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Sellout by Brad Lockwood
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"Sellout" was written by Brad Lockwood in 1997 and released as a paperback novella in 2000. Selling remarkably well, Lockwood hit the recording studio to make the audio book of his dreams - featuring 14 performers, an original soundtrack and sound effects, "Sellout" was released as a 2 CD set in late 2000; nominated for multiple Audie Awards and gaining a cult following, only now has "Sellout" been released in digital/podiobook form.
Brad Lockwood is the author of 5 books, including "Wink" and "Tested XX"
(all available at Amazon.com) and writes the weekly "Borough of Writers"
column for the Brooklyn Eagle. As for the other artists behind "Sellout," the soundtrack was performed by the band now known as Lazlo Hollyfeld.
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By: Nick
I thoroughly enjoyed this story. The recording is superb, and stereo field of multiple performers added an unexpected texture to a setting that seemed to take a literary backseat to the richly complex yet straightforward character development. I don't mean that as a criticism, these characters would make you forget any setting in which they're presented. As others have mentioned, I didn't know what to expect after reading all of the bizarre comments left for this book, but this deserves to be listened to. Thank you, Mr. Lockwood, for posting this excellent audio-novella, & thank you podiobooks for creating this great website. As to everyone else, let's all just take a deep breath & be thankful that we have this site at all & have the freewill to decide whether to listen or not listen to whatever we want. This is a community of novice to professional writers that want to share their works with us, so please keep the criticism politely constructive.By: Brad Lockwood
Wow! What a year can do! I've been out in Oregon finishing my next novel and haven't checked this site in ages - And now that I have I'm amazed at the comments. Sorry if it's unclear what "Sellout" is about: A bored loner helps a stranger, falls in love, and becomes an accomplice. Pretty clear, I hope. "Sellout" is now optioned to be made into a feature film (the 2nd option, actually) so look for it on the big screen or straight to DVD someday... After reading these comments (and thanks to Evo for posting) I simply don't know what to say. Who are these people? Do they not bother to listen or do they only post negative comments about others works? "Sellout" is very experimental - in stereo, multiple performers, sound effects and an original soundtrack - so I can see where some get confused. I made this audiobook because I didn't like others on the market; it is intentionally different, and many seem to appreciate that. However, since I don't personally know any of you, I'm bemused how personal some of these comments are. Sorry if you think you're a super-audio-genius and the rest of us are amateurs. I'm only an artist with my 8th and 9th books being released in 2009 - be on the lookout for "New York Unbound" and "Blue Bucket." I also have a treatise "On Giants" that may make a fine audio nonfiction piece but my time is precious these days. I put "Sellout" up on this site so I wouldn't have to duplicate and ship any more CDs, that's all. Some here seem to take this site far too seriously. To the rest who enjoyed my work, I thank you. To the rest, best of luck.By: Smoggypaul
Well I for one have been driven to download the book from reading with amusement the various comments in the blogs, just to prove yet again that there really is no such thing as bad press!!! Personally I shall refrain from commenting on the book until I've listened to it. For the record I love Podiobooks and while the quality is uneven across all genres, I know it isn't all aimed at me but to a broad audience - AND ITS FREE!! Hats off to Evo et al, and more please.
Chapters
| Title | Description | Date Created |
| The Meeting (7.71 MB) | "I was living in my brother's basement thinking about quitting smoking finishing a total sellout novel when I met Viv." A bored loner witnesses a fight on his street and helps a stranger - only to realize he's the one who needs help. | Jun 22, 2007 |
| About Viv (8.64 MB) | "Thinking too much is my job. I confound myself, in addition to friends, strangers, relatives, and animals." Who is Viv? Moreover, who's Gil? | Jun 22, 2007 |
| Justification (6.24 MB) | "Although Viv was vile and crude, he worked. Worked in so many ways that I couldn't imagine the thoughts cluttering his waved scalp and scarred bangs." A trip from their suburban border into the heart of shined shoes and knotted ties proves Viv's quest - and Gil's unease with his new friend. | Jun 22, 2007 |
| Jazz (7.14 MB) | "With the evening came Viv's need to leave, saying he had to shovel the third floor of the old school." Who is this famously unknown artist? Other than that crooked nose, is she Sis or Jazz? | Jun 22, 2007 |
| The Derby (15.68 MB) | "Viv called it Wondrous Wednesday because he despised the term Hump Day, but I called it payday because my unemployment checks arrived by noon that same day each week." They ain't Tom and Huck, but Viv wants to go fishing and Gil must abide. | Jun 22, 2007 |
| Acceptance (7.15 MB) | "Only the most insecure need the security of someone who isn't too insecure for company." Gil's dreams come true - but with the worst damn book he's written... This chapter also includes one of the finest reverb guitar solos, too. "Agents have editors?" | Jul 20, 2007 |
| The Drive (4.05 MB) | Jazz called, from the realm of the suburban kings. Untangling her bra from her brush, Jazz and Gil and share a 40 - watching the city sparkle between bushes. "...just floating and looking for the best possible offer..." | Jul 20, 2007 |
| Fryday (13.4 MB) | "If you're Chucky then I'm Viv..." Viv's stitches are removed with a can opener and dull knife, and he takes Gil to celebrate - using a credit card that has somehow appeared... Stinking of booze and lying like the horribly expensive lawyers they say they are, Viv and Gil attend a party in a former sweatshop; Ruby Rhonda has lost her couch and Gil has confessed his quest. | Jul 26, 2007 |
| Trepidation (6.87 MB) | Gil sets to writing, finishing, ending... Then boldly dares Viv to do his nothing. | Aug 20, 2007 |
| Feeder-Boy (2.72 MB) | Drinking shots, bumming smokes and lights, Gil doesn't see Viv for a day - but he was there... And then Viv's tale is told. A young boy and a birdfeeder - bought at the new Wal-Mart. | Aug 20, 2007 |
| Recognition (7.32 MB) | Viv's tale told, Gil must deal with the implications - and another twist - Viv and Sis now need a new home... Who else to turn to but their new friend? | Sep 7, 2007 |
| Company (6.76 MB) | "Have you seen anyone living in that house?" The cops come by to check on Viv and Sis's old house - and Gil must confront the terrific panic he gets when faced with police. Mailing Viv's story and adjusting to their new situation, "We knew we'd have to be patient." | Sep 7, 2007 |
| Patiently Impatient (3.91 MB) | "The sleeping accomodations were simple. Viv grabbed the couch and Jazz and I took the bed... So we remained in their home; Viv scouring, Jazz shopping, and me watching." | Sep 7, 2007 |
| Hurrahhh (5.11 MB) | "The living arrangements were working out fine until that Tuesday night." Gil drives out to pickup Jazz in the realm of the suburban kings. Seeing swollen lips and a shocking scene, nothing will be ever be same... | Sep 7, 2007 |
| The Last Payday (5.36 MB) | "Cashing my check, buying smokes, visiting the old school..." Viv's story starts to crumble, and Gil's suspicions swirl. | Nov 2, 2007 |
| Writer-boy (11.02 MB) | And, the more I walked, the more I knew, and the more I knew, the more I walked. I was wide awake the next day. | Nov 2, 2007 |
| Fluff'im (12.15 MB) | "Gill! Oh Gill! What have you done?" | Nov 2, 2007 |
| Mourning Glory (6.9 MB) | Jazz wrapped their life into a ball and I gave her a bag to carry it in. She offered only a sigh while making sure she'd gotten everything with one final quick look. | Nov 2, 2007 |
| Quitting (3.07 MB) | "How can I miss me?" When the familiar nothing answered, I went to the store and bought some smokes. So I wouldn't feel so alone. | Nov 2, 2007 |