3d World is the best Magazine that I know. It usually brings to you lots of tuts and free software.
For now, they launched the "3D World Advent Giveaway". Be sure to check. You can find something of your interest.
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http://www.3dworldmag.com/2012/12/02/3d-world-advent-giveaway-day-2-download-two-free-tutorials-from-digitaltutors/