Blindsided by the Walking Dead

A few months ago, we were beyond giddy to find out Green Brigade commander IronE Singleton was working with ZSC Commander-in-Chief Juliette Terzieff to write his official autobiography.

After a long wait, we finally have news about the book…and the cover!

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Available for pre-order now! (www.ironesingleton.com/Literature.html)

Synopsis:

On the streets of Atlanta, the fight to survive is a daily battle.

From the drug-infested corners of one of the city’s worst housing projects, to alleyways filled with ravenous zombies– Blindsided by the Walking Dead examines one man’s battle to overcome the violence, drugs, and crime of the ‘hood; starting with a young IronE Singleton determined to succeed despite an abusive mother, an absent father, and the temptations of instant gratification inherent with the thug life.

Football and Faith in God become IronE’s allies in his quest to escape and help him reach for the lights of the University of Georgia’s football field and theater stages.

After years of struggle–failed businesses, small roles, and an ill-fated trip to Los Angeles–IronE snags his major breakthrough role, playing the kind of drug-dealing, gun-toting thug he would have become on the streets, in The Blind Side.

When he is cast as T-Dog on AMC’s international mega-hit “The Walking Dead”, IronE examines through art what humanity is about and what it means to truly survive against all odds. Alongside cast mates Michael Rooker, Norman Reedus, Jeffrey DeMunn, and Andrew Lincoln, IronE fought, gagged, and sweat his way into the hearts and minds of millions around the world.


In The News – Mythbusters Zombies and an Armored Car

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‘Mythbusters’ doing zombie episode (and want your help) (via Entertainment Weekly)

Man With Assault Weapons and Drugs Was ‘Preparing for Zombies’ (via WREG)

Zombies, the apocalypse, and catnip’s dark secrets: 12 Sundance shorts hit Youtube (via VentureBeat)

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Land Rover Armored Patrol Car Awaits The Zombie Apocalypse (via Motor Authority)

Be safe from zombies and the flu in the Chagrin Valley (via Plain Dealer)

Germ Warfare
UPDATE 1-Flu in U.S. still widespread, but starting to ease, CDC says (via Chicago Tribune)

Dine College, CDC Battle Hantavirus (via ABQ Journal)

Viruses That Make Zombies and Vaccines (via National Geographic)

Undead Tech
New ‘Black Ops 2’ Die Rise zombies map details revealed (Photos) (via Examiner)

The Zombies That Killed Apps and Created New Content (via Huffington Post UK)

Minecraft 1.5 Redstone Update: Snapshot 13w03a Previews Scaled Zombies, Stronger Skeletons, Dropper Blocks, Hopper Minecarts And More (via iDigitalTimes)

Commander Corner
Norman Reedus And The Walking Dead To Feature In Time Warner Cable’s Super Bowl Ad (via Comic Book Therapy)

Walking Dead, Starship Trooper stars bolster Calgary Expo ranks (via Calgary Herald)

Michael Rooker Online Needs YOUR Help! (via Michael Rooker Online)


In The News – Survival Instinct and Incurable Diseases

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Top Stories:
Be afraid, be very afraid: The Walking Dead: Survival Instinct arrives March 26 (via Digital Trends)

Watch a Norwegian Short Film About Not Getting Laid After Zombie Apocalypse (via Wired)

Local filming begins for ‘Pro Wrestlers vs. Zombies’ (via Parkersburg News)

Be Prepared:
How to put together the winter survival kit that’s right for you (via Elko Daily Free Press)

SDSU Hosts Shooting Survival Training (via KPBS)

Prepare for emergencies the old fashioned way: With zombies! (via Ballard News Tribune)

A Survival Kit for the Urban Man (via CBS Local)

Germ Warfare:
CDC: Flu outbreak at epidemic levels (via WBTV)

“Incurable” gonorrhea hits North American shores (via CBS News)

CDC: Worst whooping cough year since 1955 (via WNCT)

Undead Tech:
Call of Duty: Black Ops II Nuketown Zombies map coming to PS3, PC next week (via Tech2)

“Zombies vs. Cheerleaders” Relaunching at 3 Finger Prints (via Comic Book Resources)

Dead Island: Riptide’s ‘Rigor Mortis’ edition has a case of zombies (via Joystiq)

Commander Corner:
Norman Reedus shares photos from ‘Walking Dead’ Superbowl ad (via Examiner)

Sean Patrick Flanery joins fellow ‘Boondock Saint ‘ Norman Reedus at Texas Frightmare Weekend (via Texas Frightmare Weekend)

IronE Singleton featured in ‘An Amish Murder’ with Neve Campbell (via Channel Guide Magazine)

‘Awkward’ scoop: Anthony Michael Hall joins cast as sadistic teacher (via Entertainment Weekly)


Vampyres, werewolves and gods…oh my!

Yellow Brigade Commander Jinxie G has a new eBook out and it’s loaded with vampyres, werewolves, and the gods.

This paranormal romance opens in the past with a woman running for her life, then pulls you back to the modern world to find out what really happened and who’s to blame. In the midst of it all, love blossoms and a war is about to begin between the vampyres.

How much time do we really have before we die, and does immortality truly exist?

The Dracove
Kylie O’Rourke has unwittingly walked into the path of two vampyres—one who wants to use her as a sacrifice, and one who only wishes to win her heart. As she is pulled into their clandestine world, she learns more about her history and the reason behind her horrible nightmares.

Master vampyre Cianán searches for the one woman who could take his immortality to the next level—godhood. But, when he finds his Chosen One, his progeny Grantlund stumbles onto the Master’s plan . . . again. As if losing his first sacrifice to the bastard wasn’t enough, the Fates were to torment him with a second time.

If you’re in the mood for a vampire fix of the non-sparkly variety (Jinxie’s words), dive into this eBook. We don’t even need to do a contest for this one because Just Ink Press has a special promotion going on right now for the book, and if you get it directly from Amazon between January 1st and January 3rd, it’s FREE! Just click on the link or book cover image above.

Now, we do warn that this book is not appropriate for children under the age of 16, as it does contain adult content.

 

 


In The News – A Chat with IronE and Musical Zombies

compiled by: RC Murphy

Top Stories:

The Walking Dead: Q&A with IronE Singleton (T-Dog) (via Dread Central)

Yes, This Movie Exists: My Fair Zombie (via Reelz)

Flying cars: Not just for escaping zombies (via The Boston Globe)

Harvard, Tufts professors weigh in as ‘zombie apocalypse’ experts (via Boston Business Journal)

 
 

Be Prepared:

Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse While Boxing Day Shopping (via Huffington Post Canada)

In case of zombie apocalypse: Don’t do these things (via She Knows)

Zombie Survival Course Teaches Doomsday Survival Skills (via MyFox Philadelphia)

How to make a winter survival kit for the car (via Sheboygan Press)

Germ Warfare:

CDC Provides New Update on Fungal Meningitis Outbreak of 2012 (via Yahoo! News)

Flu surge sweeps Virginia (via WTVR)

CDC issues travel notice for Madeira Island, offers recommendations to prevent dengue fever (via The Global Dispatch)

Undead Tech:

Slay Some Zombies On The Cheap This Christmas With PopCap’s App Sale (via AppAdvice)

Why We Should All Be Sick Of Video Game Zombies (via What Culture!)

Fighting Fantasy: Blood of the Zombies on sale for a limited time (via Droid Gamers)

The Digital Mayan Apocalypse Survival Kit (via GeekSugar)

Commander Corner:

‘Walking Dead’ Star Norman Reedus Teases ‘It Doesn’t Look Good For Daryl’ (via MTV News)

Natasha Henstridge, Sean Patrick Flanery, & Jennifer Gibson Star in COLD SPRING on LMN, 1/4 (via Broadway World)

Slasher film starring J. Larose and Bill Moseley filming in Sarasota (via Herald Tribune)

Don’t miss your chance to win a copy of the NEW ZSC anthology, Undead Uncensored and a ZSC t-shirt.

Also, we’ve got an end-of-the-year deal for our loyal brigadiers.


Another Commander Joins the Ranks

Madison Lintz

It has been extremely difficult to keep our excitement about the newest addition to the Zombie Survival Crew Command team quiet. But we’ve been given the green light to let you guys in on the secret. Our newest ZSC Second Lieutenant is….

Madison Lintz!

Yes, we were all heart-broken when Madison said her farewell on The Walking Dead. However, she has been very busy since then, traveling to conventions across the country to visit with loyal Walking Dead fans and filming new projects—on top of a couple under cover missions for the ZSC.

Catch Madison in Parental Guidance with Billy Crystal and Bette Midler, which releases on December 25th. She is also appearing on the new show, Nashville, airing Wednesdays on ABC.

Welcome aboard the crew, Madison!


ZSC Celebrations and End of Year Deals

From the mobile work unit of Commander-in-Chief Juliette Terzieff:

 

It’s kind of hard for me to believe the Zombie Survival Crew is heading into its’ third year. What started as a small rag-tag group of would-be survivors two years ago has grown into a force of thousands across North and South America, Europe and Asia working to be ready to face the worst.

 

To celebrate the ZSC’s formal birthday, December 20, mark the holiday season and clear the storage unit for the new gear we’re bringing in for 2013 we’re offering special discounts on merchandise for the next 12 days!!

 

From December 19, 2012 through January 1, 2013 simply enter the codes to get your discounted ZSC gear.

 

HOLIDAYPROMO5 will get you 5% off any order of $50.00 or more

 

HOLIDAYPROMO10 will get you 10% off any order of $100.00 or more

 

The discounts WILL apply to EVERYTHING in the ZSC store – including the new ZSC line of Norman Reedus-themed gear we just revealed last week. A portion of the profits from ZSC Reedus line sales go to support development/disaster response organizations Oxfam and Doctors Without Borders (or may be designated to others depending on real world need when we make our quarterly donations).

 

So grab yourself a hat, a copy of the ZSC’s latest anthology Undead Uncensored, get Rookered, show your Team Dixon support or get bloody with the ZSC’s signature tee!!!


Charity Auction Announcement

Heads up, members and loyalists!  ZSC Purple Brigade member Tracey Gurney is holding a charity auction for Coweta County Sheriff’s Project Safe.

On the auction block are several of her signature items, autographed by Blue Brigade Commander Norman Reedus! Norman very generously signed all auction items at Wizard World Comic Con in Columbus, Ohio this year and selected Coweta County Sheriff’s Department in thanks for their tireless assistance during the filming of The Walking Dead in Senoia, Georgia.

For the full rundown and details about the items up for bidding, please visit Tracey’s auction page on eBay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=27112300953.

 

 


Commander Mondays: James Gonzaba

Blue Brigade 1st Lieutenant James Gonzaba first became known to us as the handsome yet menacing Jorge on AMC’s The Walking Dead who helped beat Daryl Dixon in an Atlanta alleyway. Perhaps first impressions are not all they seem to be, but it was clear that this young man with strong presence and  stature was already destined for leadership in the Zombie Survival Crew. His smile is disarming, and his tendency to laugh makes it easy to underestimate just how dangerous it would be to corner our beloved First Lieutenant, but make no mistake… James is not a man to be trifled with. Standing strong alongside Blue Brigade’s Commander, James ensures the safety of us all with his calm yet commanding presence.

In addition to The Walking Dead, James has been spotted in CSI Miami and The Return of Johnny V.

James Gonazba with fellow ZSC commanders Neil Brown Jr. and Anthony Guajardo

It is with regret that I must divulge that as of the time of this report I have lost contact with Lieutenant Gonzaba, and his whereabouts cannot be confirmed. We have suspected UGA involvement for some time, and fear he may have been captured, or perhaps is on the run. A deep cover operation may be required to determine Lieutenant Gonzaba’s whereabouts, but at this time please be assured that security has not been breached, and we have full faith in the loyalty of our chosen commanders. Lieutenant Gonzaba will neither be forgotten nor left behind. His last known communication came to us via scrambled video, which we have decoded for this report.

Any further sightings or intel regarding the Lieutenant’s current whereabouts may be sent by scrambled signal only using the comment form on this page.

 

If you’re just joining us for this series, please be sure to check out our previous Commander Monday reports!

 

 


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