Book II Podcast Out Tomorrow!

Hi Everybody,

I'm excited to say that the next installment of The Heavenfield will begin at 12 midnight gmt on Christmas Eve!

There are seven episodes on the way, released weekly.

I've enjoyed recording this part of the story, though with the birth 6 weeks ago of my little baby daughter Annabel, things have been quite hectic recently!

The story calms down after the ending of Book One, and we can get to know some of the characters a little better. And I've enjoyed mixing the soundtracks - some parts get quite spooky later on!

So make sure you've refreshed your memory on Book One, and settle down to listen as the story continues!

Best Wishes and A very Merry Christmas!

I G

Cameo Appearance!

Hi Everybody,

If you are a fan of the wonderful podcaast series 'The Leviathan Chronicles' by Christof Laputka, you may have noticed a reference to The Heavenfield in Episode 20.

Christof wrote to me saying he was a fan of Book I, and to acknowledge that, could he have one of his characters mention the Standing Point Field. Already being an admirer of his work, I said I would be delighted. Then, a little later, Christof asked if I would say a small cameo line for Episode 22.

So if you listen to the episode, keep an eye out and you may hear me make an appearance!
The Leviathan Chronicles

I G

Print Version of Book II Available!

Hi Everybody,

The first podcast episode of Book II will be out imminently, but if you can't wait to find out what happens to Grace Palmer and her team, then the print version of Book II is now available from Lulu.com.

The printing and binding looks really good, and I think they make the start of a great collection!

And thanks for all your emails and supportive comments, they really keep me going!

I G

Book II Out Soon!

Hi Everybody,

Well, winter is upon us and the nights are drawing in, so, as with most people in the uk, it's time to be indoors and get some work done.

I've been progressing slowly over the summer with the recording of Book II, and the recent birth of my baby daughter has kept me wonderfully distracted! But the next installment is in sight - with all the recording completed and the first four of the seven chapters mixed and mastered.

I've been enjoying the process at the moment, as this is one of my favourite parts of the story. Things have calmed down a little after the action towards the end of Book I, giving the opportunity to get to know some of the characteres a little better.

So thanks for all your patience over the summer, and I'l keep you all posted on the launch date of Book II.

I G

Print Version of Book One Available!

Hi Everybody,

Just to to let you know that the first part of The Heavenfield novel is now on sale. Running to 160 pages in a perfect-bound, bookshop quality print with glossy cover.

The book is available to buy online from the print on demand website Lulu.com for only £5.99!

So if you want to keep the story fresh while you're waiting for the release of Book Two, why not head over to Lulu.com and get yourself a copy of the book! It will end up a collector's edition I'm sure!

The link to the book is Here

I've made a start on recording Book Two, but I'll keep you posted when I get a bit further.

I G

Merchandise Available!

Hi Everybody,

Just to to let you know that I've been working on some T-shirt designs, and now you can become te proud owner of a Heavenfield T-shirt or Hoodie!
I've just got one design so far - an emblem which sums up the story to me - I hope you like it!
The shop is currently run through CafePress.com, and there are T-shirts. Hoodies and a bag available. I intend to get some more designs together soon from the images on the site, and if there are any which you would especially like to see, then get in touch and I'll see what i can do!

On a different note, I'd just like to take the opportunity to thank J.C Hutchins for his support and encouragement.
Anyone who knows about podcasts will be familiar with the name J C Hutchins, whose award-winning 7th Son series has been one of the most popular podacsts of all times.
While I was preparing to launch The Heavenfield, I sent some emails off to other podcast authors, and was wonderfully suprised to receive a reply of encouragement from J C, and an offer to link me on his website, and play a promo on his podcast. It was a delightful show of generosity, and I heartily recommend that you visit his website and check out his upcoming novel 'Personal Effects: Dark Arts'.

I G

The Story Continues!

Hi everybody,

The days are flying by and suddenly it's time for Episode Three!

Here's a quick run-down of the story so far...

Grace Palmer's suspicions prove correct, as she finds proof of foul play in Pattie's medical records, and determines to cut short the expedition into the Heavenfield.
But the Accelerator Array brings back only one body – Pattie's. Her contact with the atmosphere in the Heavenfield has had disastrous consequences. With her death, the fantastic landscape has reduced to dust and a howling sandstorm engulfs the four remaining team members. But the storm also heralds the arrival of a terrifying entity – some devil-like creature. Saul Davisson and Gary Starling flee into the dust clouds, running direction-less until they fall from exhaustion.
As the scientists at the Maunsworth Research Facility prepare again for the return of the team, an act of sabotage by Dan Earl leads to an explosion within the Accelerator Array that could strand the team in the Heavenfield...

I hope you are all enjoying the story so far, and if you haven't listened to it yet, then it's time to catch up before you're left behind! ;o)

Best Wishes

I G

One Week to go!

Hi everybody,

Just a quick note to say that launch day is looming ever closer, and interest has been rising significantly. I've been getting some wonderful feedback about the first episode and the website, and it's given me a great boost of inspiration.

Jake Wells, who has helped build the websites, has been busy doing great work behind the scenes, so I'd just like to say a big thanks to him!

Our iTunes listing is gaining in popularity (Here), but please, if you have the time, anybody who could add a review to help get the entry up the listings would be much appreciated!

Although things are hectic here, I've just started listening to a great podcast which I thought deserved a mention. It's called The Leviathan Chronicles. It's recorded like a radio play, with actors, music and sound effects, and if you've not come across it before, then it's well worth a listen.

Anyway, I intend to launch The Heavenfield at midnight on the 17th, and make it a bit of an event, so I hope you'll join me!

Best wishes
Ian

One Month to go...

Well it's busy busy time getting everything prepared for launch date, but I just wanted to take a moment to thank everyone for their wonderful comments and support.
I've been blown away by the amount of people who have expressed their enjoyment of the first episode in wonderful emails and reviews.
A Big Thank You to All! :)

One thing I'm excited about at the moment is I've just had the first copies of Book One from the printers, and I'm really pleased with the covers.
It will be available to buy after the last episode of the podcast is aired through Lulu.com.

I'm planning on a short break after the release of the first book, before the Book Two serials are released, but I'll keep you posted as we go on.

So thanks for all the support, and keep spreading the word!

New Wallpaper Available!

Here’s an interpretation of the Field I’ve done. You can click a link below to view it, or right-click and choose ‘save target as...’ to download the largest version (IE).

A Change of Venue...

I’ve just moved house recently, so things are still a bit up in the air, but I’ve managed to get my recording room up and running (see right), and have just found enough time to get some more recording and editing done.

I set myself the goal of recording the entire first book (the novel is split into four), and, apart from a few tweaks here and there it’s all done!...

Editing, Editing, Editing!

Although The Heavenfield novel has been complete for some five years now, I have always been constantly re-reading and editing it. In the summer of 2008 my good friend Chris Ellis read through the manuscript and offered to help edit it further.
It’s been great having someone with a fresh perspective cast a critical eye over it, and it’s really helped to tighten the story up. We are currently about halfway through the second book, and I’ll keep you posted as we progress....