Park Remixed by Alex Austin Fiction

Revival Incidents by Beverly Carradine History FAMILY FRIENDLY

Vulture Capital by Mark Coggins Thriller

Released Complete

How to Avoid Positive Stinking by Vic Zarley Spirituality

The Tear Thief by Alain Bezancon Fiction

Advanced Christianity by Vic Zarley Spirituality FAMILY FRIENDLY

Storm Over Warlock by Andre Norton Science Fiction FAMILY FRIENDLY

Tumbler by Brand Gamblin Science Fiction FAMILY FRIENDLY: Safe for family listening
The White Shadow Saga: The Stolen Moon of Londor by A.P. Stephens Fantasy
The Eye Of The Storm by Jeffrey Lynn Stoddard Mystery
The Scars by William Tennant  Fiction

  
Toothless by J. P. Moore Historical Fantasy
Serpentine Street by Jeffrey Lynn Stoddard Humor
Theme and Variations by Michelle M. Welch, editor Science Fiction
V and A Shipping by J.R. Murdock Science Fiction

   
3 Dooms of America by Eugene Fairfield Science Fiction
Fatal Gamble by JP O’Donnell Mystery
Cheating, Death by Teel McClanahan III Horror/Dark Fantasy
Nina Kimberly the Merciless (Remastered) by Christiana Ellis Fantasy

   
Checkwolf – Book 4: Failure Not Tolerated by Remy Gibson Fiction
Glitter Girl by Erin O’Briant Fiction
Ravenwood by Nathan Lowell Fantasy
Serving Worlds by John Mierau Fantasy

   

Bobby and the Bedouins by Tom Lichtenberg Fiction
Storie di Fiori by Silvia Cecchini Inspirational Fiction
Trapping A Duchess by Michele Bekemeyer Romance
The Secret World Chronicle, Book Two: The Hunt by Mercedes Lackey and Steve Libbey Science Fiction

or download Episode 20

Joe Cottonwood

Babcock
by Joe Cottonwood
Children

Joe Cottonwood’s Blog

Joe Cottonwood’s Author Site

William Tennant

The Scars

by William Tennant

Twitter: wllmtnnnt (william tennant with no vowels or spaces)

Website: www.myspace.com/william_tennant

NEWS

The Write Stuff is live! Support literacy. Learn more in the Podioracket.com article or go to www.thewritestufftv.com.

Operation eBook Drop is getting a great reaction. Check out the archived BTR episode with Mark Coker and Ed Patterson and the information in our article. Support our troops without hurting the author.

Emerian Rich’s first Knight’s Night book signing is coming up. Prizes and a companion book will be offered at the live signing.

AWE (Autumn Writer’s Event) takes place in Second Life in October. The exhibition shows off the works of authors active in Second Life. See Emerian Rich, Arlene Radasky, Rhonda Carpenter, H.E. Roulo and Nathan Lowell along with many other authors.

CONTESTS

www.radasky.com to name a character in Arlene Rasasky’s book ends October 30.

New www.themarkofadruid.com contest has started!

Podioracket.com continues to seek Podiobooks.com promos. If you listen to the episode, you get to enjoy a real man-on-the-street promo put together by Wyken Seagrave.

New Releases

The Gearheart by Alex White Steampunk

Tattoo by Paul Elard Cooley Horror/Dark Fantasy

Stories I Told Myself by Patrick E. McLean Literature

Harvey by Phil Rossi Horror/Dark Fantasy

Wrath of the White Tigress by David Alastair Hayden Fantasy

Alibi Jones by Mike Luoma Science Fiction

7th Son: 7 Days (Prequel Anthology) by J.C. Hutchins Science Fiction. J.C will be joining us on BTR-PR Oct 27th at 6pm PST/9pm EST. Look for our special post on Friday to learn how you can get one of the first autographed print copies of 7th Son: Descent.

Now Complete

Unconventional by J. J. Hebert Inspirational Fiction Family Friendly

In this episode Rhonda talks with Keith Hughes and Heather talks with Emmy Z. Madrigal. 

Listen Now:

or Download Episode 16.

Borrowed Time by Keith Hughes Science Fiction

This is Keith’s first book on Podiobooks.com and we really enjoyed talking to him about Borrowed Time.
Website: http://www.penslinger.com/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/edgizmo
Voice mail: (206) 309-9171

Star Struck by Emmy Z. Madrigal

Websites:  http://www.sweetdreamsnovel.com
http://www.emzbox.com, & http://www.horroraddicts.net/
Email:  emzboxATsbcglobal.net 
Twitter @emzbox

Related News: Emerian Rich’s Night’s Knight will be released in October.

News

Dark Overlord Media

Scott Sigler & Audacity Events of San Diego have turned the traditional publishing model on its ear with the creation of Dark Overlord Media’s inspection. The announcement was made August 19th. It is a publishing house that will create premium limited edition books and other properties for those with an established online following.

Dark Overlord Media’s first release is The Rookie, Sigler’s far in the future space football story. Get a signed, limited-edition, hand numbered hardback. This edition has 50 extra pages of content you can’t get in a podcast. The Future Dark Overlord is kicking of the Tailgate tour on September 7th with a 20 city tour in 24 days to promote this release. Order yours now at Scottsigler.com.


 

The Mark of a Druid Book Signing

August 29th – Beat the southern California heat and rise above it all in the San Bernardino mountains at the first book signing for The Mark of a Druid. Join me, Rhonda R Carpenter for the reading, see the original art and meet the cover artist Amie Perry-Reavis from noon to 2 pm At McCabes and Co Booksellers in Crestline Ca. And a little bird told me I would not be the only author in attendance. We may even give out some signed posters. When it is all said and done please feel free to enjoy the mountains, lakes, shopping or spectacular site of the community I call home.

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/

Some other Scotland

Mick Bordet is still 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 until the BRT-PR interview on August 31, 2:30 pm PST/5:30 pm EST. He is giving away a free book for the best BTR question and allowed a listener to name a character. Here are the details.

Review it up!

Rhonda is asking her fans for their help to spread the word about The Mark of a Druid.

Rhonda says,

 ”Where can you put them? Itunes, Amazon, B&N, Podiobooks.com, Podcast pickle; your personal blog is a great place to talk about the book or where ever you can think of to put up a review. I still have not found a way to see overseas Amazon reviews so if you are out of the U.S. please feel free to take a screen shot and email.
This contest is retroactive so if you’ve written a review already just click participate on contest #10 and let me know where you left the review. Same thing for new reviews.
On September 13th I will announce 2 random winners from all those who review it or have already posted a review. What will you get? A lead into the final contest for the grand prize of the original oil on canvas that will be awarded at the end of this year. With this prize you can really see the hidden images on the cover.
Your words mean the world to me and I want to read them.
Good Luck,
Rhonda”

Help Name Characters in Sea Hawk

Arlene Radasky needs names for her characters in her new novel SEA HAWK. When you email her with your suggestions, she will put your name in the hat for a FREE signed book THE FOX, sent anywhere in the world. Winner will be drawn on October 30, 2009. For all the detals go to her website.

Calling all Podcasters and Podiobooks.com authors

Enter the Podioracket.com sponsored Podiobooks.com Promo Competition! Simply create your one-minute promo, the perfect storm of persuasion and enthusiasm, then email it to contact@podioracket.com. See the complete list of rules and suggestions in our handy-dandy guide.

New Releases

Dragon Ore by Brian Rathbone Fantasy

Heretics by G.K. Chesterton Essays Produced by David Grizzly Smith FAMILY FRIENDLY: Safe for family listening

The Scars by William Tennant Literature

Tumbler by Brand Gamblin Science Fiction FAMILY FRIENDLY: Safe for family listening

Completed Works

AMNAR: THE AWAKENING by Isabel Joely Black Fantasy

The Ninth Avatar by Todd Newton Fantasy

A User’s Manual for the Human Experience by Michael W. Dean Self-Help

Anon Time by Craig Robertson Science Fiction

The Sphere Of Travel (TSOT2) Science Fiction
FAMILY FRIENDLY: Safe for family listening