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Ross Goes to FilmQuest!
I’m on a Quest. FilmQuest!
This year, I received a few accolades for various screenplays this year.
On Thursday, October 29th, 2026, I hopped on a plane to Provo, Utah to attend the FilmQuest Film Festival and Screenplay Competition. I was accompanied by fellow screenwriter, Todd Ocvirk, who placed with a TV pilot. We later met up with Jerold Wallace, another screenwriter, flying in from Texas. We were sharing a hotel room at the Marriot.
My feature length sci-fi screenplay, “Jordan and the Sphere” was a finalist.
Embrace the Madness! Midnight Madness!
What do you do after a long first day of watching films? You watch more films, of course!
This film block started at 11pm-ish. The Velour Music Gallery venue was jam-packed. Additional seats were added. I believe my foot was stepped on at least 35 times. I didn’t mind. I survived! Midnight Madness is so legendary they made a button for it!
There were great films and insightful Q & A sessions.
We saw lots of films! We networked. And we partied!
That’s Ted Raimi in the center, sporting a tie. Ted was showcasing a new TV talk show, “Your Dearest and Darkest Friends with Ted Raimi.”
It was a great way to spend Halloween weekend. Jonathan Martin and Jonna Jackson produce and host a fantastic festival! And…Fantastic is forever!
If you’re not getting a full picture watch the video below.
2026 Winding Down
I’m still in some smaller writers’ groups.
This year I joined a larger writers’ group, Hollywood Speakeasy, after attending the Allegory Screenwriters’ Conference in March 2026. The organization is getting writers together to hold each other accountable and help each other learn, grow and make connections.
It’s a great group. We’re supporting each others’ writing pursuits in the form of pitching, querying, pitch decks, etc. More attention is given to the business side.
I continue to rework my screenplays. “Jordan and the Sphere” is a sci-fi story about an orphan’s family inheriting a metallic sphere with supernatural features.
I’m seeking to attach a producer.
Other sci-fi oriented scripts I’m working on include “Modified,” “The Battle of Los Angeles – 1942” and totally revamped “A to Z: Aliens to Zombies (aka Rivals).”
Dreaded Day Jobs
So far, 2026 has been mostly temporary work. One job lasted 4 months.
I’m not currently reading scripts for any specific companies, but open to doing that if anyone has a connection.
Nordstrom hired me back for the third time – holiday season. At least I’m working the rest of this year.
I’m looking at what else I can do to create an income. Side jobs, etc. As some of you know, I started an Etsy Store this June 2026.
Not For This World
| I’m a screenwriter and write science fiction in addition to other genres, horror, comedy and drama. I’m also a UFO enthusiast. I pay close attention to many events and news items surrounding UFOs. The phenomena inspired store sells teeshirts, mugs, etc. The name of my Etsy store has some personal relevance. My Grandma Tillie used to say, “I’m not for this world.” Well, Tillie, these days many of us are with you in being ‘Not For This World.’ I started the store on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The store and online business is very much a Work-In-Progress. I still have tons to learn. No one is obligated to purchase anything. I would love some support in the way of feedback, clicks, views, etc. Below is a link. Thank you for all your support! Have a fun, productive rest of 2026! |
