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Welcome to another episode of "Tell The Damn Story!" Today, we have a packed show for you as we dive into the goldmine of storytelling, which consists of our personal struggles and experiences. Host...

As a writer, editor, and publisher, she's building a house of horror, and several writers are eager to join her. Why and How? That's what cohosts Alex and Chris seek out when they interview literary...

?️ Hey, fellow creatives, Welcome back to "Tell The Damn Story"! This time it's Alex Simmons holding down the fort solo while Chris is under the weather. In this episode, Alex explores the craft of...

If you think creating plots, scenes, and dialogue while sitting at a computer keyboard is a challenge, how do you do it based on someone else’s idea and instantly in front of a live audience?  Sit ba...

He overcame addiction, prison, and Covid to write four novels and raise the funds to publish them. How he did it is a damn story worth telling. Join Chris and Alex as they delve deep into the world ...

It’s part two of my adventures in Edinburgh, Scotland’s Fring Festival. In this episode, Chris and I share an incredible interview I did with the artistic team behind "I Sell Windows." The writer, a...

One town. 630 shows! Can immersing yourself in a creative environment through comedy shows, street performances, or theatrical plays offer fresh perspectives and inspiration for your craft? Host Ale...

What are some of the challenges writers face when creating compelling opening scenes, and what methods help overcome these challenges? How does the approach to writing an opening scene vary between d...

Hosts Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan welcome the award-winning author and editor, James Aquilone. Prepare to dive deep into the world of graphic novels, zombie detectives, and the art of successful Kic...

"Or Is It Stealing Work From Other People?"  In today's episode, hosts Chris Ryan and Alex Simmons tackle the pressing question: "Can Writers Ethically Use AI For Marketing?"  Alex shares his experi...

Today, Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan delve deep into what inspires them to become writers, touching on the creative journeys that many aspiring writers have taken. They explore books such as "The Outsi...

How do you write fascinating mystery tales without dry plots, disappointing characters, and dull backdrops? Here’s where you’ll find out. Welcome to another exciting episode of "Tell The Damn Story"! ...