Sometimes writing stories about the past challenges our present day sensibilities, and more.
Alex and Chris reveal how the pressures of writing two short stories in two weeks, required research, reflection, and restraint.
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Chris Ryan,
Author of mysteries, children’s books, screenplays and novels
Alex is doing an early morning solo as he ponders the artistic side of the popular online mantra, “Done Is Better Than Perfect.”
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Chris Ryan,
Author of mysteries, children’s books, screenplays and novels
Mystery writer
Back in October, Chris went on a solo mission to Deadly Ink Writer’s Conference in central New Jersey. While honing his own crime fiction writing skills he interviewed several other talented authors. So listen well to his third of six, as they share their highly developed writing skills, habits and tips. Attentive persons, meet mystery writer Art Taylor.
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Chris Ryan,
Author of mysteries, children’s books, screenplays and novels
In this episode host Alex Simmons interviews graphic novelist, creator/writer, and children’s book illustrator, JERRY CRAFT. Jerry shares some of the funny but also twisted turns he had to take as a black artist, creating black non-stereotypical characters in the comics world.
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The Real “True Believer” is gone.
Alex and Chris share thoughts and personal memories about the legend that was Stan Lee. As Alex put it, “he was the P.T. Barnum of the comics industry … the face of Marvel…” His collaborations with many great artists, and his business and marketing savvy helped build a multi-billion dollar property.
*After the show leave a comment about your favorite Stan Lee creation, story, saying, or appearance.)
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Chris Ryan,
Author of mysteries, children’s books, screenplays and novels
Welcome to the Part Two of Alex and Chris’ discussion about the facts and fancies surrounding the quest for a Hollywood film or TV deal? Is all the negotiating, research, paperwork, waiting and more a road to fortune and fame, or disillusion and shame?
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Alex and Chris discuss the facts and fancies surrounding the quest for a Hollywood film or TV deal? Is it just like winning the lottery, or more like back stroking in a tsunami?
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Chris Ryan,
Author of mysteries, children’s books, screenplays and novels
As independent writers and publishers, Alex and Chris have had a week jammed with author activity. They’ve been traveling the full range of a writer’s experiences from last-minute edits to upload frenzy.
So listen in as they discuss a creator’s experience of patrons buying their work (Blackjack – Trial By Fire, Trial By Ice); positive reviews, fan exuberant quotes, trying to build on the momentum, and … the odd cure for rejection.
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Chris Ryan,
Author of mysteries, children’s books, screenplays and novels
Tim Fielder
Matty’s Rocket creator/writer/illustrator
Artist on many BLACKJACK covers and books.
The release of the new BLACKJACK (Rapid Read book), TRIAL BY FIRE, TRIAL BY ICE, delayed the posting of the 3rd episode of the series WHY BLACKJACK, where Alex continues to explore the appeal of his action adventure hero, ARRON DAY aka BLACKJACK.
So here is Part Three of the interview with ECBACC media tech, and Blackjack fan, Dionne Stallworth. This concludes their conversation about childhood challenges, comic book inspirations, and the importance of history and cultural identity.
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Chris Ryan,
Author of mysteries, children’s books, screenplays and novels
In this second episode of the series WHY BLACKJACK, Alex continues to explore the appeal of his action adventure creation, ARRON DAY aka BLACKJACK.
Part two of the interview with ECBACC media tech, and Blackjack fan, Dionne Stallworth. The conversation covers childhood challenges, comic book inspirations, and the importance of history and cultural identity.
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Chris Ryan,
Author of mysteries, children’s books, screenplays and novels
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