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OUR JUDGES HAVE SPOKEN We are proud to announce our  TWO GRAND PRIZE WINNERS! 2020-21 FICTION PODCAST CONTEST           DREAM SEQUENCE by ANDREW ROBINSON       Estranged sisters, a blogger, and a neuroscientist reunite when the neuroscientist invents a mysterious device that provides a glimpse into a nightmare dimension.     FOOTLIGHTS: THE TRUE STORY OF OLIVIA MABEL by IAN McNENY & MARTYN EADEN       When a Christian podcaster runs across evidence suggesting a small-town internet ghost story might be true, she falls down a well of secrecy, that challenges her faith and shatters her worldview.   HUGE CONGRATULATIONS TO  OUR TWO GRAND PRIZE WINNERS! Each Winner will be awarded a Production Fund of $5000,  PLUS, a Cash Prize of $1000 🏆🏆🏆 NEXT STEPS As we move through development and into pre-production, we will be working with the writers to give feedback and suggestions. Any revisions will solely be written by the writers. Once we are ready for production, we will leverage our industry roster and external contacts to assemble an immensely talented cast and crew. Recording may take place in different locations. This allows us to pick from the very best talent from all over the world. Once the Podcast episode is complete, we will gain exposure from the press, our 50K+ followers, our connections in the industry, podcast sites and forums, to bring about a huge amount of buzz for each show.  We will seek a full series commission for each podcast show by pitching the pilot episode to our connections at production companies, podcast platforms like Audible, Luminary, Spotify, Wondery, and other relevant companies. NOTE: The writers retain full IP over their work and will have the final say on accepting or rejecting any potential deal which may be offered.     Keep an eye on our website & socials media for all the updates!         SHORT FILM FUND | REGULAR DEADLINE | MARCH 31ST.     Days Hours Minutes Seconds         Shore Scripts https://www.shorescripts.com contact@shorescripts.com

 

2021's FEATURE & TV PILOT CONTEST IS NOW OPEN!     A HOST OF CASH GRANTS, PRIZES & NEW OPPORTUNITIES     This year we will be giving away $90,000 in cash prizes, and production funding for writers and filmmakers. And that's not all. We have added new Judges, Production Companies, and Directors to our roster to create a greater number of avenues to get your work out into the industry. We have hired a new Writer Development Director who’s passionate about discovering new talent. Justine Giannino will be championing our writers' scripts year-round. Previously, Justine worked at CAA, IFC, and was the Director of Development at Avalon Television before moving to Shore Scripts. We'll be working tirelessly through 2021, innovating, growing our network, and finding new ways to help talented writers kick-start their screenwriting careers.         🏆 $10,000 in cash to our Grand Prize Winner. PLUS 🏆 $1000 to each of our 6 Genre Prize Winners.           🏆 $5,000 in cash for each of our 2 Grand Prize Winners. PLUS 🏆 $1000 in cash for each of our 2 Runners Up.         ALL OUR FINALISTS WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE THEIR SCRIPTS SENT TO OUR INDUSTRY & DIRECTORS ROSTER. *We will always consult with you before we send out your work.       A SELECTION OF OUR JUDGES IN 2021           Plus, every writer who enters will receive a FREE 18-page booklet HOW TO GET YOUR SCREENPLAY PRODUCED           Shore Scripts https://www.shorescripts.com contact@shorescripts.com

  

"Often your leading character is the audience. It’s a vessel through which the audience can put themselves in the story and see what’s happening.” Eli Attie (The West Wing).     Seeing the world through the eyes of your protagonist is a great advantage for a screenwriter. But what if you want to write a fiction podcast? How do you adapt this skill when it comes to writing an audio-drama? Simple, think of yourself listening to the world through the ears of your protagonist. Writing a fiction podcast and writing a screenplay is not that different. If you have a story that's rich in a sense of place, containing characters with strong dialogue, then adapting your script into a podcast can be really simple.  In part one of this Guide to Adapting your Script Into a Podcast, we look at how to assess your story's potential for becoming the next great audio drama. With 100million people listening to podcasts in the US alone, fiction podcasts can gain a global following and launch your career as a writer.       THE FIRST 5 STEPS TO ADAPT YOUR SCRIPT       Do Your Research - read as many podcast scripts as you can and become familiar with the medium. We've put together a unique collection of our Judges' podcast scripts to help you do just that. Read more... Learn From Others - revisit a podcast that has been successfully adapted for the screen. HOMECOMING is a great example. Here are some links so you can read the script and listen to the teaser trailer for the original podcast. Now watch the teaser trailer for the Amazon Prime series and ask yourself, what are the commonalities and differences between them? Consider Your Narrative Techniques - brush up on familiar oral devices that can help frame your story - Voice Over, News Reports, Telephone Calls, Diary Entries. And re-write scenes that rely heavily on visual clues such as Flashbacks and Fantasy sequences. Polish Your Presentation - don't be scared to write your story your way. Many podcast writers use a standard screenplay format to tell their stories. But as of yet, no-one seems to have a monopoly on the definition of what your script should look like. The most important thing to remember is that we can clearly hear your story when we read your script. Make It Episodic. Not every episode has to be exactly the same length, but a consistent average is still desirable. If you used the traditional three-act structure to write your screenplay, you should be able to use your story beats and turning points to create natural 'end of episode' hooks.       READ OUR JUDGES PODCAST SCRIPTS         AND WE CAN HELP WITH FEEDBACK TOO!       Our coverage reports are specially designed to give you advice and suggestions on how to best write your story. Our 2, 5, and 10-Page reports offer a rounded assessment of all aspects of a professionally developed script including Premise, Structure, Character, Dialogue, Pace, and Marketability. For those looking to adapt their existing script into a podcast, or those with a podcast already written, our readers can provide valuable insights into the soundscape of your story and how to maximize its potential as an audio drama. Check out our coverage services https://www.shorescripts.com/coverage/.       DON'T FORGET     2020 FICTION PODCAST CONTEST | REGULAR DEADLINE MIDNIGHT DECEMBER 18TH PT       Shore Scripts https://www.shorescripts.com contact@shorescripts.com