Show Notes
Desperate to salvage his fledgling career, Dahl makes a radical pivot and submits a children's story to his publisher. It's a massive gamble, and it fails spectacularly. His personal life implodes soon after. But from the wreckage of everything he's lost, Dahl discovers greater success than he’s ever known before. Enjoyed the show? Join the list to hear what Aaron's got next, before anyone else: https://www.listentoparallax.com/contact Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretworldpod/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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