While studying in an intensive Spanish immersion program in Medellín, John searched for a book focused purely on Spanish vocabulary but couldn’t find one. This gap in the market inspired him to publish his first book, Nothing but Vocab: Spanish Edition. This initial venture led to the creation of Side-by-Side Classics, a publishing company that brings classic public-domain books to readers in dual-language editions, featuring side-by-side translations. These books make timeless literature accessible to language learners who might otherwise struggle to enjoy them. John takes great pride in the success of his books, finding fulfillment in helping students improve their language skills. He is now expanding into new markets and is offering dual-language editions in additional languages.