The Carcosa Interview: Alex Simmons

I am forever indebted to writer Chris Ryan for introducing me to the works of Alex Simmons. I first came to see his work in the mini series BATMAN: ORPHEUS RISING. Simmons has a writing style that sets the reader in the heart of the genre be it noir, street level grit or action adventure. Simmons is well known for his own comic book creation BLACKJACK as well as contributing to Archie Comics, DC Comics and did we mention writing 3 novelizations for Disney and being a playwright? How about that he is also a guest speaker holding workshops geared toward teachers and children? Basically there ain’t nothing new under the galaxy for Alex Simmons folks. This interview is one we are high excited to have here on the site. Black Nerd Problems: Mr. Simmons I thank you again for agreeing to do this interview. I know you ride hard for diversity in comic books as well as being a big contributor to the field of education through teaching. That being said lets jump right into it! Did you consider yourself a nerd growing up? If so, at what point in your life did you realize this about yourself and what was it that brought you to that realization? Alex: Hahahahaha! Nerd had a slightly different meaning back then. It basically applied to one who wore horn-rim glasses, possibly with a piece of tape holding the middle together. You wore high water pants, were awkward around girls, and usually were a whiz in school. Possibly even teacher’s Pet. I was only 2 out of 5. Reading comics and liking an…