William Fischer
Location
Nebraska, United States
School
University Of Nebraska-Lincoln
National University Of Ireland
Coláiste Dhúlaigh College Of Further Education
Expertise
Traditional Animation, Constitutional Monarchy, Tyrannosaurids
- In 2016, William's short story "Why Death is Silent" was the featured audio selection for Issue 53 of the e-zine Intergalactic Medicine Show.
- His animated short "What (Day)Dreams May Come" won honorable mentions at the London Movie Awards and the Tokyo Film Awards in 2022, and his short "Yekatrina: A Fairy Story" won the Gold Award at the former in 2023.
- He was the story artist and co-director for animated segments aired on RTE Jr in Ireland.
Experience
William has been chasing the dream of professional storytelling since 2013. He has short fiction credits scattered across various magazines and has written or directed ten short films and a webseries. He was a regular features writer for Collider for two years before joining Static Media. Told since childhood he was born in the wrong century, William has a large assortment of trivia on classic film and theater, world folklore, the Romantic movement, and Cretaceous dinosaurs, ready to be put to good use.
Education
William has a bachelor's degree from the Johnny Carson School of Theater and Film of UNL, a master's degree from the National University of Ireland, Galway, and a bachelor with honors from the University of Wolverhampton and Coláiste Dhúlaigh College Of Further Education.
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Stories By William Fischer
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Former President John F. Kennedy was known to enjoy various kinds of foods, and he had a particular favorite for lunch. Here's what he often ate.
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Legendary television producer Norman Lear is best known for "All in the Family." He also once paid for a copy of the Declaration of Independence.
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Aaron Goodwin is second-billed in the credits of the show "Ghost Adventures," so who exactly is he, and how did he get involved with the show?
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Teddy Roosevelt was the 26th president of the United States, and he holds an impressive record among other American heads of state. Here's what it is.
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NBA start Lorenzen Wright was missing for more than a week before he was found shot to death in a wooded area. Here's how his ex-wife lured him to his death.
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Actor Skeet Ulrich had a tragic childhood marked by divorce, constant moving, and even kidnapping. Here's the full story of the "Riverdale" alumnus.
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After former United States President George Washington died, his estate was divided up per his will. Here's who received a part of the remains.
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The Pogues' Shane MacGowan had a complicated relationship with singer-songwriter Sinead O'Connor. Here's why she once reported him to the police.
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The first five U.S. presidents were George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and James Monroe. How old were they when they took office?
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American abolitionist Harriet Tubman is often described in American history books, but the story of her child is lesser known. Here's why that's the case.
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Comedian and actor Phil Hartman died in 1998 in a murder-suicide involving his third wife, Brynn Omdahl. Here's what the horrific crime scene looked like.
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Elvis Presley was known for his love of Christmas, and those close to him knew this very well. Here's what the holiday was like at his home.
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The resurrection of Jesus Christ is a fundamental part of Christianity. But was he the only one to rise from the dead in the Bible? Here's the story.
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Former United Kingdom prime minister Winston Churchill had five children: Diana, Randolph, Sarah, Marigold, and Mary. Here's what happened to them.
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A plane flying across a clear sky sure looks to be moving slowly. Yet we know planes fly at an average speed of 575 miles per hour. So, how is this possible?
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"Making it rain" with a bunch of heavy coins isn't quite the same as it is with cash. But that's not why the U.S. stopped making the $20 coin.
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Confederate General Robert E. Lee has a complicated history as someone whose been both revered and reviled. Here's where you'll find his grave.
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There are plenty of memorable characters on Discovery's "Deadliest Catch," including Freddy Maugatai. Here's what he's been up to since his time on the show.
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Actor Kelsey Grammer has experienced a lot of tragedy in his life, including the loss of his sister, Karen. Here's the story of her brutal murder.
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Football on Thanksgiving is tradition, as is the fact that the Lions and the Cowboys each play host on the day. This is why this is, and when it all began.
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Former President Abraham Lincoln's body has been moved around a few times since his assassination in 1865. Here's where it's buried as of today.
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America's USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map got updated in 2023 for the first time since 2012. And there's a troubling reason it happened - here it is.
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Did you know that founding father Benjamin Franklin had a cherished walking stick - a gold-topped cane. Here's where you'll find the item today.
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Legendary singer-songwriter David Bowie had a very complicated relationship with his first wife, Angie. Here's the full story behind their unique bond.
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John F. Kennedy was rumored to have had affairs with many prominent women, including actress Audrey Hepburn. Here's what we know about their alleged fling.
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Actor Cary Grant had a sharp business acumen that earned him a great deal of financial success. Here's who inherited his money after he died.
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Napoleon Bonaparte's wife, Empress Josephine Bonaparte, gained a reputation for her lavish spending during her time in power. Here's the whole story.