Happy New Year and good luck in 2012
I just wanted to wish everyone who reads SellingYourScreenplay.com a happy new year. I’ve got some new things planned for Selling Your Screenplay in 2012 so stay tuned. Thanks for…
Shooting your screenplay yourself
I got this question recently: “You shot your own script Reunion yourself with the help of a Director. Is there any reason you did not continue shooting other scripts. I…
Script Doctor Eric’s $3 Screenwriting Contest
I got an email from Script Doctor Eric. He’s running a unique screenwriting contest. If you’re short on funds this is a good way to get some recognition. Here is…
Breaking into television by writing spec scripts based on an existing series
I got this question recently: “I wrote an episode for a television show I like, and have ideas for more. I’ve read your posts on TV writing, but they seem…
Email and fax blast service success rate
I got this question recently: “I am interested in using your script submission service. I have 2 questions. 1) I know this may be difficult to track but do you…
Screenplay format
I get a lot of questions about proper screenplay format. So I thought I’d write up a post which can help with the vast majority of these questions. In general,…
Someone else is working on a project that is similar to my own
I got this question recently: “I have a screenplay idea that deals with an obscure historic character and the great sacrifices he made. I’ve checked online from time to time…
Getting the most out of your visit to Los Angeles
I get quite a few emails from people who are visiting Los Angeles and want to know how to get the most out of their trip in terms of advancing…
Doing rewrites on your screenplay for producers
I got this question recently: “You mentioned a lot throughout your book about rewrites. I was wandering what in your case did the rewrites often entail.” Rewrites are the un-sexy…
My screenplay was a winner at a film festival, how should I prepare myself for the festival and awards ceremony?
I got this question recently: “My screenplay was just announced as the winning feature screenplay at an upcoming film festival. I am going to accept the award. So here is…