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Writers of the Future Podcast

John Goodwin
Writers Of the Future Contest
Science Fiction
Writers Of the Future
Fantasy
Self-Publishing
Artificial Intelligence
Writing
L. Ron Hubbard
Publishing Industry
Publishing
World Building
Indie Publishing
Creative Writing
Storytelling
Book Marketing
Editing
Traditional Publishing
NASA
Star Wars
Writing Process

Providing writing and illustrating tips and advice from Contest Judges, Winners and industry professionals for writers and artists, along with needed inspiration to keep on going! Based on the world-famous Writers of the Future Contest created in 1983 by L. Ron Hubbard.

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Ted Olczak, president of Printed Word Reviews, offers invaluable insights into the competitive world of independent publishing. The discussion dives into the strategic importance of literary awards and book reviews. Ted shares expert guidance on navi... more

From Power Rangers to bestselling novels, Neo Edmund shares how he overcame Hollywood development hell, built a writing career through indie publishing, and proves that compelling story always outweighs perfect prose. Essential listening for aspiring... more

Alex Shvartsman’s newest release, “The Best of All Possible Planets,” reads as a homage to Voltaire’s “Candide,” a satire of philosopher Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, invoked whenever characters face horrific events to highlight the absurdity of ignorin... more

Owen Cotter is a radio host and on-camera presenter. He has appeared on major media such as ESPN, VH1, SiriusXM, Real Scene TV, and William Shatner’s My Outer Space TV. He is also the owner of SciFiction.com, the Hugo- and Nebula-award-winning SciFi ... more

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Neo Edmund
Writer and creator of The Tale of Red Writing series
Independent author; Storm King Comics collaborator
Episode: 391. Neo Edmund: Story First, Success Follows for Writers
Alex Shvartsman
SF and fantasy satire and comedic author
Author of The Best of All Possible Planets
Episode: 390. Alex Shvartsman Discusses Creating Comedic Space Opera
Owen Cotter
Radio host, producer, and on-camera presenter
SciFiTrending News
Episode: 389. Owen Cotter, Host of SciFiction.com for SciFi Trending News
Paige Allen
Director of the IngramSpark program
IngramSpark
Episode: 388. Director of IngramSpark, Paige Allen, Discusses Self-Publishing
Sarah Bean
Marketing Manager at Book Launchers
Book Launchers
Episode: 387. Sarah Bean, at Book Launchers, Discusses the Value of Book Publicity
Arthur Haywood
Illustrator winner and muralist exploring public art and storytelling
Illustrator winner, Writers of the Future Volume 40
Episode: 386. Arthur Haywood: Artists Need to Embrace What is Unique to Them
Keith Riegert
CEO and publisher with multiple leadership roles in publishing and tech
The Stable Book Group; Ulysses Press; VeloPress; Perfect Bound Technologies; Pacific & Court
Episode: 385. Keith Riegert Explains Key Tool to Solve Book Discoverability
Irvin Rodriguez
Visual artist and judge for the Illustrators of the Future
Writers of the Future (contest judge since 2023)
Episode: 384. Irvin Rodriguez Making a Viable Artist’s Career
Julie Frost
Fantasy author and Writers of the Future winner (Volume 32)
WordFire Press
Episode: 383. Julie Frost On Fantasy: Morality, Right and Wrong, Consequences

Host

John Goodwin
Host of Writers of the Future-related shows; long-running host with deep ties to the contest ecosystem.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Wonderful

    This show is very informative for the aspiring writer/artist. Give it a tey, you won't be disappointed.

    Audible
    5
    Temple Graeae
    United States5 months ago
  • This show is very informative for the aspiring writer/artist. Give it a tey, you won't be disappointed.

    Audible
    5
    Temple Graeae
    United States5 months ago
  • So Glad This Podcast Is Available!

    I just listened to the January 13 interview with Robert Silverberg. Just superb! Mr. Silverberg was a delight.

    Considerable candor as he looked back over 50 (or was it 60) years of writing; a bit of probably misplaced criticism on how easy it is for anyone to be "published" these days; and a slew of opinions on many topics (not all writing-related).

    Sprinkle in a bit of light self-deprecation and you get a great look at a man who wrote and wrote and wrote and also put in 30 wonderful years as... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stan Dubin
    United States6 years ago
  • A Staple for Aspiring Writers and Illustrators!

    I was ecstatic when I discovered there was a WoTF podcast and so far it has more than fulfilled my expectations! The interviews with Joni and the judges have been very informative and have helped me, as an aspiring writer, to get a much clearer idea of what they’re looking for in this contest. Plus, if you’ve ever gotten an award in the contest, the interview with Dave Farland helps explain why your piece may have placed as it did.

    I’m also totally loving the interviews with the volume 35 winn... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cute_entei
    United States7 years ago

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Overall, the show is a solid resource for aspiring writers and artists with actionable takeaways.
Listeners praise the candid discussions and practical career guidance.
The conversations balance inspiration with concrete steps for portfolio and submission improvements.
Guests offer a mix of personal journeys and professional insights that feel accessible to newcomers.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

389. Owen Cotter, Host of SciFiction.com for SciFi Trending News
Q: So how did you pull this off? You're like one of those dream lives.
Owen explains his long journey from a kid growing up loving sci‑fi to building a broad media platform and live-event presence, emphasizing persistence, networking, and leveraging multiple formats to engage audiences.
386. Arthur Haywood: Artists Need to Embrace What is Unique to Them
Q: What were the highlights of the Hollywood workshop experience for you?
Key highlights included connecting with the community of artists and writers, receiving personalized portfolio feedback, and being encouraged to embrace and continue painting in a signature style that attracted art directors and clients.
386. Arthur Haywood: Artists Need to Embrace What is Unique to Them
Q: How did you learn about the Illustrators of the Future Contest and how many times did you enter?
The guest learned about the contest through another artist at the Philadelphia Sketch Club, submitted roughly seven times, and improved with each entry until winning.
382. A Talk With Tim Powers, 3-time World Fantasy Award Winner on Dark Fantasy
Q: What would you say is the most important piece of advice for someone starting to write fantasy?
Respect deep historical and literary influences, study older works (like Hubbard), and blend those perspectives with your own innovative sensibilities to avoid relying only on current trends.
382. A Talk With Tim Powers, 3-time World Fantasy Award Winner on Dark Fantasy
Q: Earlier you were talking about research sparks—how do you pre-story that gets to your research?
He describes choosing a cluster of time and place (e.g., Paris in 1925) and following a web of historical connections (figures like Picasso, Hemingway) to uncover compelling, genre-fitting story possibilities.

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This show provides practical tips, career guidance, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from contest judges, winners, and industry pros in the worlds of writing and illustration. Episodes commonly cover submission strategies, craft insights, dealing with rejection, portfolio development, and how contests like this ecosystem support emerging creators. A recurring thread is mentorship, community, and the balance between commercial work and personal projects, with occasional conversations about AI's impact on art and publishing. The format tends to mix personal journeys with actionable advice, making it helpful for aspiring writers and illustrators aiming to break in, publish, or navigate a creative career. A notable strength is the breadth of ... more

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1. Neo Edmund
2. Alex Shvartsman
3. Owen Cotter
4. Paige Allen
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6. Arthur Haywood
7. Keith Riegert
8. Irvin Rodriguez

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