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Here's a question for you, Reader...

"What or who determines our writer's voice?"

In the early 50s, books and films reflected society in the aftermath of WW 2.
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From the late 50s into the 60s, with Russia’s Sputnik and the US Space program in the air, aliens and radiation became popular topics. It was the Atomic Age. After all, we had dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. And thus, radiation became a much more familiar word in common Society.
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That time also saw the rise of human rights, including race, gender, and religion. And once again, our books, films, and plays told those tales.

It gave us the film birth of JAMES BOND. One of the longest-running film franchises in the industry. Dr. No (1963). Followed by From Russia With Love (1964) and Thunderball (1965). In total, 27 films between 1964 and 2023.
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The 70s through the 90s perpetuated massive change in sciences, global awareness, family structures, and technology (which has its own separate compartment in the sciences).
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All the time, writers were plying their trade, chronicling or foretelling the path we were treading. Tales about the "hero’s journey," from "Sounder" to "Saving Private Ryan" to "Avengers Endgame."
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Whether educating or entertaining, stories influence our impressions of life as we live it. Yes, we will tell tales of darkness and despair.
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But I believe a steady diet of this sedates our belief that love, kindness, tolerance, and positive outcomes are not only possible … but that they are indeed a part of everyday life.
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As you put pen to paper and fingers to keys, give some thought to the message you’re sending and the influence. Question your message and your motives.
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I’m seeking some balance in mine.
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And in the case of the children’s projects I work on, my mission is to bring as much hope and positive inspiration as possible. Many of them need that more now than ever.
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Of course, we may disagree on some or all of this. I’m just asking that you give it some deep thought.

Enjoy.

Best,
​Alex Simmons

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