Calmness, Courage, and Duty by John Irving Clark

In his gorgeously understated short story, John Irving Clark quietly challenges the British myth of Keep Calm and Carry On. Set in England between WWI and WWII, a family with four sons struggles with the aftermath of war and the high stakes test of a coming war. Join JW and Becky as they learn about John’s varied publishing career of both poetry and fiction, his early life teaching English and his turn in a radio drama. And yes, there are still writers who crank out their first drafts in longhand - learn the secrets! If you’d like to read John’s poignant story or learn more about his useful writing tips, head over to Etched Onyx Magazine at www.onyxpublications.com. All audio and story material are copyright 2025, all rights reserved.