November 18th 2024, I was joined by John Goodwin, President of Galaxy Press and host of the Writers & Illustrators of the Future Podcast. With decades of experience in the publishing industry since 1986, John has played a pivotal role in nurturing creative talent and has also been deeply involved in the Hollywood community. He’s served as a Board Member for the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, Friends of Hollywood Central Park (a visionary project to build a 38-acre park over the Hollywood Freeway), and as President of the legendary Hollywood Christmas Parade. As the driving force behind Galaxy Press, John oversees the publication of fiction works by the late L. Ron Hubbard, as well as the celebrated Writers & Illustrators of the Future Anthology. The Writers & Illustrators of the Future Contest has become a global platform for aspiring writers and illustrators, helping countless creative individuals launch their careers in science fiction and fantasy. With quarterly contests, extensive workshops, and prizes for writers and illustrators, this initiative has created a thriving community of emerging talent. Winners are invited to attend an immersive week-long workshop in Hollywood and their work is also published in the annual Writers & Illustrators of the Future Anthology. In this conversation, we dive into John’s incredible career, the evolution of Writers & Illustrators of the Future, and how the contest continues to empower creative individuals worldwide. Whether you’re an aspiring writer, illustrator, or just a fan of sci-fi and fantasy, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration. To enter the Writers of the Future Contest (free), visit https://writersofthefuture.com. The contest is open year-round, with quarterly submission periods as follows: 1st Quarter: October 1 – December 31 2nd Quarter: January 1 – March 31 3rd Quarter: April 1 – June 30 4th Quarter: July 1 – September 30 Don't miss your chance to showcase your talent and be part of this prestigious platform for aspiring writers and illustrators! Learn more about Galaxy Press and the Writers & Illustrators of the Future Contest at https://galaxypress.com/