by Gideon Marcus

Hello out there!

First of all, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for being fellow travelers on the Journey.  When I started this endeavor, nearly five years ago, I never expected to reach the heights we have: from one to twenty staff, a Serling Award, a Hugo nomination — it makes me giddy to think of it.

Galactic Journey is a passion project, and we are dedicated to bringing you high quality articles every other day on Science Fiction/Fantasy in print and film, the Space Race, technology, politics, music, and fashion.  Our reward is your patronage.  It will always be free.

That said, I won't say no to a little help. :)

Last month, I transitioned from amateur author to professional.  My first published short story, Andy and Tina, is the lead novelette in the anthology, Tales from Alternate Earths 2 (sequel to the Sidewise Award-winning Tales from Alternate Earths). 

My piece starts in 1963 and features some fascinating elements of the Space Race.  I'm told by folks who aren't even related to me that it's a great read, as are the other nine stories in the volume.  I would be absolutely delighted (and I think you will be, too) if you would purchase a copy.  If you like my prose, and you must if you're still here, you'll love this book.

It is available for electronic reading and also in paperback.  If you get the latter, I'll be happy to sign your copy when next we meet.

So go get yourself a copy!  You'll be supporting the Journey, and you'll be the proud owner of a fantastic book.

Thank you for your support.