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This week we explore the world, discovery writing and how capitalism ruins everything..My next guest is writes across genres and is a 2x nominee for the Indie Ink Awards, author Jalen Ellis! Where would you like to be found on the internet? Website: https://www.jalentellisbooks.com/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@jalentellisofficial IG: https://www.instagram.com/jalentellisofficial/ 2:12 When d...

This week we meet Jordan Hampton, author of The Word of Y’Neshu, where we talk about the importance of research, the influences on his work and a new show record is set!  All that and more, so stick around and see what else Demond Does. Where would you like to be found on the internet? IG: @mrhauthor authorjordanhampton.com 1:55 When did you know you wanted to become a writer? It just happened How...

This week we get to meet Sylvester Barzey, award winning horror author.  We talk about Sisterly love, a family of scaredy cats, and how can you have a conversation with a horror author without The Twilight Zone!  All that and more, so stick around and see what Demond Does.  DJ PRhyme, play the music. Where would you like to be found on the internet? https://bio.site/Sylvesterbarzey IG @sylvesterba...

This week I get to chat it up with Barakah J Smith, author of Vengeance Has No Sound, and we talk about everything from marketing, eating wings, AND there’s some D&D nerd talk too. Where would you like to be found on the internet? IG: https://www.instagram.com/smithbarakah FB:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100032450392278 2:16 When did you know you wanted to become a writer? Lifetim...

This week we’re meeting author Torrie Q Jones.  We’re chop it up about Harlem Seafood, having a Day of Reflection and her fantasy series Reborn: The Book Series.  Where would you like to be found on the internet? Rebornthebookseries.com 2:25 When did you know you wanted to become a writer? Early reading wanting representation Reborn: Sun and Luck 6:00 What do you wish you had known when you had st...

This week we get to meet Brianna Ari, Author of Aeon Flame, and trombone player.  We discuss writing as flirting, writing as therapy and discovering hidden talents for Legacy Day.  All that and more, so stick around and see what else Demond Does.  DJ Prhyme, play the music Where would you like to be found on the internet? Threads Pinterest Facebook Instagram   2:45 When did you know you wanted to...

This week we talk with author and blerd EA Noble.  We talk about building community, the importance of creating in this time, and plus sized superheroes.  Where would you like to be found on the internet? Facebook Instagram TikTok Threads Substack https://eanoble.substack.com/ 3:11 When did you know you wanted to become a writer? She’s always been “Telling Stories” The Boys + BBW = Supersized Bubb...

La Purvis writes about Black women who are awkward, romantic, & a little bit chaotic. She's a freelance copyeditor and spends her time getting lost in anime and kdramas, studying new languages, and learning how to sew. We talk about dungeons and dragons, diving down rabbit holes and embracing the weird.  Where would you like to be found on the internet? @purviswrites on Instagram, Threads, &am...

This week our guest is award winning comic writer Christyle. We chop it up about his newest Kickstarter, making his child’s first comic book and the importance of why as an artist.   Where would you like to be found on the internet? Instagram Threads Linktree 3:02 When did you know you wanted to become a writer? Dormant Powers Dream Match Revolution Kickstarter Wrestling Fan 9:33 What do you wish...

This week we get to meet an aspiring game developer, writer and cartoonist, Mega Nerd Greg Diggs! .  We learn more about how how easy it is to get your projects into stores, art events, and the most Dank-tastic Burger.   Where would you like to be found on the internet? IG: @gregdiggs_comics Threads: @gregdiggs_comics 2:36 When did you know you wanted to get into comics? Created for the kids 6:08...

This week our guest is author and podcaster, C M Lockhart. We chop it up about the importance of community, cultures and celebrating everyday black people.   Where would you like to be found on the internet? IG @CLockhartWrite   Threads @CLockhartWrite , @melaninlibrary Tiktok @CLockhartWrite Blusky https://bsky.app/profile/clockhartwrite.bsky.social 3:15 When did you know you wanted to become a w...

This week our guest is Army Vet, Martina Sneed, here to talk about her new novel The Inkslinger. We also  talk about legacy, how community and art interact and the focus on the journey. Where would you like to be found on the internet? IG @official_MMSneed  Tiktok @official_MMSneed 2:00 When did you know you wanted to become a writer? Legacy  5:10 What do you wish you had known when you had starte...

This week we have a conversation with Malcolm McFadden, the creator and writer of SixFifteen Comics. We talk about how his experiences inform his writing, the importance of patience and leaving your mark on the world.  All that and more so stick around and see what else Demond Does.   Where would you like to be found on the internet? Instagram @sixfifteencomics .  Website: sixfifteencomics.com 2:0...

This week we sit down with GE Moore, author of Bealz Prince of the South Side.  We chop it up about how he created the mythology of the book, how an unusual teaching strategy got him writing AND Black Men Read.   Where he wants found on the Internet www.gemoorethewriter.com Bealz Prince of the Southside https://a.co/d/3a1m6lF The Wayward Home For Retired Superheroes: Updated Edition https://a.co/d...

This week we get to hear from Michael Driver, author of the King of the Block book series. We talk about his current curiosity rabbit hole, his unique writing process and just how vast the Indie Writing Community is.  Stick around and find out more of what Demond Does.   Where he wants to be found on the internet Instagram @mikedriverauthor Threads @mikedriverauthor Twitter @MikeGDriver  TikTok @m...

This week’s guest is a perfect example of what I’d like to show to be.  I met Tatiana Obey (pronounced oh-bi’) at Gen Con and bought a couple of her Champloo Mix books and now my new friend is here to talk about her journey to courage, the upfront costs of indie publishing, and acts of resistance.  Where she would like to be found on the Internet?  Website: tatianaobey.com 2:56 When did you know y...

This week we have a conversation with creative, Gary Jones, the creator of Divergent Comics. We talk about his relatively late start into the fandom AND the business of comics. We also talk about vetting artists and the upcoming football season. Where would you like to be found on the Internet?  Threads https://www.threads.com/@gmtj2k Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GMTJ4g IG https://www.instagr...

This week we have a conversation with creative, Dre Fire.  We talk about his new comic, Black Son, which feels like Quantum Leap with the added seasoning of beating up Nazis, Hollywood’s broken promises and Black People superpowers. Where he wants found on the Internet Prophecy comics in twitter or my page on Threads Webpage: https://prophecy-comics.jimdosite.com/ Twitter: https://x.com/Prophecy_C...

This week we have a rapper go from being highjacked by his musical family to currently experiencing a Rebirth, to The most controversial  new holiday in this show's history with rapper/producer Action Jack. We also have a new segment! Stick around and see what Demond Does: Conversations with Creatives. Where he can be found on the Internet:  X/Twitter: @Action_Jack8 YouTube:  Action Jack https://y...

Coming from TX, TeeJay, the 1/2 Nigerian prince began making music at 5 years old and is now the leader of Master Sword Music, a collective of creatives with a shared love of video games.  When did you know you wanted to get into creating music?  Family of musicians Video game music inspiration Sonically underrated  What do you wish you had known when you had started out? Expectation  Building com...

This week we have the author of the UrbanKnights crime action thriller series, James H Roby. Not only do we get into his 7 book series, we also talk about the difference between a writer and an author, The Nature of Hate AND how to keep your peace. Where he would like to be found:  Website: authorjameshroby.com Instagram: @urbanknight Threads: @ urbanknight68   We have a quick conversation for the...

Harold Phifer is a perfect example of why I started this show. His life has taken him from MS to being an air traffic controller to spending time in Iraq and Afghanistan now he's with us as an accomplished author, and you would believe how he got there. Where he’d like to be found: Website: https://riseandread.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HaroldPhifer2024 Instagram: https://www.instagra...

Last time we talked to my next guest, he told us how he got his start writing  by making comic books as a kid and is back to complete the circle with his upcoming book Going Knowhere currently in Kickstarter Ladies, gentlemen or wherever you fit in the non binary spectrum please welcome back. Keith Gaston  Where does he want to be found? Facebook , Instagram , Threads Website: https://www.threatle...

My next guest is from Philly and speaks Mandarin.  Chinese, y’all, self-published her 1st poetry book this year and is live or die for Jamiroquai Give it up for Jay Friday Where she would like to be found on the internet:  Instagram and TikTok @tjif_artistry For jewelry Instagram @jemsbyfriday  website: thisjawnisfriday.com Q1 When did you know you wanted to be a poet?  Love of Storytelling  Flora...

Welcome to Demond Does, your nerd space safe place, I am Demond, father of 2, husband of one and leader of this here Demodcast.  Before we get started, go ahead and Like, Share and Subscribe.  Also leave a review on your favorite podcast app, so more can join the conversation. This Week in Geek: Spoiler free thoughts on Sinners Still enjoying A Blade So Black Bad Mutha Movie Club This week's entry...