The Adventures of Damnation Kane by Theoden Humphrey

This episode of Indie Ink is a whirlwind of laughter, honesty, and bookish chaos as we sit down with author and teacher Theoden Humphrey, creator of The Adventures of Damnation Kane. From pirate obsessions and time travel twists to the realities of indie publishing, this conversation dives into the beautiful madness of writing stories that matter.We talk about how Damnation Kane drops a 1600s pirate captain into modern-day Miami, creating one of the funniest culture clashes imaginable. Humphrey shares the origins of the series, how the unforgettable name “Damnation Kane” came to him, and why pirates have remained such a powerful creative fascination.But this episode also goes deeper. We unpack the pressure indie authors face over typos, reviews, perfectionism, and the unfair double standards placed on self-published books. It becomes a refreshing reminder that storytelling is about heart, imagination, and connection, not spotless grammar.From hilarious quotes like “Have any of you heard of a heathen god called Verizon?” to heartfelt discussions about why writers keep creating despite exhaustion, this episode is equal parts funny, inspiring, and deeply relatable. If you’ve ever dreamed of writing a book, selling your art, or escaping life to simply read and create, this one will hit homeYou can follow Theoden Humphrey on social media or check out his website here.Grab his books here or on Amazon. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit indieinkpodcast.substack.com