How to create an original television series (breaking into television writing)
I’ve gotten this question many times over the last couple of months: “I have a great idea for an original television series. How can I sell it to a television…
Selling a screenplay pitch or treatment
I’ve never sold a screenplay treatment or pitch so I may not be the best person to ask about this. While I know this does happen it’s usually established writers…
Taking a Trip to Los Angeles to Jump Start Your Screenwriting Career
A got a few questions from two aspiring screenwriters a couple weeks ago who were planning a trip to Los Angeles. 1. What are some ways to arrange meetings before…
How can I prevent a producer or director from ruining my screenplay?
I got this question recently: “I have written a script which is my baby and I want to ensure that the producer and director don’t mess up my vision for…
Logline Workshop: The Salt Bath
Kenneth sent in this logline: THE SALT BATH is a noir thriller in which prodigal son Dexter Grey returns to Salt Lake City and reunites with his high school sweetheart…
Should I send a query letter to an agent or producer for a script that I haven’t written yet?
I’ve actually gotten this question a few times recently: “Should I send a query letter to an agent or producer for a script that I haven’t written yet?” This is…
How do you handle multiple writers in your query letter?
I got this question recently: “I have just completed my first script with another writer. We’re both unpublished writers, and I was wondering how you handle a query letter if…
Does your agent get a commission when you found the deal?
A lot of the questions I get from fellow screenwriters are through Twitter. If you don’t already use Twitter you should seriously think about joining. It’s free and easy. It’s…
Script Consultants
If you read my blog you may have noticed comments by Script Doctor Eric. He offered to read one of my scripts and give me his “full service” script consultation.…
Am I only allowed one agent? Should I get one for both the U.S and Britain (where I’m based)?
I’ve never heard of a screenwriter having two agents – meaning different agents at different agencies. Typically larger agencies have offices in different cities and countries so if you’re with…