The Writers Block

Narrator, author, and an 8Sparks Stories legend, Danielle Muething, joins us for a conversation and story. Danielle talks about how she got into narrating and the recent release of her first book, a spooky YA story about a sorority of vampires. At around 13:44 Danielle joins us in a fully improvised tale about two sisters trapped in a stadium full of vampiric fangirls, transformed by the sinister sounds of the blood-thirsty boy band, Bro Band.Stick around after the conversation (around 36:04) for a bonus convo where we try to guess each other's secret words and Danielle talks a little more about what she's been up to.You can follow Danielle on TikTok @https://www.tiktok.com/@daniellemnarrateshttps://www.tiktok.com/@daniellemwritesOn her website @https://daniellemuething.wixsite.com/mysite/copy-of-narrator-pageOn Facebook @https://www.facebook.com/dmnarratesand on linktree @https://linktr.ee/daniellemuethingSupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

5/13/24 • 52:43

Fresh off our first big con (as 8Sparks), we discuss the ups and downs of the Maine Comic & Toy Con, shoutout some new friends, and Clarence vents over issues with IngramSparks and Amazon's KDP. At around 33:01  we jump into a brand new fully improvised horror tale, based on an idea Clarence has been carrying around for a few months now. The story follows a prostitute named Chloe who finds herself fighting for her life against a ghoulish creature called Lenny.Support the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

4/29/24 • 58:02

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  Support the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

4/25/24 • 67:24

KC just wants his prize-winning photograph, until a hurricane brings in a mothman creature that threatens to thwart his photographic pursuits...along with his life! But maybe his new friend, Brad can help...Support the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

4/23/24 • 24:47

Narrator Conor Lewis joins us for a conversation and a brand new fully improvised tale featuring dinosaurs, megalodons and rowdy pub crawling portal hoppers. STORY STARTS AROUND 15:40. You won't want to miss this one!You can find Conor @https://www.tiktok.com/@conorlewisvohttps://www.instagram.com/conorlewisvo/http://conorlewisvo.carrd.co/Support the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

4/15/24 • 36:46

Clarence talks BookTok, screenwriting, a recent publication (Quiet Desperation in the Bad Spirits anthology), and his upcoming novel, A Girl Named Mishka. Shaun talks TWB trading cards (events/Patreon exclusive), and the Writers have another local event as well as the upcoming Maine Comic & Toy Convention (April 19-21 in Portland, Maine). The Writers also now have a Patreon! Become a patron today for exclusive content and early releases:https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMedia/postsAt around 28:28, the Writers jump into a brand new tale about a dystopian future where nightmares are created by a vengeful witch and only the children are spared with good dreams.Check out Clarence's "Quiet Desperation" in the Bad Spirits anthology:https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Spirits-Clay-Vermulm-ebook/dp/B0CTNDC52J/Find Shaun's "All Dolled Up" in the Mystic Minds #7 issue, published by Kirin Comicshttps://www.patreon.com/collection/31691?view=expandedSupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

4/7/24 • 56:55

The official 8Sparks Media Patreon is back! Clarence and Shaun discuss the tiers of the new Patreon page, which include shoutouts, TWB characters named after patrons, exclusive and early TWB and 8Sparks Stories episodes, and more to come!In some more serious news, a fellow local writer, Robert Rumery, could really use some help. We're including a link here to his gofundme page to help pay for medical expenses:https://www.gofundme.com/f/robert-rumery-with-medical-and-living-expenses?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet-first-launch&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebookAt around 34:34, Detective Jade's recent adventures in "Body in the Bayou" concludes in this fully improvised finale. Support the Show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMedia Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialSupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

3/21/24 • 62:13

Clarence discusses a fundraiser for a fellow writer on Tiktok. Shaun goes into detail about his newest rap review podcast, co-hosted by James Shannon of Blare Radio. And the writers discuss the pitfalls of being a creator in the age of social media, and the constant war with algorithms.At around 42:40, the latest Detective Jade tale continues in Part 2 of "Bodies in the Bayou." The plot thickens in this week's fully improvised tale as Jade and Detective Bailey uncover some more sinister, and perhaps satanic, elements of the murders around downtown New Orleans.Support the Show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMedia Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialSupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

3/11/24 • 66:43

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."Support the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

3/9/24 • 25:26

Clarence gets a story accepted to one of his favorite horror podcasts, and talks about his new children's book, The Pie Eating Contest (out now!) Shaun has a new western rap out and has recently rejoined TikTok!At around 29:35, the writers improvise a brand new horror story featuring the Androscoggin Scrog monster. A young woman preparing for an open mic rescues a man with a blue gem from the Androscoggin river. She soon finds the gem holds powers beyond her wildest dreams, but there may still be others that want it...Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialSupport the showSupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

2/29/24 • 51:52

"Saddle up for a heart-stopping ride into the dark corners of the illegal gambling world with Pearl, our resident pool hustler whose knack for the game lands her in a heap of trouble. When a high-stakes loss leaves her ducking and diving from vindictive pool sharks, salvation comes from a shadowy benefactor with enigmatic motives. This episode stitches together a narrative rife with desperate gambits, supernatural patrons, and the gritty truth that every choice has its price. Exposing the underbelly of a world where debts are settled in more than just currency, we invite you to experience a story where the supernatural mingles with the spin of the cue ball.As Pearl dodges danger at every turn, she stumbles upon Timothy Buble who's tangled up with a dark figure in a soul-swapping bind that pulls Pearl into a chilling game of predator and prey. We'll unwrap the layers of this otherworldly standoff, exploring what it means to dance with the devil and walk away defiant. Witness the intense collision of courage and corruption in an episode that promises to leave you questioning the very nature of fate and free will. With stakes this high, every player is all in. Join us to see if Pearl can break free or if she's destined to be another pawn in this treacherous game."Support the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

2/24/24 • 32:32

Becky Kilimnik returns with cohost of the Homespun Haints podcast, Diana Doty, on this week's episode of The Writers Block! We discuss banjos, nsfw toys, ghost stories (of course), and haunted locations, as well as Diana's experiences learning Chinese, and our impressions of the show Lovecraft Country. At  around 25:13 Becky and Diana join the Writers for a new fully improvised tale about a man who finds himself trapped in a room with a giant baby and a creature with an abnormally long tongue.And stay tuned after the story where we'll guess each other's words and continue our conversation about all things paranormal!Follow Homespun Haints on their website @https://homespunhaints.com/Where you will also find links to their Facebook, Instagram, X, Pinterest & YouTube accounts!Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialFollow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbotAnd on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotographySupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

2/15/24 • 66:06

Fellow Maine horror writer, Duane Coffill, joins the Writers this week to talk about his process for writing novels, his passion for cosplay (especially as Pennywise the clown), a con encounter with the Terrifier, and plans for the future with his very own Tucker Falls Publishing.At around 43:30, Duane joins us in a hilarious (and fully improvised) tale about three people visited by giant forest creatures (and aliens!) in their house in the middle of the woods.Stay up to date with Duane Coffill @http://www.horrorwriterduanecoffill.com/https://www.facebook.com/horrorwriterduaneecoffillhttp://twitter.com/DuaneECoffillBrought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.com Stay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialFollow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbotAnd on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotographySupport the showSupport the showSupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

2/7/24 • 78:55

Clarence is taking ice baths, Shaun is doing more rap collaborations. The Writers also discuss slasher films and dive into critiques of Clarence's latest short stories.At around 47:30, a brand new fully improvised tale begins, about some friends and an ex scientist that enter their ragtag mech into the Mech Battle League.Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014Stay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialFollow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbotAnd on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotographySupport the showSupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

2/3/24 • 82:49

Shaun talks about his latest sprawling story rap, Clarence gives us some updates on upcoming interviews and readings. The writers also discuss the process of adapting stories to audio drama, and writing slasher film scripts.At around 27:07, a tale of horror begins as two friends discover the horrifying secrets hidden within the old abandoned Filch mansion.Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/Stay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialFollow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbotAnd on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotographySupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

1/23/24 • 57:34

A woman finds herself framed for a murder she did not commit in this latest fully improvised tale from The Writers Block. Brought to you for the first time by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/Stay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialFollow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbotAnd on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotographySupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

11/13/23 • 34:18

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.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialFollow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbotAnd on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotographySupport the showSupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

11/13/23 • 30:46

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/1361362Stay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialSupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

11/12/23 • 19:47

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_sharingCheck out the latest 8Sparks Stories @https://www.buzzsprout.com/1361362Stay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialFollow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbotAnd on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotographySupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

11/6/23 • 56:41

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 showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

10/29/23 • 66:43

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.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialFollow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtSatation @https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbotAnd on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotographySupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

10/23/23 • 56:49

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.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialFollow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbotAnd on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotographySupport the showSupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

9/9/23 • 65:45

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.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialFollow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbotAnd on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotographySupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

8/3/23 • 62:56

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.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficialFollow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtStation @https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbotAnd on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotographySupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

7/20/23 • 97:19

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! Support the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

9/29/22 • 28:23

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/keithtalbotAnd on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotography Support the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

9/26/22 • 23:37

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 . . .Support the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

9/21/22 • 23:46

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.comhttps://twitter.com/kcjohnstonreadshttps://www.facebook.com/KCJohnstonCreates/And on TikTok @ kcandtheoddportalFollow our artist, Keith Talbot, on ArtSatation @https://www.artstation.com/keithtalbotAnd on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/KTArtAndPhotographySupport the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

8/27/21 • 45:04

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/zackandaaronOn Instagram @:https://www.instagram.com/zackandaaron/On Twitch @:https://www.twitch.tv/zackandaaronAnd 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=1Support the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

8/13/21 • 45:13

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.comAnd be sure to follow him  today, on Facebook and/or Twitter @ LouJBerger !!Support the showSupport the show on our Patreon @https://www.patreon.com/8SparksMediaFollow us on YouTube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8_1YUBI_RgCsA85K2UTAPg?sub_confirmation=1Brought to you by NerdCore at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.nerdcoremaine.com/And R Card Place, also at the Auburn Mallhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094014247014AndAnd Mark Nigro Services @mnigroservices@gmail.comStay up to date with Clarence Carter @https://www.clarencecarterauthor.com/And Shaun J. Nigro @http://www.shaunjnigro.comFollow The Writers Block on Meta @https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockofficial

8/6/21 • 59:08