Max Allan Collins on Storytelling, Legacy, and a Life in Crime Fiction

Clay Stafford interviews legendary mystery writer Max Allan Collins about his prolific career. Their conversation explores his collaborations with Mickey Spillane, his work on Dick Tracy and Ms. Tree, and how his storytelling has evolved across decades of writing.

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