SEASON 5 UPDATE!! Plus Meet Adam! - Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest

Summary

Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest – Season 5 Update!! Plus Meet Adam!

Host: Adam Gidwitz
Release Date: February 3, 2025

Introduction to Season 5

In this exciting episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, host and bestselling author Adam Gidwitz dives into the thrilling updates surrounding the upcoming fifth season of the podcast. He shares insights into what listeners can expect, including an array of new and intriguing stories that promise to captivate both young audiences and adults alike.

"We are recording season five of Grim Grimma Grimace right now, and let me tell you, it's going to be really good."
— Adam Gidwitz [02:15]

Adam highlights the inclusion of numerous Franz Ksava von Shoenwitz stories, known for their unique and quirky nature, ensuring that the new season will be filled with "super weird" tales that maintain the show's signature charm.

Global Stories and Diverse Narratives

Expanding the podcast's horizons, Adam reveals that Season 5 will feature stories from various parts of the world, bringing a fresh and diverse perspective to classic Grimm fairy tales. This global touch is set to enrich the storytelling experience, offering listeners a broader cultural context and novel twists to beloved narratives.

"We've got a story from a totally different part of the world. I can't wait for you to hear them all."
— Adam Gidwitz [02:45]

Introducing Adam's New Book: Max in the Land of Lies

Beyond the podcast, Adam shares thrilling news about his latest literary endeavor. He is gearing up to tour with his new book, Max in the Land of Lies, the sequel to Max in the House of Spies. Detailing the success of the first installment, Adam expresses his enthusiasm for the new book, which has already received rave early reviews that surpass even its predecessor.

"The early reviews are already in, and the consensus is it's even better than the first one."
— Adam Gidwitz [03:10]

Max in the House of Spies garnered five-star reviews and was lauded as one of the best books of the year by prominent publications like the Wall Street Journal, Book List, and School Library Journal. Adam anticipates similar, if not greater, acclaim for Max in the Land of Lies.

Book Tour and Exclusive Content

To promote his new book, Adam announces an upcoming book tour that will span five cities across the United States. The tour includes public events in:

Brooklyn, New York
Winston Salem, North Carolina
Manhattan Beach, California
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
Liditz, Pennsylvania

He encourages fans to attend these events for a chance to engage directly with him. Additionally, Adam introduces an exclusive offer for Grim Grimmer Grimmest listeners: if at least ten fans attend an event and mention the secret password, he will extend his presentation to include a special fairy tale from Season 5, granting listeners early access to new content.

"If at least 10 fans of Grim Grimmer Grimaced show up at the store and say the secret password, I will extend my presentation and tell a fairy tale from Season five so you'll get to hear the story before anyone else."
— Adam Gidwitz [04:05]

Engaging the Community and Supporting the Podcast

Adam passionately appeals to his audience for support to ensure the continued success of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest. He outlines several ways fans can contribute:

Pre-ordering and Purchasing Books:
- Pre-order Max in the Land of Lies and purchase Max in the House of Spies.
- Offers personalized signed copies through a link in the podcast description.
Subscribing to Pinna FM:
- Subscribing grants early access to Season 5 and an ad-free listening experience.
- Encourages sharing the podcast with friends to broaden the listener base.
Attending Book Tour Events:
- Participating in tour events not only supports Adam but also provides fans with exclusive content and experiences.

"There are a few things you can do to support us so we can keep making Grim Grimmer Grimmest."
— Adam Gidwitz [05:20]

The Secret Password Reveal

Concluding his message, Adam finally reveals the much-anticipated secret password for the exclusive story access during his book tour events.

"The password is it's not a Smurf. Remember, it's not a Smurf."
— Adam Gidwitz [06:00]

This playful twist not only serves as a fun element for fans but also reinforces the whimsical nature of the Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest series.

Closing Thoughts

Adam wraps up the episode by expressing heartfelt gratitude to his listeners for their unwavering support. He reinforces his excitement for both the upcoming Season 5 of the podcast and his new book endeavors, emphasizing the collaborative relationship with his audience that fuels his creative passion.

"Thank you for doing everything you can to support Grim Grimmer Grimmest. I can't wait for you to read the Max books, I can't wait for you to hear Season five, and I can't wait to see you out there on the road."
— Adam Gidwitz [06:30]

Conclusion

This episode serves as a vibrant update for fans eagerly anticipating the newest adventures in Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest and Adam Gidwitz's literary journey with the Max series. By blending personal achievements, future plans, and community engagement, Adam fosters a connected and enthusiastic fanbase ready to embrace the forthcoming Grimm-inspired tales.

For more information on upcoming events and to engage with the series, listeners are encouraged to visit AdamGidwitz.com and utilize the provided resources to stay connected and support the creative endeavors of Adam Gidwitz.

Transcript

A (0:01)

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B (1:05)

Grimmers, I need your help. But first, I have two exciting pieces of news. Exciting news Number one, we are recording season five of Grim Grimma Grimace right now, and let me tell you, it's going to be really good. We've got some very grim episodes. We've got a lot of Franz Ksava von Shoenwitz stories in this season, and yes, they're super weird. And also we've got a story from a totally different part of the world. I can't wait for you to hear them all. Okay, exciting piece of news number two, I'm about to go on tour with my new book, Max in the Land of Lies. The first book, Max in the House of Spies, is a spy novel that takes place during World War II. It got five starred reviews, which is a big deal, and was named one of the best books of the year by the Wall Street Journal and Book List and School Library Journal and a bunch of other places. The second book, Max in the Land of Lies, is the conclusion of Max's story. The early reviews are already in, and the consensus is it's even better than the first one. So that's very exciting for me. What may be even more exciting for you is that to promote the Max books, I will be visiting bookstores in five cities across the country. There will be public events in Brooklyn, New York, Winston Salem, North Carolina, Manhattan Beach, California, D Doylestown, Pennsylvania and Liditz, Pennsylvania. For more information about those events, you can check out my website, AdamGidwitz.com so at the stores in those five cities, I will be talking about the Max books. But if at least 10 fans of Grim Grimmer Grimaced show up at the store and say the secret password, I will extend my presentation and tell a fairy tale from Season five so you'll get to hear the story before anyone else. Well, what's the secret password? You're probably wondering. I will tell you at the end of this message, so stick around for that. Now, here's the part where I ask for your help. I really love making Grim Grimmer Grimmest. It's one of my favorite things in my life. And there are a few things you can do to support us so we can keep making Grim Grimmer Grimmest. Okay, here's thing number one you can do to help us pre order Max in the Land of Lies and and if you haven't already, order Max in the House of Spies. Those books are aimed at fifth grade through adults. Honestly, half the fan mail I get from the Max books comes from adults and you can order them from anywhere. But if you want a personalized signed copy, there is a link in the podcast description that you can follow and I'll sign a book to you. Thing number two you can do to support Grim Grimmer Grimmest is subscribe to Pinna fm. You'll get to hear Season five before anyone else and and it's a great way to hear the stories without all the ads. Also, tell your friends about Grim Grimmer Grimaced. Thing three that you can do to support Grim Grimmer Grimaced, come to one of my tour events. All the Info is@adamgoodwitz.com Remember, if 10 fans of Grim Grimmer Grimaced show up, I'll stay after the event and tell you a story if you say the password. And now you're saying yeah, but what is the password? The password is it's not a Smurf. Thank you for doing everything you can to support Grim Grimmer Grimmest. I can't wait for you to read the Max books, I can't wait for you to hear Season five, and I can't wait to see you out there on the road. And remember, it's not a Smurf.