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Letter from the Editor Our ScriptMag.com family of contributors share advice on embracing the benefits of procrastination, valuable lessons learned from 20 years of running a screenwriting lab, screenwriter interviews and more! Check out our full list of contributors and follow them on Twitter too. There's still time to get that script polished and entered into Access Screenplay Contest! Extended deadline is May 31st. Get that short film, feature, webseries and TV Pilot ready, and you might be the winner of a trip to L.A. for meetings with executives! Now get reading and get writing! Read More...

STORY BROADS: 8 Ways to Procrastinate and Still Write Aarthi Ramanathan shares eight fun tips for creative procrastination to ignite your inner writing muse. Read More...

MEET THE READER: This and That - Observations on Spec Scripts After reading countless spec scripts, professional script reader Ray Morton has noticed a variety of mistakes writers consistently make. See if you're making any of those same blunders. Read More...

Critical Screenwriting Lessons from Twenty Years in a Writers Lab T. Jay O'Brien shares invaluable screenwriting lessons to aide your writing career, gained by working with writers and actors for a couple decades in a Writing Lab environment. Read More... Enter Access Screenplay Contest! The Access Screenplay Contest was founded with the express goal of discovering new talent and connecting those emerging writers with Industry decision makers. Enter your feature film, television pilot, web series, or short film. Use code A10 to get 10% OFF submission fee! Over 100 prizes, including the Grand Prize Winners in each category winning a trip to L.A. for meetings! Submit Now...

Online Screenwriting Classes: Proper Formatting Technique Let Dave Trottier (Dr. Format himself) show you the necessary techniques and currently accepted standards that will set your script apart from the heap. Not only will he teach you the rules of script formatting, he will show you when and how to break them. Enroll Now... Webinars and Live Events Our webinars include both access to the live webinar where you may interact with the presenter and the recorded, on-demand edition for your video library. You do not have to attend the live event to get a recording of the presentation. See full list of upcoming live online webinars here. Create Authentic Characters Using Your Personal Experiences by Jeff Leisawitz, 5/11 Selling Your TV Show without Representation by Dr. Donna Dannenfelser, 5/25 List of All Upcoming Live Webinars List of On-Demand Webinars If you live in L.A., don't miss live events at The Writers Store, including classes as well as free events. See full list of upcoming live Writers Store events here.

SELLING YOUR SCREENPLAY: Austin Film Festival Co-Founder Barbara Morgan on Writing Fiction Podcast Scripts Ashley Scott Meyers talks with Austin Film Festival co-founder Barbara Morgan about writing fiction podcasts and the challenges writers might face writing in this new medium. Read More... Susan Kouguell Interviews ‘No Man’s Land’ Director David Garrett Byars at the Tribeca Film Festival First-time documentary director David Garrett Byars at the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival discusses his journey making his riveting film 'No Man’s Land'. Read More...

Examining the Marvel Supervillains: Loki (Video) Loki is the gold standard for villains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. What makes him stand out among all the others in Marvel's pantheon? Read More... 10 Ingredients to Successful Screenwriting: Planning Your Career Planning your career is an essential part of becoming a professional screenwriter. Marilyn Horowitz outlines several crucial things to keep in mind. Read More...

Screenwriting Tutorials: On-Demand Video Classes Get a single video for $16.99 or subscribe for access to all the videos starting at only $16.33 per month! See all videos and subscribe for All Access here. Our growing library of over 175 video tutorials covers both the creative and business sides of screenwriting, offering instruction from top industry experts! Watch Previews of All Videos...

SCRIPT GODS MUST DIE: 5 Screenwriting Traps To Avoid That fab career in screenwriting has not arrived. Is your blind belief in your abilities just delusion? Paul Peditto shares some screenwriting traps to avoid. Read More... Susan Kouguell Speaks with The Foster Portfolio Filmmaker Danielle Katvan at Tribeca Film Festival Danielle Katvan describes the challenges she faced making 'The Foster Portfolio, from obtaining the rights to the Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. short story, to directing this period piece on a low budget. Read More... Free Screenwriting Resources Download invaluable free screenwriting resources as our gift to you! Step-by-Step Guide to Creating High Concept Ideas; How to Vet a Script Consultant; How to Find a Literary Agent; Creating Short Film Ideas; Proper Screenplay Format Tips; Creating Strong Protagonist; How to Navigate a Pitchfest; TV Pilot Kit; How to Write a Screenplay Webinar, and MORE! See Full List of Free Downloads...

Jeanne Veillette Bowerman Jeanne is the Editor of Script and adapted the Pulitzer Prize-winning book, Slavery by Another Name. Her screenplays were selected as Top 25 Tracking Board Launch Pad, CSExpo Finalist, Second Round Sundance Episodic Lab, and PAGE Awards TV Drama Finalist. Twitter @jeannevb.

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