Archive for the ‘Writing’ Category
The Novel Has Arrived! (Plus Giveaway)
Posted on: May 17th, 2012 by Anthony Rapino 6 Comments

I received my contributor copies of the paperback version of Soundtrack to the End of the World!  As you might expect, I am very excited.  So excited that I made a new video to show off the novel.  So excited, that I’m doing a new giveaway! Hell, even if you already have it, enter anyway.  [...]

Video Interview
Posted on: April 24th, 2012 by Anthony Rapino 16 Comments

For your viewing pleasure, I offer you two versions of the reader-conducted interview, in which I answer questions posed by you.  Questions include the following: Zombie Apocalypse: Fight or Flight? What music inspired the writing of Soundtrack to the End of the World? Your hair is long; did you grow it yourself? What is your [...]

The Big Winnah!
Posted on: April 23rd, 2012 by Anthony Rapino 8 Comments

Please help me congratulate Emily Anderson, the winner of the SOUNDTRACK TO THE END OF THE WORLD Giveaway!  We had a huge turnout and collected a total of 480 entries.  This most definitely marks the best turnout I’ve ever had for a contest.  Thank you all so much for playing along.  But if you didn’t [...]

Book Trailer, Guest Post, and Interview!
Posted on: April 4th, 2012 by Anthony Rapino 12 Comments

Release week continues with some more fun content for everyone.  First, I decided to shoot a short book trailer for SOUNDTRACK TO THE END OF THE WORLD:     I also have a huge amount of content on Shah Wharton’s blog today:  You get a guest post about pink slime, an interview, and my novel [...]

SOUNDTRACK TO THE END OF THE WORLD Available For Pre-Order!
Posted on: April 3rd, 2012 by Anthony Rapino 12 Comments

I am proud to announce that my debut novel, SOUNDTRACK TO THE END OF THE WORLD, is officially available for pre-order in BOTH the limited signed hardcover edition, and the trade paperback edition! Over the coming weeks, look forward to guest posts, interviews, video blogs (and perhaps even a reading or book trailer?), contests, giveaways, [...]

Video Blog 1: Big Announcements!
Posted on: March 28th, 2012 by Anthony Rapino 18 Comments

Look ma, I’m on blog TV!  (You may want to avert your eyes.) If you were unable to watch the video, here is a quick recap: Stuttering and mumbling, robot porn, Moon Hill Pumpkin Ale Cover reveal, signature art reveal, sketch reveal (see all below) The pre-order for Soundtrack to the End of the World [...]

Novel Update
Posted on: March 24th, 2012 by Anthony Rapino 9 Comments

Things are really moving along now with Soundtrack to the End of the World.  The good people at Bad Moon Books have been in constant contact over the past month or so as we continue to work towards our “early 2012″ release date. About a month ago Bad Moon sent the first draft for me [...]

“Destination Unknown” Excerpt
Posted on: February 27th, 2012 by Anthony Rapino 3 Comments

Today for your reading pleasure, Nathan Shumate, of Arcane fame, has posted an excerpt of my short story,  “Destination Unknown.”  You can slip your hand back out from your pants.  I know my writing gets you all hot and bothered, but save it for later; you’re going to need it. In a recent comprehensive review [...]

Free Kindle Ebook, Today Only
Posted on: February 15th, 2012 by Anthony Rapino 4 Comments

Today’s guest post is on Cate Gardner’s site, and is entitled “Riding Wind Gusts.”  Frankly, I’m surprised she posted it.  It defies all logic, which I guess was the point.  Please enjoy. If you’re not familiar with Cate’s work, you best get familiar.  Her most recent release for which she had her own blog tour [...]

Shotgun!
Posted on: February 10th, 2012 by Anthony Rapino 6 Comments

Today I visit the magically awesome Laurita on her home turf:  Calling Shotgun.  In my guest post, Truth in Fiction, I discuss the inspiration for my story “Stanley” and give you, good readers, a free look at the story in question. Once you’ve visited Laurita (remember to wipe your feet!), come on back here and [...]

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