# "Detecting" a New Novel With Alex R. Johnson

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Podcast: [Washington Square On Air](https://stenobird.com/podcast/washington-square-on-air-6301336)
Published: 2025-07-29T17:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://washington-square-on-air.captivate.fm
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## Resource

Screenwriter turned novelist, New York native Alex R Johnson chats with Washington Square Review editor, Melissa Ford Lucken. Johnson, who wrote his first novel, Brooklyn Motto after establishing himself as a film writer, reveals hidden truths about being a working screen writer and reflects on how life’s turning points can motivate creativity. Alex on Instagram Alex on Bluesky Alex’s book’s website Alex’s film website _________________________ Website: Washington Square Review Melissa's Website: Adventures in MFALand Facebook: Melissa Ford Lucken Instagram: Melissa Ford Lucken

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