Engage in an illuminating conversation with acclaimed writer Greg Burnham, known for his captivating Tuskegee Heirs comic series and author of two notable children's books, "Broken Glass" and "Grandpa's Shoes."
In this inspiring episode, we delve into:
- Greg's fascinating journey in the world of comics and writing. His inspirations and motivations behind pursuing this creative career.
- The conceptualization process behind his work. We learn about the diverse characters Greg creates and understand the importance of representation in his storytelling.
- The hurdles Greg has encountered in his career and his methodologies to overcome them. Greg also shares insightful advice for upcoming writers who may face similar challenges.
- The impact of platforms like Awesome Con on creators. We discuss how such platforms offer an opportunity to showcase work, interact with fans, and connect with the community.
- Greg's approach to preparing for Awesome Con and the convention season. He shares his strategies for ensuring a successful and engaging experience for himself and his fans.
- A sneak peek into Greg's exciting upcoming projects and collaborations. We also learn about his dream project that he wishes to undertake in the future.
This episode is a must-listen for comic enthusiasts, aspiring writers, and anyone intrigued by the creative process behind compelling storytelling.
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Awesome Con is Washington DCβs Comic Con! Awesome Con is a celebration of geek culture, bringing over 70,000 fans together with their favorite stars from across comics, movies, television, toys, games, and more! And just like DC, weβre smart, family-friendly, and inclusive β as Awesome Con is home to:
- The Science Fair, an area of Awesome Con exploring where science and science fiction meet!
- The Book Fair, an area of Awesome Con dedicated to authors and book dragons alike!
- Awesome Con Jr, an all-ages destination for the next generation of fans
- Pride Alley, a celebration of queer creators and fans curated by GeeksOUT
Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:
- Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
- Edited by Daniel Alexis
- Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor
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