Wednesday 20 March 2019

Script Magazine newsletters

Here are the latest Script Magazine newsletters for my followers to peruse:

Week in Review



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On ScriptMag.com this week, I wanted to bring some inspiration to all writers who are feeling a little beaten up by rejections. You are not alone! But always remember, the surest say to fail is to quit, so do not let the bad days get you down. All you need is one "yes"! Check out our full list of contributors and follow them on Twitter too.

There are as many ways to break into the industry as there are writers. One way is to enter screenwriting contests. Get our FREE Download Tips for Winning Screenwriting Contests to help you succeed in the next contest you enter!

Now get reading and get writing!
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Story 1
With the pursuit of a career in film, it's always important to evaluate when it might be time to throw in the towel. Or can you? Christopher Schiller examines the when and how to call it quits... or if you even should. Read More...


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The decision of whether a script is ready to submit to producers haunts screenwriters. Jeanne Veillette Bowerman shares when she feels a script is "done." Read More...



Story 3
Are script consultants worth the money? Jeanne Veillette Bowerman shares her opinion on consultants and insights into a professional screenwriter's habits. Read More...


Story 4
Writer/Director Chris von Hoffmann talks about the writing Monster Party and how he was able to get the film funded and produced. The film is currently available on VOD and DVD. Read More...


Geared for the writer on a tight schedule, the Fundamentals of Screenwriting will have you well on your way to a screenplay in just four short weeks. Enroll Now...

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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.


Story 5
In the film business, rejection is inevitable. It’s a kick in the gut. Where you go from there is completely up to you. Discover the upside to the downside. Read More...


Story 6
Every writer has their own stumbling blocks in the writing process. Doug Richardson shares his challenges when pushing toward THE END. Read More...

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How long is too long to wait for a Hollywood executive to respond to your submission? Sometimes it’s hard to tell if they’re busy or if they’re just not that into you. Read More...


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When you’re preparing to walk into the meeting room, take a deep breath and remember ... The meeting isn’t just about your script; it’s about the impression you make on the person across the table. Read More...


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Our growing library of over 175 video tutorials covers both the creative and business sides of screenwriting, offering instruction from top industry experts!
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Jeanne Veillette Bowerman
Jeanne is the Editor of Script, Senior Editor at Writer’s Digest, 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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Week in Review



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On ScriptMag.com this week, we have an in-depth interview of director Lena Khan, go behind the scenes with writers of a new Netflix movie and more! Check out our full list of contributors and follow them on Twitter too.

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Now get reading and get writing!
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The Future of TV is in Brooklyn

Don't just learn how to write, learn how to be a writer. The TV Writers Studio at LIU-Brooklyn offers an MFA in Writing and Producing for Television. Like a real writers room, students create a new show: breaking stories, writing scripts, and then produce that show at Steiner Studios.

Click here to learn more.


Story 1
Sabina Giado interviews Lena Khan, director of The Tiger Hunter on Netflix. Disney recently announced she will also direct a well-loved adaptation called Flora and Ulysses. Read More...


Story 2
Dan Goforth shares the journey from script to Neflix of the story of professional barrel racer and inspirational speaker Amberley Snyder is brought to the screen in Walk. Ride. Rodeo. Read More...



Story 3
Stephen Follows discusses his new report, Judging Screenplays By Their Coverage, which reveals their findings from analyzing over 12K screenplays and the coverage those screenplays received. Read More...


Story 4
Award-winning screenwriter Dan Goforth explains how writing a short film screenplay launched his feature writing career. Read More...


By the end of the course, you’ll have your pilot in hand — and a plan for where you want to take your series in subsequent episodes. With skills that are applicable not only to this format but to writing any kind of script — and an understanding of how to keep viewers coming back for more — you’ll be well on your way to writing your own viral web series that will stand out from the crowd! Whether you’re interested in comedy or drama, this course will give you the tools you need to get started writing and producing your very own series from the ground up. Enroll Now...

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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.


Story 5
An interview with show creator and host of American Pickers, Mike Wolfe, sharing the long journey selling his show to The History Channel. Part 1 of 3. Read More...


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Stephanie Palmer shares the structure of a Hollywood pitch meeting to empower the screenwriter for success. Read More...

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Learn insights into the minds of industry professionals and their decision process when buying material. Read More...


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The Writer’s Digest Annual Conference offers everything you need to advance your writing career creatively and professionally. Read More...


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!
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Jeanne Veillette Bowerman
Jeanne is the Editor of Script, Senior Editor at Writer’s Digest, 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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The foundation of story!





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In this week's screenwriting tip, Danny Manus explains how the god-like power of the screenwriter demands building your world of your script in an original and compelling way.

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By Danny Manus
As religious lore has it, God took 6 days to build his world…you have about 10 pages. But make no mistake - you are the God of your script’s world. You add, destroy, create, inspire, manipulate. And the decisions you make as you build your world will inform and affect everything and everyone that comes after and help ensure your story’s…evolution.

As you start creating, outlining and writing your first pages, I want to share some tips that will help you create a visual, compelling and cinematic world that could help make your script even more heavenly.  Read More...


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Jeanne Veillette Bowerman
Jeanne is the Editor of Script, Senior Editor at Writer’s Digest, 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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Week in Review



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On ScriptMag.com this week, Ray Morton discusses the types of films worthy of award nominations, Mike Sargent conducted an amazing interview with a Disney animation writing team and more! Check out our full list of contributors and follow them on Twitter too.

Get your inner superhero on with our huge savings! For a limited time, save hundreds of dollars with Writing Superhero Movies Value Pack for only $29.99!

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The Future of TV is in Brooklyn

Don't just learn how to write, learn how to be a writer. The TV Writers Studio at LIU-Brooklyn offers an MFA in Writing and Producing for Television. Like a real writers room, students create a new show: breaking stories, writing scripts, and then produce that show at Steiner Studios.

Click here to learn more.


Story 1
In discussing what makes an Oscar-worthy movie, Ray Morton suggests screenwriters stop thinking in narrow terms of art house versus box-office success. Read More...


Story 2
Adapting a book to film requires making hard choices. Joy Cheriel Brown analyzes the adaptation choices in the film Every Day. Read More...



Story 3
Filmmaker and film critic Michael Sargent sits down with Phil Johnston, Rich Moore, and Josie Trinidad to discuss their collaboration process in making Ralph Breaks the Internet, now available in DVD and Blu-ray. Read More...


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Using the movie Downsizing as an example... of what not to do... William C. Martell discusses the importance of a protagonist having clear objectives. Read More...


The world of the feature film is booming and you are gushing with ideas. This workshop will give you the tools to get the ideas out of your head and into a completed screenplay by introducing you to the methods that professional screenwriters use to write under deadlines. Enroll Now...

See full list of self-paced online courses here.


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.


Story 5
Run The Race is a film from brothers Tim and Robbie Tebow, detailing the struggles and triumphs of two young brothers facing incredible odds. Together. Read More...


Story 6
Filmmaker Melissa Miller Costanzo discusses working on set in the art department and how that lead her to writing and directing, including her indie feature drama, , starring Molly Ringwald. Read More...

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Story 7
Have you considered adapting a script to novel? Jeanne Veillette Bowerman challenges screenwriters to take on the challenge by turning their script into a novel. Read More...


Story 8
Jay Thornton opines how screenwriters must be storytellers who master multiple mediums, not slaves defined by them. Dive in for Jason’s novel writing tips for screenwriters. Read More...


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...




Jeanne Veillette Bowerman
Jeanne is the Editor of Script, Senior Editor at Writer’s Digest, 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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