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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Chap34: Detective Nova, Part 2: Conflagration [sci-fi]

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01/23/21 • 46 min

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.
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or on Facebook @:
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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/

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Christmas Special 2: The Great Narwhal Hunt [fantasy]

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12/24/20 • 38 min

'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
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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 Celebrates Songkran @
https://www.amazon.com/Koala-Celebrates-Songkran-Thailand/dp/B08F7S5LNH/

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DOUBLE FEATURE 2: Hovercar 2050/Big Bomb Billy [sci-fi/western]

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09/25/20 • 37 min

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 Songkran @
https://www.amazon.com/Koala-Celebrates-Songkran-Thailand/dp/B08F7S5LNH/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=3E3U4HN0P1WGV&dchild=1&keywords=koala+celebrates+songkran&qid=1601065603&sprefix=koala+cele%2Caps%2C186&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyS0VJRFhYM1g5RUE5JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTQ3MTk4MzJOT0I0Rks0UFBYViZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwOTM0MDAzMko5N1NaVFRFRTZIVCZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=
And check out his story "Hall of Justice" in the 1st Degree anthology @
https://www.amazon.com/1st-Degree-Breaking-Publishing-Proje

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Chap14: The Scroll [horror]

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02/01/20 • 38 min

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.

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Chap67: Dancing Shoes with Chris Clawson! [adventure]

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04/25/24 • 67 min

Publisher, author and dancer, Christopher Clawson joins us for a conversation and story in this week's episode of The Writers Block Podcast!
At around 32:54, we jump into the story of a family vacation thwarted, and a boy that just wants to dance.
Stick around after the story for a bonus convo!
Check out all of Chris's work @
https://www.christophereclawson.com/#/
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Christo...
/ c3christopherclawsoncompany

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Chap45: Road Trip (uncut) [horror]

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09/29/22 • 28 min

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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Chap43: Lake Lust (uncut) [comedy]

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09/21/22 • 23 min

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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Chap40: Double Dale with Lou J Berger! [sci-fi]

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08/06/21 • 59 min

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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Chap39: The Pumpkin People with Keith Talbot again! [horror]

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08/01/21 • 36 min

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 8Sparks website @
https://www.8sparksmedia.com/

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Chap61: Body in the Bayou [crime/suspense]

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03/09/24 • 25 min

A RIDICULOUS AI SUMMARY: "Imagine walking the storied streets of New Orleans, where every shadow whispers tales of temptation and redemption. This week, we're peeling back the layers of this enigmatic city, following the footsteps of Detective Jade as he teeters on the brink of a life-altering decision. Haunted by the ghost of his past, Jade finds solace in the companionship of a stray pug and the echoes of his former life beckon him towards the badge he once wore with pride. But it’s not just Jade’s story that will pull you into the luminous glow of the neon lights; an ex-addict wrestling with the siren song of 'just one more' mirrors the city’s own struggle against the night.
Strap in as we ride shotgun with Detective Bailey, navigating the unpredictable and often humorous side of law enforcement. You're invited to witness a slice of life from the Big Easy that's as spicy and unexpected as a bowl of gumbo. From the quirkiness of a birthday suit-clad man in the swamp to the palpable pull of New Orleans' nightlife, this episode is a jambalaya of human complexity and the surreal moments that officers face beneath the Crescent City moon. So, pour yourself a drink (or don't, if you're fighting demons of your own), and let's take a detour into the lives of those who patrol the fine line between duty and desire."

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How many episodes does The Writers Block have?

The Writers Block currently has 69 episodes available.

What topics does The Writers Block cover?

The podcast is about New, Fiction, Comedy Fiction, Game, Drama, Writers, Funny, Author, Improv, Storytelling, Comedy, Podcasts, Sci Fi and Audiobook.

What is the most popular episode on The Writers Block?

The episode title 'Chap44: The Fellowship of the LARP (uncut) [comedy]' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Writers Block?

The average episode length on The Writers Block is 43 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Writers Block released?

Episodes of The Writers Block are typically released every 7 days, 2 hours.

When was the first episode of The Writers Block?

The first episode of The Writers Block was released on Sep 28, 2019.

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