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EPISODE · Feb 2, 2025 · 1H 10M

Tell The Damn Story, ep 349: "How to Navigate the Challenges of Writing Iconic Characters”

from Tell The Damn Story · host Alex Simmons & Chris Ryan

Today, we dive deep into the trials, triumphs, and unique nuances of writing iconic characters. Co-hosts Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan as they share their incredible experiences and insights from penning legendary figures like Batman, Scooby Doo, Tarzan, and even contemporary historical characters such as Barack Obama. From the essential do's and don'ts of maintaining the essence of these beloved icons to injecting them with fresh, modern twists, Alex and Chris provide invaluable advice for aspiring and seasoned writers. Discover how they navigated the editorial demands and remained faithful to the characters while still making their mark with personal and socially relevant storytelling. Whether crafting short stories for anthology tributes or tackling full-fledged adventures in popular comic strips, the co-hosts discuss the importance of homework, practice runs, and respecting the rich history of these multifaceted characters. So, stick around if you've ever dreamed of writing your iconic character or want to peek behind the creative curtain! This episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and inspiration straight from the trenches of storytelling. Have any questions, comments, or suggestions? Then please leave them in the Comments Section. Write: [email protected] And follow us on ... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Tell The Damn Story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.TellTheDamnStory.com www.Facebook.com/Tell The Damn Story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube.com/ Tell The Damn Story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you're enjoying these episodes, take a moment to help wet our whistle and click on the link to ... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy Me A Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠⁠

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