The difference between Banksy and your average graffiti artist isn’t talent – it’s who championed them.
Space Admiral Kandas breaks down why artist success and author success often comes down to luck and gatekeepers, not just skill. From Renaissance patrons to modern publishing, somebody has to be your champion.
From our discussion with fantasy author JV Hilliard about independent publishing, creative gatekeepers, and why platforms like Altered Reality Magazine matter for artists and authors trying to bypass traditional systems.
This is the reality of the art world, the publishing world, and the creative industry. Talent alone isn’t enough.
🎧 Full episode: https://youtu.be/drd0Kf3h_-o
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Guest: JV Hilliard – Fantasy Author & Publisher (@jvhilliard )
Book discussed: The Ivanhoe Gambit by Simon Hawke
Do you agree? Is success more about who champions you than raw talent? Drop your thoughts 👇
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