The Writers Block
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The Writers Block is a weekly podcast of conversation and improv story-telling. Join writers Clarence Carter and Shaun Nigro in this one-of-a-kind 8Sparks Media production.
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Nov 12, 2023
Ep53: Clyde Blossoms [comedy]
Fresh off their second event in two weeks, Clarence and Shaun discuss what's been going on "on the road" along with some new friends (Nerdcore, R Card Place) and updates on upcoming events!
At *17:37*, the writers jump into a ridiculous new tale of a man and his golden Clyde Blossoms harmonica!
Stay up to date with Clarence Carter @
https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/
And Shaun J. Nigro @
http://www.shaunjnigro.com
Follow The Writers Block on Meta @
https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial
Follow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @
https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbot
And on Meta @
https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotography
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Nov 12, 2023
Ep52 (BONUS!): Red-Eye Jackson with Heidi Grant!
From the archives of critically acclaimed director, Vincent Terrence Tito: Shaun and fiancée, Heidi Grant, tell a ridiculous tale from way out west!
Check out the latest 8Sparks Stories @
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1361362
Stay up to date with Clarence Carter @
https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/
And Shaun J. Nigro @
http://www.shaunjnigro.com
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Nov 5, 2023
Ep51: The Thrilling Conclusion (Pitstop City, Part 3)
Clarence gives an update on the state of Without Saying Goodbye, Shaun releases a jazzy new song. Upcoming events at the Auburn VFR, mall, and the Bangor mall (Maine) are announced!
The writers also talk about what they've been watching and/or reading, including American Horror Stories, interviews with Neil Gaiman, The City and the Stars by Arthur C. Clarke, and Bob's Burgers!
At *31:21*, the thrilling 3-part Jimmy Eagle tale, Pitstop City, comes to a close!
Check out Shaun's latest song on his Critic the Rapper SoundCloud profile @
https://soundcloud.com/critictherapper/mistakes-were-made-instrumental?si=fe0b1658ec2f49b39aa8b1f8ef8bfb23&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
Check out the latest 8Sparks Stories @
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1361362
Stay up to date with Clarence Carter @
https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/
And Shaun J. Nigro @
http://www.shaunjnigro.com
Follow The Writers Block on Meta @
https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial
Follow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @
https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbot
And on Meta @
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Oct 29, 2023
Ep50: Pitstop City, Part 2: The Valley Below
We touch on the disturbing events that transpired in Lewiston last week, discuss our events lineup, and Clarence details the ups and downs of publishing and the process of writing and submitting a short story in today's market.
At around *43:10*, the tale of Jimmy Eagle, Susanna Skyward and Bobby Wings continues as they descend into the fog-covered abyss below Pitstop City.Support the show
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Oct 22, 2023
Ep49: Pitstop City
Fresh off a second weekend of conventioning, Clarence gives us the rundown on his experiences selling his books, and Shaun details his first flying lesson experience.
At *40:39*, a new tale of the infamous pilot, Jimmy Eagle, begins, this time set in an alternate dieselpunk cityscape where the ground is poisoned and cities higher up are surrounded by a mysterious fog.
Stay up to date with Clarence Carter @
https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/
And Shaun J. Nigro @
http://www.shaunjnigro.com
Follow The Writers Block on Meta @
https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial
Follow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtSatation @
https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbot
And on Meta @
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Sep 9, 2023
Ep48: It Came from Beneath the Ground!
Clarence discusses more of his recent releases, including the Rejected Ones collection, and Damn Ernie, now available on Audible narrated by Todd Waites. Shaun talks about some local authors and the effectiveness of different styles of book covers. The writers also discuss how to get over stage fright when appearing at conventions and other live events.
At *35:30*, a new fully improvised tale begins, about a family that discovers living in the woods might not be all it's cracked up to be...
Check out Damn Ernie on Audible @
https://www.audible.com/pd/Damn-Ernie-Audiobook/B0CH1KC95P?qid=1694282448&sr=1-1&
Stay up to date with Clarence Carter @
https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/
And Shaun J. Nigro @
http://www.shaunjnigro.com
Follow The Writers Block on Meta @
https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial
Follow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @
https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbot
And on Meta @
https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotography
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Aug 3, 2023
Ep47: Lady of the Sea
Clarence and Shaun discuss what they've been up to, including reading westerns and features in TikTok author giveaways. They speculate on the use of AI as a tool for publishers and talk reasons for being a writer at all.
At around the *36 *minute mark, the writers jump into a brand new fully improvised tale about a girl that discovers an old locket on a beach next to a lighthouse.
Check out Lou J. Berger's short story "Death and Redemption, Somewhere Near Tuba City" in Clarkesworld magazine @
https://clarkesworldmagazine.com/berger_07_23/?fbclid=IwAR0kNk5kzIG2LhnYMqDwIjYICTo1ueMyqSn576-jI1aqNkfsyMJfZ9LNGX8
Stay up to date with Clarence Carter @
https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/
And Shaun J. Nigro @
http://www.shaunjnigro.com
Follow The Writers Block on Meta @
https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial
Follow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @
https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbot
And on Meta @
https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotographySupport the show
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Jul 19, 2023
Ep46: Boxcar Blues
Clarence Carter and Shaun J. Nigro return to The Writers Block with a special extra long episode featuring a previously unreleased tale.
Stay up to date with Clarence Carter @
https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/
And Shaun J. Nigro @
http://www.shaunjnigro.com
Follow The Writers Block on Meta @
https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial
Follow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @
https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbot
And on Meta @
https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotography
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Sep 29, 2022
Ep45: Road Trip (uncut)
In part 1 of this fully improvised (and uncut) road trip tale, two brothers pick up a strange girl who seems to have psychic powers on their way to buying an old prison bus. Things take a turn for the worse when the brothers discover something sinister may be following the girl . . .
Join Clarence and Shaun for another thrilling, and often hilarious tale from the TWB universe!
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Sep 26, 2022
Ep44: The Fellowship of the LARP (uncut)
A family tradition becomes an all-out-war when the annual Galactica LARPing battles ensue. As Jerry is about to find out, some rules were just made to be broken in this brand new fully improvised tale of chivalry and betrayal!
Follow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @
https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbot
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Sep 21, 2022
Ep43: Lake Lust (uncut)
Shaun and Clarence team up again to tell a hilariously steamy improvised tale, for the first time fully uncut! In this week's story, a couple on a honeymoon in Mexico find themselves a third who invites them back to his lake house. Love and lust are in the air, but their lusty lake house lover may be keeping some secrets . . .
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Aug 26, 2021
Ep42: Lair of the Ice Dragon with KC Johnston again!
Audio book narrator KC Johnston returns to the land of TWB to help us finish the tale of Clarissa and Milfred the Pocket Troll in the land of Arduin!
At *24:53* the bonus convo ensues and we attempt to guess each other's 5 random words before catching up with KC on his whereabouts and latest projects.
Follow KC Johnston @
https://kcjohnstoncreates.com
https://twitter.com/kcjohnstonreads
https://www.facebook.com/KCJohnstonCreates/
And on TikTok
@ kcandtheoddportal
Follow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtSatation @
https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbot
And on Meta @
https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotography
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Aug 12, 2021
Ep41: The Schmeezy Kids with Zack & Aaron again!
The ever-hilarious Zack & Aaron return to TWB for a tale of the Schmeezy kids (featured in Ep25: Chipmunks, Bloodhound, and Bear, Oh My!).
At *21:28*, we commence our bonus convo where we attempt to guess each other's 5 random words, and where Z&A discuss some of the projects they've worked on since our last conversation!
You can find Zack & Aaron on YouTube @:
https://www.youtube.com/zackandaaron
On Instagram @:
https://www.instagram.com/zackandaaron/
On Twitch @:
https://www.twitch.tv/zackandaaron
And their Pandora's Blocks game can be purchased on Amazon @:
https://www.amazon.com/Pandoras-Blocks-Dice-Game-Piece/dp/B07W73D1ZC/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=pandoras+blocks&qid=1570030765&sr=8-1&pldnSite=1
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Aug 6, 2021
Ep40: Double Dale with Lou J Berger!
Fellow writer, sometimes editor, 2019 Writers of the Future finalist, and member of the SciFi Writers of America, Lou J. Berger joins us for an in depth conversation about everything from slush piles to writer's retreat cruises with legendary sc-fi authors.
At *21:40,* Lou leads us in a tale of inter-dimensional time traveling shenanigans as a new Dale Doohow confronts her troubling past.
And of course, at *41:22*, we dive into a bonus convo where we attempt to guess each other's 5 random words, and where Lou discusses more about his experiences in the industry.
Purchase the World Breakers anthology on Amazon @
https://www.amazon.com/World-Breakers-Tony-Daniel/dp/1982125519/
And Lulit: The L3 Mutator @
https://www.amazon.com/Lulit-Mutator-Genetic-Eve-Story-ebook/dp/B07Z6R64VD/
Check out Lou's website @
http://www.LouJBerger.com
And be sure to follow him today, on Facebook and/or Twitter @ LouJBerger !!
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Aug 1, 2021
Ep39: The Pumpkin People with Keith Talbot again!
Our artist (and illustrator of Shaun's Koala Celebrates Songkran children's book), Keith Talbot returns! In tonight's tale, we return to where we had left off on Keith's last appearance, at Maverick's Insane Asylum, where nurse Maddison Lankey is about to enter a dark pumpkin-filled mine. But will she find her way back out? And why the heck does everything smell so fishy?!?
At *22:09* we jump into our bonus convo where we try to guess each other's words, and Keith talks a little bit about some of the Facebook digital art groups he's been active in since his last appearance on TWB.
Follow Keith on his website @
http://ktalbot.co.uk/?fbclid=IwAR0040iWtcgEeqr3AHDnkzJSEW49CynYB7Oyk-vbMwEIHmvINSqr3xOjyKc
on his Facebook page @
https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotography
And be sure to check out the children's book, Koala Celebrates Songkran @
https://www.amazon.com/Koala-Celebrates-Songkran-Thailand/dp/B08F7S5LNH/
And of course, don't forget to follow the TWB podcast on the official 8Spa…
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Jul 23, 2021
Ep38: Moonshot with Jean-Paul Wood!
One of our favorite narrators and longtime collaborators, Jean-Paul Wood, joins us for a conversation and story!
At *19:05 *another zany TWB tale begins in a farmhouse where a mad scientist is about to put his sinister plans into action...or at least he'll try...
Stick around for a bonus convo at *33:42* where we discuss our secret words and talk a little more about JP's narration and writing adventures!
You can find JP @
https://www.youtube.com/user/HumorlessComedy
And on our 8Sparks Stories podcast @
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1361362
And of course, don't forget to check us and JP out on our official webpage @
https://www.8sparksmedia.com/
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Jul 19, 2021
Ep37: On the Lam with Todd Waites!
Fellow collaborator and narrator/voice talent, Todd Waites, joins us in tonight's episode!
At around *19:38 *this week's theme music kicks in and our story begins, throwing us right in the middle of the action as a man on the lam, Steve, finds himself running from a mysterious entity..or two!
Stick around at around *37:06* in for our bonus convo, where we try to guess each other's 5 random words!
You can follow Todd on:
On his official website @ http://www.toddwaitesvoice.com
Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/VoiceofTW
Twitter @ https://twitter.com/VoiceofTW
TikTok @ https://www.tiktok.com/@voiceoftw
and on Discord @ https://discord.gg/znBnURB
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Jul 9, 2021
Ep36: MerChildren
John Jackson Barry takes one last assignment, this time at Old Orchard Beach in Maine, where a pod of recently hatched mer-children have begun feeding on beach-goers.
At *22:54*, Clarence and Shaun play catch-up with their project announcements, including Clarence's recently released Blacktop Kings novella/audiobook, his upcoming Shadows & Keyholes collection; and Shaun's post-pandemic burnout blues album, next children's book and the Seed collection! See links attached!
Blacktop Kings (ebook, paperback, and audiobook narrated by Kailey Peckford):
https://www.amazon.com/The-Blacktop-Kings/dp/B097NJ7N3H/
post-pandemic burnout blues album
https://open.spotify.com/album/3gXrHKtQappj1Z1eBwOy3h?si=4iAJEyYrSGeEJC29xRM6YA&dl_branch=1
link to Shaun's interview with Jeph Balesdent and Mike Hatfield @ JaM Sessions Podcast
https://open.spotify.com/show/33WaKinnWGDkzTUFbPTjPq?si=MA-kFvVrTqqpub6zGhg-BA&dl_branch=1Support the show
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Jul 1, 2021
Ep35: Dirigibles
Ex-airship marine George Ellison fights to bring down a zombie virus-carrying airship headed straight for Cony Island. But can he overcome his love for the pilot steering the ship..his ex-girlfriend?
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Jan 22, 2021
Ep34: Detective Nova, Part 2: Conflagration
Detective Nova's tale concludes in this season 4 two-part premiere! But will her fiery past get in her way?!
At 17:18 Clarence and Shaun discuss their stories and the significance of character descriptions, as well as the need to be open and honest with fellow writers in the community.
Check out more TWB stories @:
https://www.8sparksmedia.com/
or on Facebook @:
https://www.facebook.com/8sparksmedia
And check out and review James Pynes' Big Cranky @:
https://www.amazon.com/Big-Cranky-Fall-Darkness-Paperback/dp/1777395518/
Sound effects taken from https://www.zapsplat.com/Support the show
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Jan 15, 2021
Ep33: Detective Nova
The Writers are back (again)! Season 4 of TWB begins with part 1 of the story of Detective Nova as she tracks down space crime lord, Marvin Atlas, in an effort to solve an arson case that is literally out of this world!
At *14:15*, the first conversation of the season begins as Clarence and Shaun discuss the value of fan fiction, writers with underwriters, Stephen King, and more!
Remember to subscribe and follow on Facebook @
https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial
As well as on our website @
https://www.8sparksmedia.com/
Background sound effects taken from
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Dec 24, 2020
Christmas Special 2: The Great Narwhal Hunt
'Tis the season...again! The second annual TWB Christmas special commences with a brand new tale straight from Candy Cane Lane, this time following Jeremiah the elf on his hunt for the gold-toothed Narwhal!
At *17:16*, Shaun and Clarence dive into a conversation of project updates, shout-outs, and break down of what we think is wrong (and right) with Little Fires Everywhere and Queen's Gambit!
Christmas music: "A Peaceful Winter" by Scott Holmes used under the by Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. Taken from:
https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Holmes/christmas-background-music/a-peaceful-winter
Remember to subscribe and follow on Facebook @
https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial
As well as on our website @
https://www.8sparksmedia.com/
Don't forget, you can also purchase Clarence Carter's book, No Honor Among Thieves on Amazon @
https://www.amazon.com/Honor-Among-Thieves-Clarence-Carter/dp/1671794001/
And Shaun J. Nigro's children's book, Koala Ce…
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Sep 25, 2020
DOUBLE FEATURE 2: Hovercar 2050/Big Bomb Billy
Our second Double Feature commences with a blast from the past and a leap into the future! First up, Hovercar 2050, in a tale of a man from the year 2050 just trying to register his hovercar at the DMV and maybe get some bread for dinner.
At *21:21 *our second tale of the evening follows director Vincent Terrence Tito and his attempt to make the next great cinematic masterpiece, Big Bomb Billy.
Be sure to check out previous episodes, other 8Sparks content, and our shop for merchandise @
https://www.8sparksmedia.com/
Purchase Clarence's No Honor Among Thieves @
https://www.amazon.com/Honor-Among-Thieves-Clarence-Carter/dp/1671794001/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=no+honor+among+thieves+clarence+carter&qid=1601065515&sr=8-1
And check out his story "Desolate" in the First Stain anthology @
https://www.amazon.com/First-Stain-Inked-Gray-Anthology/dp/1952969018/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=first+stain+inked+in+gray&qid=1601065552&sr=8-1
Purchase Shaun's latest book, Koala Celebrates Songkr…
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Sep 4, 2020
Chapter 3 Finale: Woe is Joe with Derrick Spruill!
Derrick Spruill of 4Sake Media joins us in the chapter 3 finale! In tonight's episode, Derrick discusses his various projects through 4Sake, previous collaborations with us, and his plans for the future of his company.
At *21:21*, Derrick leads us in a story of a man named Joe who realizes he must choose between the bottle and realizing his full potential in order to (maybe) save the world!
Stick around for a bonus conversation at *36:10*, where we reveal our words!
Check out 4Sake Media on their official website @:
https://www.4sakemedia.com/
And on Facebook @:
https://www.facebook.com/4sakemedia
And check out Derrick's hilarious VR skits @:
http://www.youtube.com/c/derkysprawl
And of course, you can find TWB @:
https://www.8sparksmedia.com/Support the show
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Aug 28, 2020
Ep29: Our New Society with Kailey Peckford!
In tonight's episode, Kailey Peckford, of the Story Inkorporated podcast, joins us! Kailey chats with us about her podcast and her writing process, as well as her influences and goals for the future of the podcast and her original stories!
At around *16:43*, Kailey joins us in a story set in a dystopian sci-fi world, where a woman named Dakota is about to receive a text that will make her question her entire existence.
Stick around for a bonus conversation, at around *37:40*, where we reveal our challenge words and talk more with Kailey about her podcast and the upcoming TWB anthology.
You can find Story Inkorporated on all major podcasting platforms through Buzzsprout @:
http://storyink.buzzsprout.com/
And you can check out the official Story Inkorporated website @:
https://storyinkorporated.wixsite.com/mysite
On Instagram @:
https://www.instagram.com/story_inkorporated/
And on Facebook @:
https://www.facebook.com/SInkorporated
And of course, don't forget to check out more 8Sparks…
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Aug 21, 2020
Ep28: Randy the Rumbler
In tonight's episode, we discuss new publications, including the recently released "Koala Celebrates Songkran" childrens book by Shaun and a short story acceptance for an upcoming Breaking Rules Publishing anthology. Clarence and Shaun discuss ISBN codes with KDP self-publishing as well as their different perspectives and anxieties about signing stories away.
At *17:33*, the first fully improvised TWB sports story begins in a time when boxing legend Randy the Rumbler discovers he may be owned by the mob.
Shaun's book, "Koala Celebrates Songkran" can be purchased in paperback or through Kindle @
https://www.amazon.com/Koala-Celebrates-Songkran-Thailand/dp/B08F7S5LNH/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=884HP4F8NTTS&dchild=1&keywords=koala+celebrates+songkran&qid=1598040032&sprefix=koala+celebrates+songkran%2Caps%2C240&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExM042WU9ZMUEyUUZYJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwOTc4OTE5Mlc3WTFQT1o5Vkg5UyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwOTM0MDAzMko5N1NaVFRFRTZIVCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0Z…
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Aug 14, 2020
Ep27: Hellbound with Becky Kilimnik!
Artist, designer, and paranormal podcaster Rebecca Kilimnik joins us for the 27th episode! Tonight we trade creepy stories, talk about her podcast, Homespun Haints, and Shaun learns that he may not actually be safe from vampires...
At *17:47 *Becky leads us in a tale of a Summer camp counselor who discovers too late that she may have boarded the wrong bus!
Stick around for the bonus conversation at *37:29 *where we reveal our hidden words.
Check out Homespun Haints on all podcasting platforms and on their website, Facebook, and Instagram @:
http://HomespunHaints.com
https://www.facebook.com/homespunhaints
https://www.instagram.com/homespunhaints/
And check out Becky's design and artwork on her website and social links @:
http://theconceptspot.com
https://www.instagram.com/beckykilimnik/
https://www.facebook.com/beckykilimnik
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Aug 7, 2020
Ep26: Adventures of Hiraldo Jackson
In this week's episode, the Writers discuss the art of retcon (retroactive continuity) in comic books and the Dark Tower series, as well as a continued discussion on POV problems, and a comparison of Joe Hill's NOS4A2 to the AMC series.
At the *15:17 *mark, a new story begins, but with some old friends. When Hiraldo Jackson's parents begin fighting, Hiraldo decides to run away from home. His old pal, Terry, joins him and together they sail on a raft down the Mississippi River, Huck Finn style! But there's trouble around every corner!
[this episode is a sequel to Ep2: Goonies Never Say Die & Ep5: Werewolf]
You can purchase Clarence's book, No Honor Among Thieves on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Honor-Among-Thieves-Clarence-Carter/dp/1671794001/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=No+honor+among+thieves+clarence+carter&qid=1596798970&sr=8-1https://www.amazon.com/Honor-Among-Thieves-Clarence-Carter/dp/1671794001/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=No+honor+among+thieves+clarence+carter&qid=1…
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Jul 31, 2020
Ep25: Chipmunks, Bloodhound, and Bear, Oh My! with Zack & Aaron!
Fellow improv artists, Zack Dictakis and Aaron Labarre of Zack & Aaron, join us to talk about their shows, their process, how they met, and their Pandora's Blocks game! We also discuss embarrassing YouTube videos and Zack's musical ambitions.
At around *20:20*, our guests lead us in a story with their Blocks (instead of the usual 5 random words). This week's tale is a first for us as we delve into the whimsical world of the animal kingdom, through the eyes of a busy chipmunk named Donny.
Stick around for a bonus convo at *38:58*!
*Shaun's words were star, flower, Reptar, ice cream cone, and computer
You can find Zack & Aaron on YouTube @:
https://www.youtube.com/zackandaaron
On Instagram @:
https://www.instagram.com/zackandaaron/
On Twitch @:
https://www.twitch.tv/zackandaaron
And the Pandora's Blocks game can be purchased on Amazon @:
https://www.amazon.com/Pandoras-Blocks-Dice-Game-Piece/dp/B07W73D1ZC/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=pandoras+blocks&qid=1570030765&sr=8-1&pldnSite=1
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Jul 24, 2020
Ep24: Killer Carnies
The Writers discuss recent submissions, "hard" and "soft" waves in writing, and ways to accept criticism and make your stories as good as they can possibly be.
At *14:02* the Bradbury-esque tale of a young girl and her brother begins. Shelley must protect her brother Vince from cannibalistic zombie carnies as they make their way across the fair grounds to the parking lot. Support the show
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Jul 17, 2020
Ep23: Apocalypse, Part 2 with James Pyne!
Writer James Pyne visits the Block and discusses everything writing including his process, influences, a collaborative story with Clarence, and the epic Big Cranky series. At *20:46* Pyne joins the Writers in a continuation of last week's story, "Apocalypse, Part 1."
Stick around after the story for a bonus conversation at *38:39*!
James Pyne writings:
https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B01J7C82VK?fbclid=IwAR2lv52v8zX2gbv7JWdswoJYrkPnXDxTR0we9Bdd-DQYs5O9Szdf7quoC-o
8Sparks Media:
https://www.8sparksmedia.com/
Shaun Nigro writings:
https://www.amazon.com/Koala-Celebrates-Songkran-Thailand-Book-ebook/dp/B08CS6MZV3/ref=sr_1_1?crid=R6GBMC2LPX1D&dchild=1&keywords=koala+celebrates+songkran&qid=1595023282&s=digital-text&sprefix=Koala+Celebrates%2Cdigital-text%2C385&sr=1-1
Clarence Carter writings:
https://www.amazon.com/Honor-Among-Thieves-Clarence-Carter-ebook/dp/B082CM4N3N/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&qid=1595023241&refinements=p_27%3AClarence+Carter&s=digital-text&sr=1-3&text=Clarence+Carter
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Jul 10, 2020
Ep22: Apocalypse, Part 1
Season 3 begins with some updates on Clarence and Shaun's projects between seasons, including Clarence's "Desolate", featured in Inked In Gray's The First Stain anthology, and Shaun's upcoming Koala childrens book, available for pre-order on Amazon soon!
Part 1 of a post-apocalyptic tale of robots and automated delivery trucks begins at *15:02*, featuring a westward traveling Brock DiAngelo who wants more than anything to find another living human being. Support the show
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Jun 10, 2020
DOUBLE FEATURE: Mr. Boils/Microwaved Martinis
In their first ever Double Feature, the Writers pull two stories from the Vault of unreleased tales.
The first tale, Mr. Boils, picks up from the mythos of Mavericks Insane Asylum, following the origin and discovery of Mr. Boils by Nurse Diane.
The second tale takes off on the Daytona Cruise ship in a Doohow-esque fashion following accountant Fred Benjamin as he experiences what may be called the worst cruise of all time.
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Check out Clarence's latest story "Desolate" featured in The First Stain anthology by Inked In Gray @
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May 22, 2020
Chapter 2 Finale: Tickets, Please!
In this Chapter 2 Finale, Clarence and Shaun discuss the projects they've been working on during quarantine, as well as how the pandemic has affected theirs and others' creative output.
A new story of creepy Ticketmen and mysterious screams onboard a transcontinental train to Moscow begins at *20:44*!
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May 19, 2020
Ep19: Magic
The Writers return with a tale of magic and magician rivalry as Timothy Buble and Jasper Marciano face off in what might prove to be Buble's final act!Support the show
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Mar 6, 2020
Ep18: Dale Doohow
In this week's episode, the Writers discuss their current and upcoming projects, both through and outside the 8Sparks mission, including a return of the 8Sparks original series The After Place, a story by Clarence called the King of Hearts, music videos in collaboration with Giffy, and of course the No Honor Among Thieves audiobook series narrated by Jean-Paul Wood of Previously Delicious!
At around the *18:55* mark, the bizarre and zany tale of a man named Dale Doohow. Obsessed with his spoons and struggling with temptation after a mysterious old man parks a beat-up Ford pickup truck in his driveway; can Dale resist the urge to see what's inside?
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Feb 28, 2020
Ep17: Shadow Creatures with Jeph Balesdent!
Jeph Balesdent of the story podcast Evenings with Jeph From Frail joins us for a conversation about his inspirations, the Canadian landscape, healthcare, and more!
At *21:38 *Jeph joins us in a terrifying story of lingering regrets and lurking shadow creatures. And of course, stay tuned after the story for a bonus conversation!
You can follow Jeph on all major podcasting platforms @ "Evenings with Jeph From Frail" including but not limited to
Spotify @
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And check out the first single from Jeph's band Frail on Spotify @
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Feb 14, 2020
Ep16: Baby Jane Doe
Due to sickness and technical difficulties, this week's story comes from the "Vault" of bonus tales told in the off hours at the 8Sparks studios. There is no conversation, there is no Mavericks. There is only the baby Jane Doe. But who is she really...Support the show
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Feb 7, 2020
Ep15: Ghost In The Walls with Keith Talbot!
The TWB artist himself, Keith Talbot, joins us for a conversation and story! At around the *17:25* mark, Keith leads the continued story of Nurse Maddison Lankey as she uncovers the mystery of the voice in the walls. But will it drive her crazy herself?
Keith's artwork can be found @
http://www.Ktalbot.co.uk
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Jan 31, 2020
Ep14: The Scroll
In this second episode of Season 2, Clarence and Shaun discuss the authors and books that inspired them, writing prompt challenges are thrown out, and the merits of literary criticisms are discussed. Keywords: H.G. Wells, Ray Bradbury, Quentin Tarantino, Cynthia Voigt.
At around the *25:05* mark, the strange tales of Maddison Lankey at Dr. Mavericks Insane Asylum continues as Nurse Lankey finds herself unraveling an ancient scroll in a spider-infested basement.Support the show
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Jan 24, 2020
Ep13: Mavericks Insane Asylum
It's the Season/Chapter 2 premiere! Clarence and Shaun discuss the editing process and their experiences with Master Class. Clarence talks about the upcoming No Honor Among Thieves audiobook, and Shaun talks about the 8Sparks Stories radio drama series.
At around the *27:25* mark, the first official story of the season begins at the spooky and infamous Mavericks Insane Asylum!
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Jan 17, 2020
Christmas Special, Part 2: Nichi & Snori
The second half of the story of elven detectives Nichi & Snori Jingle-Jarr has arrived! But first, Clarence discusses his book, No Honor Among Thieves, and the planned sequel, while Shaun gives some updates on where to find his latest rap album, Verse 30: Long Story Short. See links below! And our Writers discuss the wonderful narration and sounds of Previously Delicious!
Check out streamer and audiobook narrator Previously Delicious on his YouTube channel @:
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Stream/download the latest Critic The Rapper album, Verse 30: Long Story Short on Bandcamp @:
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Dec 26, 2019
Christmas Special, Part 1: Trouble On Candy Cane Lane
A day late but better late than never! Our Christmas Special has been split into two parts since the story ran a lot longer than we had anticipated, but part 2 will come complete with a New Years theme.
In this week's conversation, Clarence and Shaun discuss their year's-end projects and give out their proper shoutouts to those have helped out throughout season 1 (see links below).
At *27:30* we begin part 1 of our tale from the North Pole on Candy Cane Lane, where hardened elf detective, Nichi, alongside his annoyingly over spirited partner, Snori Jingle Jarr, investigate a murder that leads them right up to the storefront of a Jimminy Jolly James.
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And on Spotify.
Jeph Balesdent from the Evenings With Jeph From Frail podcast, o…
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Nov 29, 2019
Chapter 1 Finale: Pocket Trolls with KC Johnston!
The season/chapter finale is here! On tonight's episode of The Writers Block, we chat with audiobook narrator and writer KC Johnston of the Storytale Podcast and Odd Portal Studio!
At the *19:00 *minute mark, KC Johnston joins us in our usual shenanigans as we improvise a tale of a Sheriff Were-hog, a half-fey girl and a miniature (officially "Pocket") troll called Milferd!
At the *40:30 *mark, join us for our first post-story conversation!
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Nov 22, 2019
Ep9: Moon Matters/Instructor General Gerber, Part 2
Clarence and Shaun discuss their writing process (typing vs. handwriting), fancy fonts, and Shaun talks about his latest short story. Clarence goes into detail about how he met audiobook narrator KC Johnston (next week's guest!) and at the *18:10* mark, our first "official" guest, erotica writer Wolfgang Domino, joins in for a few words!
At the *22:55* mark, the squirrelly tale of naval officers Frederick, Hubits and Instructor General Gerber continues as Fredericks' past is made clear amidst an ambush on a Russinnian moonbase!
(shoutout to Brain Emery btw just because!)Support the show
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Nov 15, 2019
Ep8: Instructor General Gerber
In this week's episode: a brief rant about Robert Downey Jr., we discuss the obstacles faced by female pilots in aviation history as depicted in Keith O'Brien's book Fly Girls, and Clarence discusses his three "humps" to being a writer/artist.
At around *23:40* we jump into our first story in the military/sci-fi genre, a tale of two naval officer en route to Paris during a future war against the Russians over the moon! Support the show
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Nov 8, 2019
Ep7: Jimmy Eagle, Part 2
In this week's episode, Clarence takes third place in a contest, Shaun returns from the dentist, and the Fast & Furious is NOT REAL (damn you, Hollywood!). At *20:50 *the story of Jimmy Eagle and his journey to find the legendary Bobby Wings brings us to the mountains of Mongolia, where a dark secret is revealed and Jimmy learns the hard lesson that heroes are not always who they seem to be...
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Nov 1, 2019
Ep6: Jimmy Eagle, Part 1
NOTE* for the next three episodes, our sound quality dips as a result of some technical difficulties. The stories themselves remain our passion though so we have decided to run with the tales we have already recorded. Please forgive us!
In this episode, we discuss the editing process for publication, I go into detail about my various projects including 8Sparks Media, and we talk a little about our in-house artist, Keith Talbot and his VR/art/3D printing ventures. At around the *15:30 *mark* *we jump into the first part of our first two-part episode, an epic about two legendary aviators and their journey to ever greater heights!
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Oct 25, 2019
Ep5: Werewolf
The Writers are back on the Block with a special Halloween-edition episode! Our conversation explores Clarence's upcoming story, No Honor Among Thieves, the pros and cons of writing local, and copyright laws. At the *19:30* mark, a brand new story begins. And it's gonna be spooky ridiculous!
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Oct 18, 2019
Ep4: Time Sphere
In this week's episode, our Writers discuss binge reading, stories and characters that never end (Wizard of Oz, Sherlock Holmes), and Clarence sheds some light on his recent experience with a case of imposter syndrome. At the *15:20* mark, we jump into our fourth story of the season, about a man on the brink of insanity, and his maniacal mission to construct a time machine! Support the show
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Oct 11, 2019
Ep3: Robby Roy Robinson
In this episode we discuss Salem, Pokemon Go and standup comedians. At the 20:35 mark we jump into our third story of the season about potato farmers, backstabbing friends and a plot to murder the abusive Mr. Jenkins. Happy listening!Support the show
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Oct 4, 2019
Ep2: Goonies Never Say Die
In this week's episode of The Writers Block, an earthquake leads to an epic alien invasion that threatens the world and the love of young Hiraldo Jackson's life, his teacher Ms. Myers. Official story begins after our usual bit of conversation at the 9:30 mark.
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Sep 27, 2019
The Pilot Episode/Suitcase Bomb
Our first official game of storytelling begins after the conversation at the *15:15* mark!
In this episode we introduce ourselves, lay out the rules of the Writers Block game, and dive headlong into our first ridiculous story, about a man named Marty who must deliver a suitcase bomb he is not supposed to get wet. Can he complete this simple task? Find out for yourself in this week's 8Sparks Media production of The Writers block!Support the show
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