It's a little late in the month for this post, but please excuse us because it's the first of many to come. If you're looking to enter a contest or fellowship, we've got you covered with the deadlines of the most popular competitions around. Now go break a leg: Early Entry: February 13th - Sundance … Continue reading February Screenwriting Contest Deadlines
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The Long Road to Getting Representation
If you have finished your first script, and you're ready to sell it for all the money in the world, it's time to slow down a minute. The road ahead is a long one, and this is a marathon, not a race. Last week we wrote about networking. It's important to know people in the … Continue reading The Long Road to Getting Representation
Phil Lord and Chris Miller On Writing
I just love Spider-Man. What other superhero could sit next to you on the subway and just start talking to you like you're already pals? Into the Spider-Verse has been making waves. People are saying it's not just the best animated movie of the year, but also the best superhero movie of the year. I wholeheartedly … Continue reading Phil Lord and Chris Miller On Writing
Networking For Screenwriters
So you've finished a couple of screenplays, and you're wondering why nobody has offered to buy them yet, right? Well, I'll tell you what you need to do. Sneak into CAA pretending you have a delivery, go into a literary agent's office and rip off your fake mustache, yelling "I have the best screenplay you'll … Continue reading Networking For Screenwriters
Charlie Brooker On Writing
I've posted about Charlie Brooker in the past: In-Depth Interview – Charlie Brooker. I'm a HUGE fan of Black Mirror, and love what they tried to do with Bandersnatch, the newest Black Mirror experience. If you haven't heard of this new experience, it's an episode where you choose your own story. Every time the main character, … Continue reading Charlie Brooker On Writing
The Steps To Become A Successful Screenwriter
Today I'm here to give you seven easy steps to become a screenwriter! I wish I wasn't joking. How cool would that be? It's actually pretty difficult to make it in Hollywood, and is something that you should work at every day if you truly want it. I'm here to provide you with help and … Continue reading The Steps To Become A Successful Screenwriter
Habits Of Highly Successful Screenwriters
Happy New Year everybody! I thought a great post for the new year would be to post some habits of highly successful screenwriters. Maybe you can start your new year off by making some positive changes to your writing habits. I found a great article written by Karl Iglesias over at Writers Store. Below are … Continue reading Habits Of Highly Successful Screenwriters
Happy Holidays!
We will be closed for the holidays from Dec 22nd through January 2nd. Seasons greetings everyone and we'll see you in the new year!
Do You Need To Go To School To Become A Screenwriter?
I've been linking articles from Script Magazine for quite a while, not knowing they'd be featuring us! Pretty cool! Writers, Head To The Office! Where You Write Matters There's going to be a theme in my posts for the upcoming weeks, which are going to help with decision making, and then with becoming a successful screenwriter. … Continue reading Do You Need To Go To School To Become A Screenwriter?
The Ups and Downs Of Being A Screenwriter
Do you really want to become a screenwriter? Do you know what it takes to be a screenwriter? Do you really understand? Many people have a different idea of what the business is, and don't have a true understanding of what most screenwriters really do. I believe a lot of people aren't aware of the … Continue reading The Ups and Downs Of Being A Screenwriter
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