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Tell The Damn Story #129: WITH SUSPECTS AND RED HERRINGS, WHICH ONE TO CHOOSE? IT’S A MYSTERY!

Posted on March 8, 2020 by Alex Simmons Says

This week Alex and Chris sing the coronavirus blues, absolutely diss Agatha Christie, and discuss structuring a mystery, the value of red herrings, and why we need suspects, all accomplished between our usual chuckles. Click here to hear. We know … Continue reading →

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Tell The Damn Story #93: Life As A Story Pool = Inspiration, Imitation, Perspiration & Innovation

Posted on June 30, 2019 by Alex Simmons Says

There are so many things that influence our storytelling. If we only scratch the surface we wind up repeating what’s gone before, in almost the same “voice.” But diving deeper into our own thoughts, feelings, and experiences helps separate imitation … Continue reading →

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Who Are They And Why Are They Saying Those Stupid Things?

Posted on August 14, 2017 by Alex Simmons Says

“If it’s true that there are “only 7 plots in the world…” is true, then how on earth can a writer create anything that hasn’t been done before? Continue reading →

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How Do You Juggle Writing With Your “Life?”

Posted on November 24, 2015 by Alex Simmons Says

Greetings: During this holiday season, I’ve decided to share some of the insight and experience I’ve had, as well as lessons learned. A number of people have asked me some questions, and here is my answer to one of them. … Continue reading →

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Oh! THESE Are My Super Powers!

Posted on December 24, 2014 by Alex Simmons Says

Earlier today I was griping, and a long friend said, “No worries, we’ll just write our way out of all this…” This simple line reminded me why creative people exist in society. Our super power are 1) Envision Vision, 2) … Continue reading →

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Mind the Art

Posted on September 17, 2014 by Alex Simmons Says

Salutations. It’s been over a year since I posted thoughts, ideas, or press in this particular digital storefront window. I haven’t been creatively dry during that time – more like adrift, periodically bobbing into project shores, and then floating back … Continue reading →

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I Remember 9/11 — Part 2

Posted on September 16, 2014 by Alex Simmons Says

Part 2 That evening, to ease some of the tension, we took an stroll in our neighborhood and stopped at the local candy store to buy the children some ice cream. We’d done this many times before. It was so … Continue reading →

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Be Gone Too Long

Posted on September 15, 2014 by Alex Simmons Says

Greetings All: I’m BACK! To keep this short, I’m the person so busy doing things, that stopping to write about them just doesn’t come easy. And as a pro writer and teaching artist … well, time away from writing is … Continue reading →

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“Political Porridge: Too Hot, Too Cold, Or Just Plain Empty?”

Posted on August 4, 2012 by Alex Simmons Says

 Recently when asked (via a Facebook posting) … “As succinctly as you can, and with no partisan chest beating, tell me what you think are the greatest issues facing America this election season?” I replied … “Impaired politicians, corporate controlled … Continue reading →

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NEVER UNDERESTIMATE A CHILD’S CAPACITY TO COMPREHEND – Part 2

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Alex Simmons Says

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“A Lesson in Jr. Junior Journalism, or Tiny Tots Can Teach You, Too” Impish is a great word. It suggests a playful trait, with just a dash of – you could be a pain if you worked at it. My … Continue reading →

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