Alexander Simmons

Alex Simmons is an award-winning freelance writer of, comic book creator, screenplays; as well as a playwright, teaching artist, and creative consultant. He’s written for Disney Books, Penguin Press, Simon and Schuster, DC, Marvel/Titan, and Archie Comics. Simmons is the creator of the acclaimed adventure comic book series, Blackjack. He has also helped develop concepts and scripts for film and animation studios.

As a teaching artist Simmons has created and taught writing and creative arts workshops for students and educators in the US, West Indies, Africa, and Europe.

Simmons has served on panels, and delivered lectures on children’s entertainment mediums, as well as empowering young people through the arts. His clients range from Penguin-Random House to the New York Film Academy.

Simmons founded the annual family event, Kids Comic Con, as well as three comic arts exhibits, which have traveled abroad. He is currently developing a comics and creative arts program for children in the U.S., Europe, Africa, and India.

Simmons has been a member of arts and education boards for the New York State Alliance for Arts Education, the Department for Cultural Affairs, the Africa Cartoon Centre, and Reading With Pictures. He has been a panelist at many literacy and arts events, and a guest speaker at numerous colleges and educational institutions here and abroad.

Simmons offers numerous writing tips and interviews with co-host Christopher Ryan, in their podcast series, "Tell The Damn Story." Available on Apple Podcast, Anchor FM, Spotify and more.