GraphicAudio - Duane's Pick of the Week

In the latest edition of Duane’s Pick Podcast, our Director of Production features the hilarious new sci-fi series JANITORS OF THE POST-APOCALYPSE 1: Terminal Alliance. This new series was written by Jim C. Hines and introduces the unlikely heroes that may just save the galaxy: a crew of space janitors. The Krakau came to Earth to invite humanity into a growing alliance of sentient species. However, they happened to arrive after a mutated plague wiped out half the planet, turned the rest into shambling, near-unstoppable animals, and basically destroyed human civilization. You know—your standard apocalypse. The Krakau’s first impulse was to turn around and go home. (After all, it’s hard to have diplomatic relations with mindless savages who eat your diplomats.) Their second impulse was to try to fix us. Now, a century later, human beings might not be what they once were, but at least they’re no longer trying to eat everyone. Mostly. Marion “Mops” Adamopoulos is surprisingly bright (for a human). As a Lieutenant on the Earth Mercenary Corps Ship Pufferfish, she’s in charge of the Shipboard Hygiene and Sanitation team. When a bioweapon attack wipes out the Krakau command crew and reverts the rest of the humans to their feral state, only Mops and her team are left with their minds intact. Escaping the attacking aliens—not to mention her shambling crewmates—is only the beginning. Sure, Mops and her team of space janitors and plumbers can clean the ship as well as anyone, but flying the damn thing is another matter. As they struggle to keep the Pufferfish functioning and find a cure for their crew, they stumble onto a conspiracy that could threaten the entire alliance… a conspiracy born from the truth of what happened on Earth all those years ago. https://www.graphicaudio.net/janitors-of-the-post-apocalypse-1-terminal-alliance.html

In the latest edition of Duane’s Pick of the Week Podcast, our Director of Production features another new series - The Chaos Queen 2: Dark Immolation by Christopher Husberg! A new religion is rising, gathering followers drawn by rumors of prophetess Jane Oden. Her sister, Cinzia - onetime Cantic priestess - is by her side but fears that Jane will lead them to ruin. For both the church and the Nazaniin assassins are still on their trail, and much worse may come. Knot, his true nature now revealed if not truly understood, is haunted by the memories of others and is not the ally he once was. Astrid travels to Tinska to find answers for her friend, but the childlike vampire has old enemies who have been waiting for her return. And beyond the Blood Gate in the northern empire of Roden, a Tiellan woman finds herself with a new protector. One who wants to use her extraordinary abilities for his own ends. https://www.graphicaudio.net/our-productions/series/chaos-queen.html

In the latest edition of Duane’s Pick of the Week Podcast, our Director of Production features a new series - Corvis Rebaine 1: The Conqueror's Shadow by Ari Marmell! It is a curse to be haunted by the past. It is worse to be hunted by it… In the realm of Imphallion, there once was a nightmare—a living nightmare known only as the Terror of the East. Nigh invulnerable in his magical black armor and aided by unholy minions, he laid waste to all in his path on his all-consuming quest to bring order to the land. His order. Then, at what should have been his moment of triumph, his will failed. And his army fell. Taking a young noblewoman as hostage, he escaped, vanishing into darkest memory. Years later, Corvis Rebaine is a simple man, content with his loving wife and children. The terrible deeds and glories of his past life are dead and buried along with his former name and its monstrous legacy—until his daughter is taken by fiends under a maniacal young warlord looking to complete the Terror’s conquest. Now, spurred to action by a newborn fury and thirst for vengeance, Rebaine must do the unthinkable—don the dark armor once again, gather his once-loyal cadre of killers, and fight to save both the family he loves and the country he once almost destroyed. And all who stand in his way will have one final thought before death… The Terror has returned. https://www.graphicaudio.net/our-productions/series/corvis-rebaine.html

In the latest edition of Duane’s Pick of the Week Podcast, our Director of Production features Who Is The Black Panther? by Jesse J. Holland! He's known as the Black Panther. His home is Wakanda. Welcome to T'Challa's world. During the last ten centuries, as European colonial powers spread their guns and armies throughout the continent, the African nation of Wakanda stood alone as an unconquerable land inhabited by undefeatable warriors and filled with incredible technological advancements. T'Challa - the latest in a lineage of warrior-kings - is Wakanda's Black Panther, a hero endowed with enhanced speed, strength and agility - along with a suit made of the metal that secured his country's future: the indestructible Vibranium. Now, outsiders have returned to plunder Wakanda's riches, including its store of the rare metal. Leading this brutal assault is Klaw, an assassin with the blood of T'Challa's father on his hands. Klaw brings with him a powerful army of super-powered mercenaries, all hell-bent on raining death and destruction on this pristine land. Even with Wakanda's might and his own superhuman skills, can the Black Panther prevail against such a massive invading force? https://www.graphicaudio.net/who-is-the-black-panther.html

In the latest edition of Duane’s Pick of the Week Podcast, our Director of Production features the new Tim Colter 1: Colter's Journey by William W. Johnstone! In this thrilling epic of the American West, bestselling authors William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone capture the human side of the frontier experience in all its glory, grit, and grandeur—through the eyes of one remarkable teenage boy... Leaving their Pennsylvania home to forge a new life in the untamed Oregon Territory of 1845, the Colter family is ambushed by a kill crazy gang of cutthroats on the Oregon Trail. Fifteen-year-old Tim Colter manages to escape and hide—only to return and find his parents butchered, his sisters Nancy and Margaret missing, and one last killer waiting for his return. Forced to fight for his life, the young Colter embarks on a perilous journey across a lawless frontier, hoping to save his sisters and salvage the dream they lived for. But first, Tim has to figure out how to survive. Luckily, he finds a new friend in Jed Reno, a grizzled one-eyed trapper who’s lived in the Rockies since the 1820s—and who was attacked by the same gang that ambushed Tim’s family. Together, the mountain man and the greenhorn set out after the marauders, blazing a trail of vengeance that leads them to one of the deadliest men in the territory. With danger at every turn, and death just a heartbeat away, Colter has no choice but to grow up fast—one bullet at a time... https://www.graphicaudio.net/tim-colter-1-colter-s-journey.html

In the latest edition of Duane’s Pick of the Week Podcast, our Director of Production features the stand alone horror title for ages 13 and up, RIPPER! You thought you knew him. You were dead wrong. Carver Young dreams of becoming a detective, despite growing up in an orphanage with only crime novels to encourage him. But when he is adopted by Detective Hawking of the world famous Pinkerton Agency, Carver is given not only the chance to find his biological father, he finds himself smack in the middle of a real life investigation: tracking down a vicious serial killer who has thrown New York City into utter panic. When the case begins to unfold, however, it's worse than he could have ever imagined, and his loyalty to Mr. Hawking and the Pinkertons comes into question. As the body count rises and the investigation becomes dire, Carver must decide where his true loyalty lies. Full of whip-smart dialogue, kid-friendly gadgets, and featuring a then New York City Police Commissioner Teddy Roosevelt, Ripper challenges everything you thought you knew about the world's most famous serial killer. https://www.graphicaudio.net/ripper.html

In the latest edition of Duane’s Pick of the Week Podcast, our Director of Production features the second installment of Brandon Sanderson’s all-ages fantasy series, Alcatraz. Alcatraz Versus The Scrivener's Bones sees the crew trying to locate Alcatraz’s father and Grandpa Smedry, who are held captive at the mysterious Library of Alexandria. It’s one of the most dangerous spots around and Alcatraz and friends have their work cut out for themm if they’re to accomplish this rescue - and make it out of there alive. Check out the Pick of the Week Podcast to find out why Duane says Alcatraz 2 is "even crazier than the first book," as well as to hear the thoughts of other Alcatraz listeners. https://www.graphicaudio.net/alcatraz-2-alcatraz-versus-the-scrivener-s-bones.html

In today’s edition of Duane’s Pick Podcast, our Director of Production features Rogue Angel 58: Death Looms, an original story written specifically for GraphicAudio. Director Nanette Savard also talks more about this production. While looking for ghosts among Mardi Gras revelers in New Orleans, Annja Creed is asked to help recover sacred objects stolen from a church. Instead, her efforts lead her into a vast conspiracy and blackmail scheme that stretches thousands of years into the past. Joined by Garin Braden, who has his own score to settle, Annja follows the path of seven ancient coins into the lair of Spider, one of history’s deadliest assassins. Will Annja and Garin find Spider’s legendary treasure, or fall into her web, never to see the light of day again? Rogue Angel 58: Death Looms is an original story written specifically for GraphicAudio and is available in no other format. https://www.graphicaudio.net/rogue-angel-58-death-looms.html

In today’s edition of Duane’s Pick Podcast, our Director of Production features Planet Hulk by Author Greg Pak. Duane talks with Director Scott McCormick about his favorite parts and challenges of this production. Betrayed by Earth's heroes and exiled into outer space, the man-monster Hulk has landed on the distant planet Sakaar, ruled by the tyrannical Red King. Sold into slavery, Hulk becomes the Green Scar, the planet's mightiest gladiator - but his new masters get more than they bargained for when he forges a bond of brotherhood with his fellow fighters: crafty insectoid Miek, the horrific Brood, wise rock-man Korg, Shadow Warrior Hiroim, noble-born rebel Elloe and her loyal guardsman Skee. Together, these gladiators start a revolution that could change their entire world - or destroy it. https://www.graphicaudio.net/planet-hulk.html

In today’s edition of Duane’s Pick of the Week Podcast, our Director of Production features The Scorched Continent 1, the first installment of a fascinating new steampunk/fantasy series. In Steal the Sky, we travel to a distant planet at a location known as the Scorched Continent. There, we meet Detan Honding, a con man, petty thief and charming scoundrel. Detan has his sights set on his biggest heist yet: the gorgeous airship of the exiled commodore Thratia. But things are not quite as they seem, and Detan’s heist becomes increasingly complicated - and deadly. Steal the Sky is filled to the brim with the qualities fantasy fans love - action, suspense, great characters and detailed world building. Duane feels that GraphicAudio has a real winner in this book, with Director Terence Aselford and Sound Designer Macubin Owens doing a great job bringing the story to life.

In the latest edition of Duane’s Pick of the Week, GraphicAudio’s Director of Production spotlights our new series from Brandon Sanderson, Alcatraz 1: Alcatraz Versus The Evil Librarians. This story follows 13-year-old Alcatraz Smedry, an orphan who’s been through numerous foster homes. On his 13th birthday, Alcatraz receives his inheritance - a bag of sand. This isn’t just any bag of sand, however, as it’s quickly stolen by a cult of evil Librarians. These Librarians are planning to take over the world by spreading misinformation, and the sand turns out to be the key to doing so! While this kid-friendly series is not an epic fantasy like Mistborn, there’s still something for listeners of all ages to enjoy. Duane points out that Sanderson is a master storyteller, creating a work that will appeal to adults as well. Outstanding performances from Alejandro Ruiz and Chris Genebach round out a production that’s a fun adventure for the young - and the young at heart!

Stephen Blackmoore's dark urban fantasy series follows necromancer Eric Carter through a world of vengeful gods and goddesses, mysterious murders, and restless ghosts. Necromancer Eric Carter's problems keep getting bigger. Bad enough he's the unwilling husband to the patron saint of death, Santa Muerte, but now her ex, the Aztec King of the dead, Mictlantecuhtli, has come back -- and it turns out that Carter and he are swapping places. As Mictlantecuhtli breaks loose of his prison of jade, Carter is slowly turning to stone. To make matters worse, both gods are trying to get Carter to assassinate the other. But only one of them can be telling him the truth and he can't trust either one. Carter's solution? Kill them both. If he wants to get out of this situation with his soul intact, he'll have to go to Mictlan, the Aztec land of the dead, and take down a couple of death gods while facing down the worst trials the place has to offer him: his own sins.

Stephen Blackmoore's dark urban fantasy series follows necromancer Eric Carter through a world of vengeful gods and goddesses, mysterious murders, and restless ghosts. Necromancer Eric Carter's problems keep getting bigger. Bad enough he's the unwilling husband to the patron saint of death, Santa Muerte, but now her ex, the Aztec King of the dead, Mictlantecuhtli, has come back -- and it turns out that Carter and he are swapping places. As Mictlantecuhtli breaks loose of his prison of jade, Carter is slowly turning to stone. To make matters worse, both gods are trying to get Carter to assassinate the other. But only one of them can be telling him the truth and he can't trust either one. Carter's solution? Kill them both. If he wants to get out of this situation with his soul intact, he'll have to go to Mictlan, the Aztec land of the dead, and take down a couple of death gods while facing down the worst trials the place has to offer him: his own sins.

Vampires don't exist, do they? That is a question Private Detective Tony Mandolin finds himself pondering as the evidence piles up in a case involving a string of dead redheads and the usual dose of weirdness San Francisco has to offer. To complicate things, Mandolin has to deal with the perception that he has become the latest golden boy of the fog city's crime boss. Then there's his cross-dressing friend Frankie...Just another day in San Francisco. Dive into an exhilarating new noir fantasy series where nothing is as it seems.

Vampires don't exist, do they? That is a question Private Detective Tony Mandolin finds himself pondering as the evidence piles up in a case involving a string of dead redheads and the usual dose of weirdness San Francisco has to offer. To complicate things, Mandolin has to deal with the perception that he has become the latest golden boy of the fog city's crime boss. Then there's his cross-dressing friend Frankie...Just another day in San Francisco. Dive into an exhilarating new noir fantasy series where nothing is as it seems.

Marvel fans should be sure to check out Duane’s Pick of the Week, Spider-Man: Forever Young! Created from Marvel’s prose novel by veteran comic writer Stefan Petrucha, this one is based on classic story arc from late 60’s entitled the "Stone Tablet Saga." In Forever Young, we see Spidey’s bad luck reach all-time highs, as he is caught up in a battle royal between the Kingpin and the Maggia crime outfit, who are vying for possession of a mysterious tablet. Things get even worse for his alter ego, Peter Parker, who finds himself at odds with his close friends, including the love of his life, Gwen Stacy. As a huge Spider-Man fan, who is quite familiar with the ‘60s storyline, Duane was thrilled to hear this one in the GraphicAudio format. He says, "Director Scott McCormick and Sound Designer Justin Wortz do their magic once again to deliver a very entertaining production...By all means, you need to cop a copy of Spider-Man: Forever Young!"

Marvel fans should be sure to check out Duane’s Pick of the Week, Spider-Man: Forever Young! Created from Marvel’s prose novel by veteran comic writer Stefan Petrucha, this one is based on classic story arc from late 60’s entitled the "Stone Tablet Saga." In Forever Young, we see Spidey’s bad luck reach all-time highs, as he is caught up in a battle royal between the Kingpin and the Maggia crime outfit, who are vying for possession of a mysterious tablet. Things get even worse for his alter ego, Peter Parker, who finds himself at odds with his close friends, including the love of his life, Gwen Stacy. As a huge Spider-Man fan, who is quite familiar with the ‘60s storyline, Duane was thrilled to hear this one in the GraphicAudio format. He says, "Director Scott McCormick and Sound Designer Justin Wortz do their magic once again to deliver a very entertaining production...By all means, you need to cop a copy of Spider-Man: Forever Young!"

Bestselling authors William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone have thrilled readers with the epic struggles and hard-fought triumphs of the pioneering Jensen family. Now this great American saga continues—with the next generation of Jensens...

Bestselling authors William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone have thrilled readers with the epic struggles and hard-fought triumphs of the pioneering Jensen family. Now this great American saga continues—with the next generation of Jensens...

Get ready for an all new take on everyone’s favorite Victorian odd couple! This week, Duane is featuring Warlock Holmes 1: A Study in Brimstone. In this unique variation on the classic tale, Holmes communicates with thousands of demons, trading favors to help solve unsolvable cases. However, each time he receives a favor, the thin wall separating our world from Hell gets even thinner. Fortunately, Dr. Watson, his new roommate, is really quite good at solving mysteries using more traditional methods! “This is not your grandpa’s stuffy Sherlock,” said Duane, who further describes Warlock Holmes as “laugh out loud funny with vampires, trolls, extra-dimensional demons and a lot of ear wax...Props to G.S. Denning for coming up with this fresh new take on the Sherlock Holmes character.”