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EPISODE · Mar 8, 2026 · 1H 16M

Tell The Damn Story ep 405: Conquer Creative Challenges Essential Tips for Aspiring Authors, Pt 2

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

"What's Trickier? Writing The Stories, Or Getting Out To Meet The Public?" In this week’s installment, hosts Alex and Chris are joined once again by acclaimed writers Tom Sniegoski and Jeannine Acheson for Part 2 of their deep-dive into conquering creative challenges and empowering aspiring authors. This episode is packed with heartfelt stories, candid reflections, and practical advice straight from the trenches of the writing world. From memorable convention encounters—like Alex co-host's full-circle moment with Ray Bradbury—to behind-the-scenes confessions about fan interactions, podcast experiences (both brilliant and bizarre), and the personal struggles of finding hope and motivation in difficult times, the conversation is as honest as it is uplifting. Together, the group explores how creative voices evolve, what it takes to push through creative slumps, and why telling your own damn story matters—not just for you, but for readers and listeners you may never meet. Whether you’re stuck on your first draft, wrestling with self-doubt, or searching for new ways to stay inspired and connected, this episode is filled with encouragement, laughter, and the reminder that you’re never alone on your creative journey.Have any questions, comments, or suggestions?Then, please leave them in the Comments Section. Or ...Write: [email protected] follow us on ...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Tell The Damn Story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.TellTheDamnStory.comwww.Facebook.com/Tell The Damn Story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/ Tell The Damn Story⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stories change lives. They always have. Your support keeps them alive for future generations. Help us by supporting TTDS → ⁠Buy Me A Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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