Scriptchat: January 2015

Sunday, January 25, 2015

Lane Shefter-Bishop, The Book Whisperer - Transcript January 25, 2014

Tonight's scriptchat was graced with the wisdom of Lane Shefter-Bishop @LaneShefterBish, Founder of Vast Entertainment, Emmy award-winning director, and Film/Television producer specializing in book-to-screen adaptation, also referred to as 'The Book Whisperer.' Lane provided incredible insights and advice regarding adaptations, loglines, and her out-of-the-box strategy to get writers' stories on the screen, both features and television.

Storify still isn't working, so unfortunately, you'll need to scroll down to the bottom and read the transcript backwards. I promise you, it's worth it. Enjoy! @jeannevb

@jeannevb
Storify hasn't been working for me lately, so you might have to read these tweets backwards in the transcript but I'll try! #scriptchat
02:05

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@jeannevb @lisa_kovanda @NebraskansWrite I heard, Jeanne. I am so jellus... #scriptchat
02:04

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

@blueneumann When in doubt about an ending, I start setting things on fire. [In the story, ahem.] #scriptchat
02:04

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@blueneumann good. I'm holding you to it. #scriptchat
02:04

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@blueneumann Maybe shed some light on it? #scriptchat
02:04

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@lisa_kovanda Fantastic! So excited to be a part of @NebraskansWrite conference! #scriptchat
02:03

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

@jeannevb @CelluloidBlonde You are such an innovative thinker, always planning the best entertainment. #scriptchat
02:03

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

thanks @sarahalexis4 #scriptchat
02:03

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@jeannevb And I promise I will continue to try to figure out a way to end my insanely dark novel #scriptchat
02:03

Lisa Kovanda @lisa_kovanda

#scriptchat @jeannevb Looking forward to meeting you at the @NebraskansWrite conference in April!
02:03

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@CelluloidBlonde and this week I brought p0rn stars! #scriptchat
02:03

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Next week, no chat bc of Super Bowl. #scriptchat
02:03

Anthony Schiavino @pulptone

@jeannevb Plug wasn't needed but thank you very much. #scriptchat #ColdWarRomanceNoir
02:03

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

Also thanks to @jeannevb as always you are a lovely and gracious hostess yay! #scriptchat
02:02

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Thanks again @jeannevb! #scriptchat
13:00

Scott Myers @GoIntoTheStory

Over 80 notable movie scripts from the last 5 years available for download - free, legal ow.ly/HNJD6 #screenwriting #scriptchat
Retweeted by Steven Cleaver
02:02

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish love what you're doing. So ground-breaking. Thanks for being a champion to writers. #scriptchat
02:02

Lisa Kovanda @lisa_kovanda

@LaneShefterBish Thanks for the #scriptchat
02:01

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

thanks @blueneumann #scriptchat
02:01

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Passion is contageous #scriptchat

Retweeted by Sona Charaipotra
02:01

David A. Youngquist @Al_1701

Bye everybody #scriptchat
02:01

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@jeannevb @pulptone Congratulations! #scriptchat
02:01

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Thanks @celluloidblonde #scriptchat
02:01

Alejandro G S @AGSfilmmaker

Thanks for the great chat. #scriptchat
02:01

Katty A. Solórzano @clioteorica

@blueneumann That's an example of a great raw-paper material that turned not so great on screen. Script was great too BTW #scriptchat
02:01

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@LaneShefterBish come back anytime! #scriptchat
02:01

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

Thanks to @LaneShefterBish for an interesting chat and best of luck with your upcoming book release. #scriptchat
02:01

Lisa Kovanda @lisa_kovanda

#scriptchat @CelluloidBlonde 170 pages for a script? <shudder>
02:01

VINCE CONSIDINE @JAEL488

@CelluloidBlonde Gone Girl 170 pages #scriptchat
02:01

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LaneShefterBish Thanks for all the insights! All the best with The Duff and your other projects! Looking forward to your book. #scriptchat
02:01

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Thanks for having me @jeannevb #scriptchat
02:01

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

Cheers cheers #scriptchat
02:01

Dirk Walvoord @DirkWalv

thank you #scriptchat
02:01

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Passion is contageous #scriptchat
02:00

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

You survived, @LaneShefterBish! We can’t thank you enough for being on #scriptchat tonight!
02:00

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

That's the way to success #scriptchat
02:00

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Write about what you care about weverybody #scriptchat
01:59

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

She replies "Write about what you care about - no one cares what you know." #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jeanne V Bowerman
02:00

Randi @Reileen4

@LaneShefterBish great ending! #scriptchat
02:00

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@LaneShefterBish Lynyrd Skynyrd said it best: “I know a little… and baby I can guess the rest” #scriptchat
02:00

Nadine Smith @NadiSmith

Trying to read at least 1 script a day for the rest of the year. #scriptchat #amreading
01:59

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

She replies "Write about what you care about - no one cares what you know." #scriptchat
Retweeted by Alejandro G S
01:59

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Then you'll be passionate about it and that shows in your work. #scriptchat
01:59

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

She replies "Write about what you care about - no one cares what you know." #scriptchat
Retweeted by Randi
01:59

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

Erm, did someone just say a script is over 170 pages? Pardon me while I dial 911. #scriptchat
01:59

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Write about what you know. #scriptchat
01:59

Tea Traveler @teatraveler

#SBIFF #Filmchat #scriptchat SB International Film Festival Promises Big Celebrities and Films dailynexus.com/2015-01-22/sb-…
01:59

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

She replies "Write about what you care about - no one cares what you know." #scriptchat
01:59

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@clioteorica Just click your stillettos three times and ask @jeannevb for a refill on the Pixley Punch #scriptchat
01:59

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Just want to give shoutout & congrats to @pulptone for his new book coming out #bravo sgtzero.wordpress.com/2015/01/11/sho… #scriptchat
01:59

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

When folks asked Anne "should I write about what I know - I'm told to write about what I know" #scriptchat
01:58

Anthony Schiavino @pulptone

@jeannevb Tonight's was pretty much a perfect reason for reasons you already know #scriptchat
01:58

Randi @Reileen4

@CelluloidBlonde thank you! It's why I don't write and just edit. Leave the writing to those who can. #scriptchat
01:58

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

my best piece of advice to writers is something I heard from Anne Perry... #scriptchat
01:58

VINCE CONSIDINE @JAEL488

@dwacon the script is over 170pages #scriptchat
01:58

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@LaneShefterBish it's like casting the right actor for the leading role and the actor is in every scene! #scriptchat
01:58

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@CelluloidBlonde Unless one has CGI animation skills... #scriptchat
01:58

Lisa Kovanda @lisa_kovanda

#scriptchat @LaneShefterBish Do you have a preference for screenwriters/novelists who have produced indie films/books/both?
01:58

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@pulptone yes you do! #scriptchat
01:49

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If you don't know what makes your story unique you shouldn't be writing it : 0 #scriptchat
Retweeted by ATLScreenwritersAnon
01:57

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

The most challenging part of book to screen is finding the right screenwriter to adapt #scriptchat
01:57

Anthony Schiavino @pulptone

I need to attend #scriptchat more. I always meet great new people with good conversation.
01:57

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

The most rewarding part of book to screen is when it's done - like THE DUFF I found in 2009, in theaters Feb20 #scriptchat
01:57

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish is you could give writers 1 piece of advice to help advance their career, what would it be? #scriptchat
01:57

Katty A. Solórzano @clioteorica

@dwacon Hehehe, you always find the way to take us to your land, you wizard... #scriptchat
01:56

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@JAEL488 @LaneShefterBish My buddy found the excessive retakes a bit onerous... #scriptchat
01:56

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LaneShefterBish What do you find are the most challenging and most rewarding parts of book to screen adaptations? #scriptchat
01:56

Anthony Schiavino @pulptone

.@clioteorica If that makes sense. I think it's not so leaning on influences to pacing and detail and work ethic. #scriptchat
01:55

Randi @Reileen4

@LaneShefterBish no sorry necessary; just wanted 2clarify bc my partner is the writer, I'm just trying to convince her 2share #scriptchat
01:51

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

.@LaneShefterBish is teaching webinar for @writersstore on Feb 15th on developing & pitching TV series writersstore.com/developing-and… #scriptchat
Retweeted by max adams
01:55

Nadine Smith @NadiSmith

#goodmorning! Starting my day with #Milk. #scriptchat #amreading
01:55

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

I keep telling people not to do that unless they have some know how. #scriptchat
01:55

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@CelluloidBlonde I HATE book trailers! When did that shit start? #scriptchat
01:55

Anthony Schiavino @pulptone

.@clioteorica I would love Fincher directing my book. I wrote it with that atmosphere in mind. But it doesn't read like Fincher #scriptchat
01:51

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

.@LaneShefterBish is teaching webinar for @writersstore on Feb 15th on developing & pitching TV series writersstore.com/developing-and… #scriptchat
Retweeted by #scriptchat
01:55

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

I still haven't seen Gone Girl... or really any recent movie #scriptchat
01:55

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

Most writers who try to do teaser clip for a book or script fail and fail hard because filming is a whole other skill set. #scriptchat
01:55

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Gone Grl was fabulous - Flynn is an exception to the rule #scriptchat
01:48

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If you want to know how to write the perfect Logline - pick up my book when it comes out this year *smiles broadly* #scriptchat
Retweeted by Deanna
01:54

VINCE CONSIDINE @JAEL488

@LaneShefterBish Flynn did an amazing job with Gone Girl just read the script #scriptchat
01:54

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I don't do videos - sorry #scriptchat
01:54

Randi @Reileen4

@LaneShefterBish so no videos? #scriptchat
01:54

Anthony Schiavino @pulptone

.@blueneumann I wrote my novel always with a screenplay in mind and intentions of adjustment. Big or small. It's a story. #scriptchat
01:49

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If you don't know what makes your story unique you shouldn't be writing it : 0 #scriptchat
Retweeted by Sona Charaipotra
01:53

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Great stories are always great because they have something unique about them. Find your unique element and exploit it!. #scriptchat
01:53

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

@LaneShefterBish So if I have stacks of students & workshoppers I can recommend the book to, can I get an advance copy? #scriptchat
01:53

Katty A. Solórzano @clioteorica

@pulptone Llike Fincher, I don't always understand his taste in books. Then I read the raw material and it works on the paper #scriptchat
01:53

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

my company focusses on written material - books, articles, etc... #scriptchat
01:53
Randi @Reileen4

@clioteorica @LaneShefterBish exactly. How many "happily ever afters" can we get and still claim unique #scriptchat
01:52

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

We covered film/book synergy. Do you add interactive media, comics/graphic novels, to the mix? #scriptchat
01:52

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I tell novelists not to write their own screenplays - with an A-list screenwriter on board it has a better chnce of getting made #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jeanne V Bowerman
01:52

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I tell novelists not to write their own screenplays - with an A-list screenwriter on board it has a better chnce of getting made #scriptchat
01:51

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@lisa_kovanda and once I wrote that, I knew how to express the scene visually in script form #scriptchat
01:51

Mark Sanderson @scriptcat

RT MT @DavidWisehart: Agents’ Advice for Young #Screenwriters: To Begin, Be Great variety.com/2014/film/spot… #screenwriter #scriptchat
01:51

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

And the crowd goes crazy RT'ing a very telling point that needs to be repeated more often. [insert roar of crowd] #scriptchat
01:51

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

9 more minutes to pick @LaneShefterBish's brain on adaptations, loglines, TV series & more. #scriptchat
01:51

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@lisa_kovanda in book mode, I was describing the heat and the smell and the rumblings in her belly... #scriptchat
01:49

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If you don't know what makes your story unique you shouldn't be writing it : 0 #scriptchat
Retweeted by Mrs. Outlaw
01:51

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

.@LaneShefterBish is teaching webinar for @writersstore on Feb 15th on developing & pitching TV series writersstore.com/developing-and… #scriptchat
01:51

Sona Charaipotra @sona_c

Do you see a lot more novelists adapting their own material, like Rainbow Rowell and E. Lockart? #scriptchat
01:51

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@lisa_kovanda there's a scene where my character is looking at food and starving, but she can't eat it... #scriptchat
01:50

Three Lives Movie @ThreeLivesMovie

Bang2Write | 8 Female-Centric Biopics That Need Writing NOW: Biopics and true story dramas DOMINAT... bit.ly/1D7Ngtf #scriptchat
01:49

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If you don't know what makes your story unique you shouldn't be writing it : 0 #scriptchat
Retweeted by Lisa Kovanda
01:50

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@lisa_kovanda and doing one helps you figure out the other side #scriptchat
01:49

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If you don't know what makes your story unique you shouldn't be writing it : 0 #scriptchat
Retweeted by Randi
01:49

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If you don't know what makes your story unique you shouldn't be writing it : 0 #scriptchat
Retweeted by VINCE CONSIDINE
01:48

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If you want to know how to write the perfect Logline - pick up my book when it comes out this year *smiles broadly* #scriptchat
Retweeted by Women in Film&Video
01:49

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If you don't know what makes your story unique you shouldn't be writing it : 0 #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jeanne V Bowerman
01:49

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If you don't know what makes your story unique you shouldn't be writing it : 0 #scriptchat
Retweeted by max adams
01:49

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If you don't know what makes your story unique you shouldn't be writing it : 0 #scriptchat
01:26

Anthony Schiavino @pulptone

I've always thought what works on page doesn't always work on screen. That's why they're adaptations. Keep the heart but adjust #scriptchat
Retweeted by Katty A. Solórzano
01:48

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If you want to know how to write the perfect Logline - pick up my book when it comes out this year *smiles broadly* #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jeanne V Bowerman
01:49

Lisa Kovanda @lisa_kovanda

I'm with you, @blueneumann I love both screenwriting and novel writing. Love adapting my own material. #scriptchat
01:49

Katty A. Solórzano @clioteorica

@LaneShefterBish God knows we've been remaking Cinderella like... forever. I'm still stuck on the "unique" quality. #Scriptchat
01:49

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish I shall pimp your book to our writers happily on that day. #scriptchat
01:49

Randi @Reileen4

@jeannevb @LaneShefterBish you probably get a new story after the two go at it..I wonder how different method writers commingle #scriptchat
01:48

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

@jeannevb awwwwwww #scriptchat
01:48

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@LaneShefterBish Touché #scriptchat
01:48

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If you want to know how to write the perfect Logline - pick up my book when it comes out this year *smiles broadly* #scriptchat
01:48

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Let me tell you, @LaneShefterBish is brilliant in the room. Fast-thinking and on her game. #justsayin #scriptchat
01:47

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

Sometimes it comes down to studios knowing distribution arms don't know how to sell something. Ugh. #scriptchat
01:47

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

It sounds fun doing that with a screenwriter (or novel writer), but what if you want to do both? #scriptchat
01:45

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I don't know why fantasy is so hard to set up - possibly becz the game market has that wrapped up & because fantasy is expensive #scriptchat
Retweeted by VINCE CONSIDINE
01:47

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Yes, screenwriters pitch me their "take" on the material and I decide if it's the direction I want to pursue #scriptchat
01:47

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish I seriously have chills thinking about being in that room. #scriptchat
01:47

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@LaneShefterBish Perhaps give a schematic for the perfect logline? #scriptchat
01:46

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

Long while back we couldn't sell a hot comedic horror pitch, suits loved the pitch but said marketing arms couldn't sell it. #scriptchat
01:46

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish love that! Breaking story together. Fantastic. #scriptchat
01:46

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LaneShefterBish Do the screenwriters (if author isn't adapting) pitch you their take on the material? What would that include? #scriptchat
01:46

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

They help each other with their different perspectives on the same material #scriptchat
01:46

R.D. @rdlln

14 minutes left to pick @LaneShefterBish's brain on #scriptchat
01:46

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I love putting the author and screenwriter in the same room! #scriptchat
01:46

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@blueneumann @JAEL488 @LaneShefterBish Maybe a follow-up to GoT. “Royal Flushes” perhaps? #scriptchat
01:46

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I don't know why fantasy is so hard to set up - possibly becz the game market has that wrapped up & because fantasy is expensive #scriptchat
01:45

Randi @Reileen4

@LaneShefterBish @DirkWalv can I have your magical wand? #scriptchat
01:45

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish do you ever let the author and the screenwriter in the same room together? *cracks knuckles* #scriptchat
01:45

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@JAEL488 @LaneShefterBish I imagine especially with, everyone wants the next Game Of Thrones #scriptchat
01:45

R.D. @rdlln

15 minutes left to pick @LaneShefterBish's on #scriptchat
01:45

VINCE CONSIDINE @JAEL488

@LaneShefterBish even with the success of Game of thrones #scriptchat
01:44

David A. Youngquist @Al_1701

@LaneShefterBish What's fantasy's problem? #scriptchat
01:44

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

@LaneShefterBish That's interesting. Is fantasy handicapped because of expense or lack of broad stream audiences? #scriptchat
01:44

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Hard to say which is my favorite - I just love that there ARE so many book to screen adaptations these days... #scriptchat
01:41

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Well, the naked girls arrived. That means we must be trending... or they like my bartending skills. #scriptchat
Retweeted by Screenwriters' Fest
01:22

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

Hollywood wants profit. You convince the suits a "diversity" project will make money, they'll foot the bill. #scriptchat
Retweeted by Colin Holmes
01:43

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Every genre is always in demand (except for fantasy) if the story is great #scriptchat
01:43

Randi @Reileen4

@jeannevb you're such an over achiever #scriptchat @blueneumann
01:43

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LaneShefterBish What's your favorite book to screen adaptation? What to you made it so successful? #scriptchat
01:43

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@CelluloidBlonde hey, hot girls aspire to write too. #scriptchat
01:43

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@dwacon @CelluloidBlonde @Jeanevb we're all different skin colours. Observe! #scriptchat
01:42

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

@LaneShefterBish @DirkWalv Do you find any particular genre easier or more likely to sell? #scriptchat
01:42

Randi @Reileen4

@blueneumann now you're just being childish; where's the naked girls? Am I in the wrong #scriptchat ?
01:42

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@CelluloidBlonde @Jeanevb Maybe they heard someone mention diversity? #scriptchat
01:42

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I turn novels in TV series all the time @DirkWalv #scriptchat
01:41

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

@jeanevb Um, who invited the Sexting Asian? [dark look] #scriptchat
01:41

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@DirkWalv (cough) The Stand! #scriptchat
01:41

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

At least they are LIVE. #scriptchat
01:41

Dirk Walvoord @DirkWalv

What about turning novels into TV series? #scriptchat
01:41

Randi @Reileen4

@LaneShefterBish what if your really great idea isn't written yet? I could help my partner & add a pitch trailer? #scriptchat
01:41

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

oh there's always hot naked girls waiting, it's the internet! go away, we're talking about books! #scriptchat
01:41

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Well, the naked girls arrived. That means we must be trending... or they like my bartending skills. #scriptchat
01:40

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@jeannevb I just gotta figure out that ending #scriptchat
01:11

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I am always recommending screenwriters turn their screenplays into novels! It will help their screenplay sell. #scriptchat
Retweeted by SRS
01:40

Sеxting asian @kyzawefumej

НOT NAKED GIRLS LIVE АND WAITING ► bit.ly/1ALqt3y! #whatsapp #scriptchat #atomicchat #vismaviedemaman #jwed
01:40

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@blueneumann DO IT! I'm writing my next story idea as both novel & script. #scriptchat
01:40

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Do it @blueneumann - you won't regret it #scriptchat
01:39

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

There's a script of mine I've wanted to turn into a novel b/c it'd be a hard movie to get made #scriptchat
01:39

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Great advice @jeannevb #scriptchat
01:39

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish Totally different skill set! I always tell writers to practice adaptations on public domain material. #scriptchat
01:39

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@LaneShefterBish I adapted a script into a novella. #scriptchat
01:39

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

@jeannevb @CelluloidBlonde It is a new approach, it's interesting. #scriptchat
01:38

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Its a completely different skill set than just screenwriting original material #scriptchat
01:38

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I look for screenwriters who have done lots of adaptations before. #scriptchat
01:38

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@CelluloidBlonde that's why I wanted Lane here. Such a refreshing, new direction. #scriptchat
Retweeted by max adams
01:38

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Great question @SarahAlexis41 #scriptchat
01:38

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@jeannevb I’ll take a Pixley Punch. A jigger of rum with a prune and a chicken foot in it. Neat. #scriptchat
01:38

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@CelluloidBlonde that's why I wanted Lane here. Such a refreshing, new direction. #scriptchat
01:38

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LaneShefterBish What do you look for in screenwriters who would be a good fit w/the material when bringing them in on projects? #scriptchat
01:37

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

The project sells on the uniqueness of the book material @CelluloidBlonde #scriptchat
01:37

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish I'm here for your entertainment... and for bartending :) *curtsy* #scriptchat
01:37

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

That's new. #scriptchat
01:37

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

@LaneShefterBish So the package sells on synergy of concept & book and film interest alone? #scriptchat
13:00

Scott Myers @GoIntoTheStory

Over 80 notable movie scripts from the last 5 years available for download - free, legal ow.ly/HNJD6 #screenwriting #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jason Jerome Schultz
01:36

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Exactly @blueneumann - the material guides you to what format it should be adapted to #scriptchat
01:36

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

LOL @jeannevb #scriptchat
01:36

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@LaneShefterBish the best format for the adaptation, right? #scriptchat
01:36

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish They need to start calling you Wonder Woman Whisperer! #scriptchat
14:15

No Film School @nofilmschool

Academy Nicholl Fellowships in #screenwriting Now Open, Early Deadline March 2nd bit.ly/1GR4XmE #scriptchat pic.twitter.com/pNHj2UW3Bd
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01:35

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I do TV series, feature films, limited series (mini-series) and MOWs - all from books #scriptchat
01:35

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish do you only look at the material in terms of movies or do you ever set up TV series deals? #scriptchat
01:34

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@dwacon @CelluloidBlonde I misread that as "Adult Desires" and thought "I gotta visit Mississippi!" #scriptchat
01:34

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

@DirkWalv Damn. I forgot chocolate. #scriptchat
01:34

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Content is king! #scriptchat
01:34

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I have set up more than 2 dozen properties and have yet to package with talent first (except screeenwriters) #scriptchat
01:34

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@CelluloidBlonde Reminds me of a spot I visited in Mississippi. “Adult Desserts.” Banana Split w/ Kahlua fudge & Godiva liquor… #scriptchat
01:34

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

@LaneShefterBish How much talent packaging goes into setting up the book/film deal? #scriptchat
00:50

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Get your Q’s ready for ’The Book Whisperer” @LaneShefterBish in 10 minutes! #scriptchat scriptchat.blogspot.com/2015/01/lane-s…
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01:22

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

Hollywood wants profit. You convince the suits a "diversity" project will make money, they'll foot the bill. #scriptchat
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01:33

Dirk Walvoord @DirkWalv

max adams - no chocolate? #scriptchat
01:33

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@CelluloidBlonde you bought them from the same truck! #scriptchat
01:32

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

Back and now I have alcohol and ice cream. Beware. #scriptchat
21:10

Kris Bock @Kris_Bock

Writing Good Villains in screenplays by @dougeboch (workds for novels, too!) letsschmooze.blogspot.com/2015/01/writin… #scriptchat #writetip
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01:32

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@lisa_kovanda @LaneShefterBish Considering China and Dubai are the big investors these days... #scriptchat
01:32

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Because I set up mostly book proposals and partials I avoid the "must have bestseller sales" or "int'l sales" issues #scriptchat
01:32

David A. Youngquist @Al_1701

@LaneShefterBish It can also depend on the demographic target. A young adult novel will tend to be shorter. #scriptchat
01:32

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@blueneumann snappin' necks, cashin' checks... #scriptchat
01:32

Lisa Kovanda @lisa_kovanda

#scriptchat @LaneShefterBish How much do you base decisions on overseas sales potential? It's a big deal for Hollywood now.
01:31

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

which, now that I think of it, those kids I just saw today and made a note of would be perfect for! #scriptchat
01:31

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

There is no minimum length for a novel - the length usually depends upon the type of book - memoir, drama, etc #scriptchat
01:30

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

A top-notch Logline can literally help you sell your material. #scriptchat
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01:30

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@dwacon I have a Lord Of The Flies/Last Of Us thing going on too #scriptchat
01:30

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Most importantly - It's got to highlight what is most unique about your story. #scriptchat
01:30

Alejandro G S @AGSfilmmaker

@LaneShefterBish Hi, total newbie question: is there a minimum length (in pages) for a novel? An average? #scriptchat
01:30

Randi @Reileen4

@LaneShefterBish wow, I love that idea! Do you ever look at an idea for one? An outline? Versus having a book to read? #scriptchat
01:30

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@LaneShefterBish Kosloff’s BnB on CBS was the penultimate IMHO... #scriptchat
01:30

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

A top-notch Logline can literally help you sell your material. #scriptchat
01:29

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LaneShefterBish Q: What are some of the elements of a well-crafted logline or synopsis that get your attention? #scriptchat
01:29

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@LaneShefterBish So I should dust off my “Landlord of the Roaches” mss? #scriptchat
01:29

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

To touch on loglines for a bit, @LaneShefterBish, perhaps address the importance of a quality one. #scriptchat
01:29

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

And lord knows Beauty and the Beast has been done in a million ways - as has 3 musketeers #scriptchat
01:29

Dhonielle Clayton @brownbookworm

@Al_1701 Agree! No niche-ness. #scriptchat
01:26

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@pulptone Play to the strengths of each medium to express the scene the best way possible #scriptchat
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01:29

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Definitely - a fresh take on an old classic is great. I have a project now thats a complete re-imagining of Lord of the Flies #scriptchat
01:29

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@blueneumann Did not. Got a linky link? 🙉🙈🙊 #scriptchat
01:27

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I look for books with a fresh perspective on something, a fresh take on something... #scriptchat
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01:28

David A. Youngquist @Al_1701

I think the problem is the industry thinks "universal" means no unique appeal. #scriptchat
01:28

Randi @Reileen4

@LaneShefterBish even a fresh take of an old classic? #scriptchat
01:28

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@Vivi_Tawny was just going to tweet you and @authorJamie to make sure you're here! #scriptchat
01:27

ViviAnna/TawnyStokes @Vivi_Tawny

RT @LaneShefterBish: It's actually not piutching the universal but pitching the unique, fresh and different #scriptchat
01:27

ViviAnna/TawnyStokes @Vivi_Tawny

RT @jeannevb: Here's Vast Entertainment site. Bookmark it. vast-entertainment.com #scriptchat
01:27

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

brb #scriptchat
01:27

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I look for books with a fresh perspective on something, a fresh take on something... #scriptchat
01:26

Randi @Reileen4

@LaneShefterBish how do you find interesting books when so many are diversity-phobic? #scriptchat
01:26

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

@blueneumann @dwacon I didn't read that, no. #scriptchat
01:26

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@pulptone Play to the strengths of each medium to express the scene the best way possible #scriptchat
01:26

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

but something everyone can be interested in #scriptchat
01:26

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

It's actually not piutching the universal but pitching the unique, fresh and different #scriptchat
01:24

Dhonielle Clayton @brownbookworm

@CelluloidBlonde Agreed. High concept and pitching the universal. It's how to get it in the door... sigh #scriptchat
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01:26

Anthony Schiavino @pulptone

I've always thought what works on page doesn't always work on screen. That's why they're adaptations. Keep the heart but adjust #scriptchat
01:26

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@dwacon @CelluloidBlonde did you read that article the original author wrote about "Off The Boat?" #scriptchat
00:50

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Get your Q’s ready for ’The Book Whisperer” @LaneShefterBish in 10 minutes! #scriptchat scriptchat.blogspot.com/2015/01/lane-s…
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01:24

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Here's Vast Entertainment site. Bookmark it. vast-entertainment.com #scriptchat
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01:25

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@CelluloidBlonde Comedies like “Black•ish” and “Off the Boat” are safe bets. #scriptchat
01:25

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Thanks @Reileen4 #scriptchat
01:24

Randi @Reileen4

@LaneShefterBish I like you more now #scriptchat
01:07

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

They need to be veeeeery open to changes and suggestions - and most, thankfully are. #scriptchat
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01:22

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

Hollywood wants profit. You convince the suits a "diversity" project will make money, they'll foot the bill. #scriptchat
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01:24

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

If I feel it needs a strong editor I'll recommend it #scriptchat
01:24

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Here's Vast Entertainment site. Bookmark it. vast-entertainment.com #scriptchat
23:37

Mark Sanderson @scriptcat

A few simple techniques within your control to help you survive in Hollywood’s #screenwriting trenches: bit.ly/1h5UFRr #scriptchat
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01:24

Dhonielle Clayton @brownbookworm

@CelluloidBlonde Agreed. High concept and pitching the universal. It's how to get it in the door... sigh #scriptchat
01:24

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Absolutely - if there are too many typos or grammatical errors I stop reading #scriptchat
01:24

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@CelluloidBlonde So ironically, diversity has to be universal #scriptchat
01:23

Randi @Reileen4

@LaneShefterBish in front of you (I'm sure "make sure it's edited well" would be key) #scriptchat
01:23

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

New authors can query me at Vast ENtertainment. If you catch us at a time when we are open to new material - great #scriptchat
01:23

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@CelluloidBlonde so true. #scriptchat
01:23

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

They're not going to go looking for stories with humanitarian purposes that won't make them money though. #scriptchat
01:22

Lisa Kovanda @lisa_kovanda

#scriptchat @LaneShefterBish Do you think the success Fox had with smaller budget films that weren't franchises will continue?
01:22

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

Hollywood wants profit. You convince the suits a "diversity" project will make money, they'll foot the bill. #scriptchat
01:22

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I read the book at least twice before talking with the authors agent about it #scriptchat
01:22

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@Al_1701 @LaneShefterBish But the Netflix/Amazons say they don't want to, could diversity migrate there? #scriptchat
01:22

Randi @Reileen4

@LaneShefterBish what advice would you give a new author to get their book in from of you.. And keep it there #scriptchat
01:20

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I wish Hollywood was open to more diversity #scriptchat
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01:22

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LaneShefterBish Q What's your process like? Do you read the book many times and fill with sticky tabs? Note key moments? #scriptchat
01:21

David A. Youngquist @Al_1701

@LaneShefterBish Who doesn't? Except the execs who want safe. #scriptchat
01:21

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@LaneShefterBish ABC is the diversity network. #scriptchat
01:20

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I wish Hollywood was open to more diversity #scriptchat
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01:21

Dirk Walvoord @DirkWalv

Je suis Charlie? #scriptchat
01:20

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I wish Hollywood was open to more diversity #scriptchat
01:20

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@lisa_kovanda I try to do that as well, different executions of the scene, figure out what one medium does that the other can't #scriptchat
01:20

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Amy Tintera was an unknown author with a first book #scriptchat
01:20

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I find most of my material in NY and yes i work with TONS of new authors #scriptchat
00:50

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

The best place to do #scriptchat from is here: tchat.io/rooms/scriptch… It auto-adds the hashtag! See you in 10 minutes!
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01:19

Dhonielle Clayton @brownbookworm

@LaneShefterBish Do you think the film/TV world is opening up to seeing more diversity (POC/LGTBQAI content, etc)? #scriptchat
01:19

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

thanks @jeannevb! #scriptchat
01:19

cinemahead @cinemahead

FWD meets REW: recommend writers turn their screenplays into novels! It helps screenplay sell. #scriptchat (via @LaneShefterBish) #story
01:19

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

My whole job is to preserve the heart of the story during the adaptation process : ) #scriptchat
01:19

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@laneshefterbish *pours refill, massages shoulders* you're doing great! #scriptchat
01:19

Dirk Walvoord @DirkWalv

fabulous! #scriptchat
01:18

Lisa Kovanda @lisa_kovanda

It's a different mindset for each but I'm thinking book/script the whole time I'm outlining. #scriptchat @blueneumann @LaneShefterBish
01:18

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Hopefully during @DirkWalv #scriptchat
01:18

Randi @Reileen4

@LaneShefterBish how do you find your books and do you ever work with new authors? #scriptchat
01:18

Dirk Walvoord @DirkWalv

longline book out before Madison or after? #scriptchat
01:18

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LaneShefterBish Q How do you approach preserving the heart of the story in a book (already written) when dev. it as a film? #scriptchat
01:18

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@jeannevb @LaneShefterBish Serendipity. Discussed loglines with another screenplay goddess yesterday. Would learn to hear more… #scriptchat
01:17

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Agents out of new york mostly. Once in a while I open to material on my Vast Entertainment website..,. #scriptchat
01:17

Sona Charaipotra @sona_c

@LaneShefterBish As far as books go, how does material land on your desk? Agents? Publishers? #scriptchat
01:16

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Just a head's up, @LaneShefterBish also has a loglines book coming out this year! Feel free to ask logine advice too! #scriptchat
01:16

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@LaneShefterBish so you can make the best book of the material and the best movie of the material instead of a blueprint #scriptchat
01:16

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

absolutely @blueneumann #scriptchat
01:16

Banafsheh @banafshehzia

If you were to write a story about a real historical person, who would u choose? #scriptchat
01:16

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@LaneShefterBish I imagine it helps having an idea of how to adapt it as you're writing it #scriptchat
01:15

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

none of the books i work with were written to be movies - but some are better for adaptation to film than oothers #scriptchat
01:15

GAPF @ThePitchFest

Show us how your character changes in this month's ULTIMATE LOGLINE CONTEST p0.vresp.com/lmk7HN #scriptchat
01:15

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I agree @blueneumann #scriptchat
01:15

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

it depends on the material... #scriptchat
01:14

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

sometimes I bring on a screenwriter after its set up - in order to do the adaptation #scriptchat
01:14

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

sometimes I need a screenwriter to help sell to the network by adjusting the story for their needs #scriptchat
01:14

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

I've always felt that there's something a little soulless about writing a book just to be a movie. A book should be a good book #scriptchat
00:50

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Get your Q’s ready for ’The Book Whisperer” @LaneShefterBish in 10 minutes! #scriptchat scriptchat.blogspot.com/2015/01/lane-s…
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01:14

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@CelluloidBlonde *pours* #scriptchat
01:05

Jane Friedman @JaneFriedman

Check out #scriptchat right now for a live chat w/@LaneShefterBish, who specializes in selling stories for screen adaptation.
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00:50

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Get your Q’s ready for ’The Book Whisperer” @LaneShefterBish in 10 minutes! #scriptchat scriptchat.blogspot.com/2015/01/lane-s…
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01:13

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish since you work with so many novelists who aren't screenwriters, at what stage do you pull screenwriter in? #scriptchat
01:13

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

even if they are dead their estate has the life rights usually - always check with an atty #scriptchat
01:13

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

@jeannevb #scriptchat You bet. Smooch!
01:13

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@LaneShefterBish Scarlett? I don’t give a damn, #scriptchat
01:13

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LaneShefterBish Say a screenwriter did turn a screenplay into a novel, what would the next steps be you recommend they take? #scriptchat
01:13

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

There are always legal issues with material based on real people #scriptchat
01:13
Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

The book will help the screenplay sell. Which came first - no one has to know but you : ) #scriptchat
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01:13

Lyudmyla Mayorska @LudmylaFirebird

@LaneShefterBish does that mean writers and agents, or writers that have agents? :) #scriptchat
00:50

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

The best place to do #scriptchat from is here: tchat.io/rooms/scriptch… It auto-adds the hashtag! See you in 10 minutes!
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01:13

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

The book will help the screenplay sell. Which came first - no one has to know but you : ) #scriptchat
01:13

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@DianeFontaineXO hauntings #scriptchat
01:13

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@CelluloidBlonde thanks, Max! #scriptchat
01:12

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

She has soooo many layers #scriptchat
01:12

Diane Fontaine @DianeFontaineXO

What issues do you see, if any, when the book is based on real people all of whom are long dead? #scriptchat
01:12

Randi @Reileen4

@LaneShefterBish what sells more? If you do which first? Does it matter? #scriptchat
01:12

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I admit I'm a huge Gone With The Wind fan - I love the character of Scarlett #scriptchat
01:12

max adams @CelluloidBlonde

There is an interesting #scriptchat going down right now btw if you're online and thinking screenplay & adaptations.
01:12

Banafsheh @banafshehzia

What is your favourite character ever written? #scriptchat
01:11

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Underlying material is very valuable these days #scriptchat
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01:11

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish awesome! #scriptchat
01:11

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Underlying material is very valuable these days #scriptchat
01:11

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@LaneShefterBish Ah. Problem with duplication of titles... #scriptchat
01:11

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I am always recommending screenwriters turn their screenplays into novels! It will help their screenplay sell. #scriptchat
01:10

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

and a bit of action adventure too #scriptchat
01:10

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish what about screenwriters who want to turn their scripts into novels? Would you recommend it? #scriptchat
01:10

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Live action drama #scriptchat
01:10

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

REBOOT, the novel by Amy Tintera #scriptchat
01:09

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

At it's heart, a good story to me is something the widest audience possible can relate to #scriptchat
01:09

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@LaneShefterBish The CGI animated REBOOT ??? #scriptchat
01:08

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LaneShefterBish Working in both scripted & reality, film & TV, what do you think it all boils down to in terms of a good story? #scriptchat
01:08

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Though the first project I ever set up THE DUFF comes to theaters feb 20 #scriptchat
01:08

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

current property I'm working on is REBOOT by Amy Tintera, with Peter Chernin and Fox 2000 #scriptchat
01:07

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

They need to be veeeeery open to changes and suggestions - and most, thankfully are. #scriptchat
01:07

David A. Youngquist @Al_1701

Executive meddling. Well, if they have good ideas, why not? #scriptchat
01:07

Joy Shefter @blondvision

What current proper #scriptchat
01:07

Joy Shefter @blondvision

What current property #scriptchat
01:05

Jane Friedman @JaneFriedman

Check out #scriptchat right now for a live chat w/@LaneShefterBish, who specializes in selling stories for screen adaptation.
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01:07

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish what advice would have for authors/screenwriters about taking notes? #scriptchat
01:06

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@SarahAlexis4 :) #scriptchat
01:06

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

In fact network and studio exes love that they can make suggestions that may end up changing the book #scriptchat
01:06

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Development is fun because I can affect the final novel! #scriptchat
01:06

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@JaneFriedman *clink* Thanks, Jane! @LaneShefterBish #scriptchat
01:05

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish since you're working with partials, what's the development process like & does it affect the final novel? #scriptchat
01:05

Eitan @AnotherEitan

Stop trying to get writers you don't know to read your script. It will not help your career. #scriptchat
21:10

Kris Bock @Kris_Bock

Writing Good Villains in screenplays by @dougeboch (workds for novels, too!) letsschmooze.blogspot.com/2015/01/writin… #scriptchat #writetip
Retweeted by Sharon Arthur Moore
01:05

Jane Friedman @JaneFriedman

Check out #scriptchat right now for a live chat w/@LaneShefterBish, who specializes in selling stories for screen adaptation.
01:04

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

sometimes even before Publishers see the material #scriptchat
01:04

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@blueneumann Turban and crystal ball? #scriptchat
01:04

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

I work with writers agents out of NY - they send me book proposals and partials #scriptchat
01:04

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@jeannevb Jinx. ;) #scriptchat
01:03

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

It needs to have a strong "hook" - some thing I can sell in a sentence #scriptchat
01:03

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@Secretoriginz easiest site to chat from is here tchat.io/rooms/scriptch… #scriptchat
01:03

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

how does one discover books before they're written? #scriptchat
01:03

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LaneShefterBish Q: What do you look for in a book/story as signs of strong potential for adaptation? #scriptchat
01:03

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

So @LaneShefterBish what is main thing that attracts you to a story in order to consider it for adaptation? #scriptchat
01:03

Don @Secretoriginz

#scriptchat here or via another site?
01:03

David A. Youngquist @Al_1701

Cool #scriptchat
01:02

Alejandro G S @AGSfilmmaker

Hi! #scriptchat
01:02

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

: ) #scriptchat
01:00

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

It’s #SCRIPTCHAT O’CLOCK with ‘The Book Whisperer & CEO of Vast Entertainment @LaneShefterBish scriptchat.blogspot.com/2015/01/lane-s…
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01:02

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LaneShefterBish *pours tequila* I'll be refilling you all night. :) #scriptchat
01:01

Chris Neumann @blueneumann

Hellooo #scriptchat
01:01

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

In case you didnt read her bio (tsk tsk), Lane is known as The Book Whisperer. She discovers novels before they're even written! #scriptchat
01:01

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Thanks for having me in - excited to be here #scriptchat
01:01

Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LaneShefterBish Welcome and thank you for joining us! #scriptchat
01:01

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish

Thanks! #scriptchat
01:00

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

I'm so excited to introduce you all to @LaneShefterBish! I met her at DC Women in Film event & she blew me away! Welcome, Lane! #scriptchat
01:00

Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@jeannevb @LaneShefterBish W00t W00t #scriptchat
01:00

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

It’s #SCRIPTCHAT O’CLOCK with ‘The Book Whisperer & CEO of Vast Entertainment @LaneShefterBish scriptchat.blogspot.com/2015/01/lane-s…

Sunday, January 18, 2015

Lane Shefter-Bishop Guests on Scriptchat January 25, 2014

We're excited to have 'The Book Whisperer' on Scriptchat Sunday, January 25th! To prep for Lane Shefter-Bishop's guest spot, check out her CNN "one on one" to see how Lane's groundbreaking strategies are changing the world of adaptations.

Look for her book on loglines coming out this year! It's a must-read. We'll keep you posted on it's publication date, and she's teaching a Developing and Pitching a TV Series webinar via The Writers Store on Thursday, February 19th at 1PM PST.

Until then, set your calendars for Scriptchat on Sunday...

Sunday, January 25th from 5:00 to 6:00 PM PT

Best site to chat from is here.

Chat instructions are here.

Lane Shefter Bishop @LaneShefterBish is a multi-award winning producer/director who has received numerous accolades for her work including an EMMY, six Telly Awards, a Videographer Award, three Communicator Awards, a Sherril C. Corwin Award, an Aurora Award, a Davey Award, a New York Festivals Award and the DGA Fellowship Award for Episodic Television.

Currently, Ms. Bishop is CEO of Vast Entertainment, a book-to-screen company with numerous projects in various stages of development, including feature films: REBOOT (Peter Chernin/Chernin Ent) for Fox 2000, BLOODY MARY:ORIGINS (Neal Moritz/Original Films), ACCUSED (Mike Medavoy/Phoenix Pictures), THE FALLEN (Film Engine), THE LAST APPLE (Ineffable Pictures), HEMLOCK (Ivan Reitman/Montecito Picture Co.), and THE DUFF (McG/Wonderland – currently in post) for CBS Films; MOWs: OPERATION MARRIED BY CHRISTMAS [with LeAnn Rimes] for ABC Family, and THE CHOKING GAME for Lifetime, which Ms. Bishop also directed, and Television Series: CONFESSIONS OF A SOCIOPATH (Scott Stuber Productions) and DIVE (Doug Wick/Red Wagon). Additionally, Ms. Bishop co-produced the feature film ASSASSINATION GAMES for MPCA. Ms. Bishop is also the former EVP of Motion Pictures and Television at TwinStar Entertainment.

In addition to her scripted fare, Ms. Bishop also has extensive experience in reality television. Vast is currently partnered on all non-scripted programming with Bishop-Lyons Entertainment, which has a first-look deal with ITV Studios. To date, Ms. Bishop has directed more than two dozen sizzle reels as well as pilots for BLE, including VISIONARIES (partnered with Left/Right) for AMC, BARBADORO COMPOUND (ITV/MTV) and REINVENTION (Fox TV Studios) – which are going to series. Moreover, Ms. Bishop just finished shooting a pilot episode of the new show GEARS.

Ms. Bishop is also a three-time speaker at the WGA as well as at numerous writers conferences around the country and is authoring the book LOGLINES; THE ART OF SELLING YOUR STORY IN A SINGLE SENTENCE, which will be published in 2015.

Ms. Bishop began her work in the industry at Moxie Productions, where she produced and directed projects for such networks as ABC, Showtime, HBO and MTV. She has directed numerous television shows and five feature-length motion pictures, including THE DAY LABORERS (aka Los Jornaleros), which received Official Selection in Edward James Olmos’ LA Latino Int’l Film Festival , Cine Accion (San Fran), OutFest (Hollywood), Reel Affirmations (Wash DC), NewFest (NY) as well as the Milan International Film Festival (Italy). The film was distributed through HBO and Blockbuster.

Ms. Bishop holds a B.A. in Literature from UC Santa Barbara and an M.F.A. in Production from USC’s School of Cinema/Television. She is a director-member of the Directors Guild of America and the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.

Literary Manager Lee Stobby Transcript - January 18, 2014

While other were watching the NFL championship games, #scriptchat was hanging with literary manager Lee Stobby @LeeStobby (bio here). This is why you should never, ever miss a chat. Lee gave great advice and insights for writers trying to break into Hollywood.

Storify site wasn't loaded the tweets, so unfortunately, we're going old school and had to copy the tweets from tchat, which means you'll need to scroll all the way down to the bottom and read them backwards. My apologies, but it was out of my control. I'll keep trying to get the transcript from Storify so it'll be easier to read. Enjoy! @jeannevb

Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb
Now let's hope Storify works tonight. I'll post the transcript ASAP! Thanks again @LeeStobby! #scriptchat
02:03
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@cynatnite2009 @jeannevb definitely not. Only need one great script. #scriptchat
02:03
R.D. @rdlln

I created a volafile chat if anyone wants to talk #screenwriting volafile.io/r/Ss5DUZ #scriptchat #scriptpack
02:03
Sarah Anne Sumpolec @SarahSumpolec

@LeeStobby thanks for your time!!! #scriptchat
02:02
J. J. Hillard @Hillizard

#scriptchat @LeeStobby Yes, your experience and insight are much appreciated.
01:59
Kevin Cleary @ThatKevinCleary

How To Develop, Sell & Write a TV Miniseries Webinar writersstore.com/how-to-develop… #scriptchat #screenwriting #writing #scriptwriting
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02:02
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Next week we have 'The Book Whisperer" @LaneShefterBish on #scriptchat plus TONS of great 2015 guests coming up scriptchat.blogspot.com/p/chat-topic-s…
02:00
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Thanks so much @LeeStobby for hanging with us & bringing your unfiltered thoughts to help our writers! #scriptchat
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02:01
Alejandro G S @AGSfilmmaker

@LeeStobby thanks for your time, great chat. #scriptchat
02:01
Michael Mendoza @Z_FilmCinema

@LeeStobby @Z_FilmCinema Love it. Thank you for your time! #scriptchat
02:01
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@jeannevb @LeeStobby Absolutely second that. Hope to see you again down the line. Good luck. #scriptchat
02:00
Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

Final Five Plug: The bit.ly/BlackLarryDavid #scriptchat
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02:00
Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

Final Five Plug: The bit.ly/BlackLarryDavid #scriptchat
02:00
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@Z_FilmCinema @LeeStobby It's true for some reps potentially but not for me. #scriptchat
02:00
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Thanks so much @LeeStobby for hanging with us & bringing your unfiltered thoughts to help our writers! #scriptchat
02:00
Jon James Miller @JonJimMiller

@LeeStobby thanks for your time and have a blast in Sundance! #scriptchat
02:00
William C. Martell @wcmartell

@LeeStobby Thank you for taking the time to answer our questions. #scriptchat
02:00
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@LeeStobby absolutely, thanks for your time, it's very much appreciated #scriptchat
02:00
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@LeeStobby absolutely, thanks for your time, it's very much appreciates #scriptchat
01:59
Kevin Cleary @ThatKevinCleary

How To Develop, Sell & Write a TV Miniseries Webinar writersstore.com/how-to-develop… #scriptchat #screenwriting #writing #scriptwriting
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01:59
Kevin Cleary @ThatKevinCleary

How To Develop, Sell & Write a TV Miniseries Webinar writersstore.com/how-to-develop… #scriptchat #screenwriting #writing #scriptwriting
01:59
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LeeStobby Thank you so much for taking our questions. All the best to you and your clients this year! #scriptchat
01:59
Michael Mendoza @Z_FilmCinema

@LeeStobby @Z_FilmCinema I agree! Just heard agents/managers prefer a writer with certain genre to market them, curious if true #scriptchat
01:59
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@jeannevb @blueneumann It also helps if you have a drink in your hand ;) #scriptchat
01:59
Neil Shurley @ThatNeilGuy

RT @wcmartell Final Five Plug #2: New Blue Book on first ten pages. Over 300 pages, under $4. amazon.com/Hook-Screenwri… #scriptchat
01:59
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@SarahAlexis4 @LeeStobby Now is when the real work starts! #scriptchat
01:59
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@blueneumann that's why I sit back and let you guys do the hard work. :) #moderatortips #scriptchat
01:58
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LeeStobby Q: You sign a new client, what's usually the first piece of guidance/advice you give them? #scriptchat
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01:58
J. J. Hillard @Hillizard

@blueneumann #scriptchat Nope, sad to say,and now you've made ME unhappy!
01:58
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

I wish I had questions to ask in these things. #scriptchat
01:48
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@JonJimMiller @MyTrackingBoard Nicholls @PAGEawards are my favorites. #scriptchat
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01:57
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@MailKaimp @LeeStobby as I always say, "Just don't suck... in craft or in personality." #my2cents #scriptchat
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01:58
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LeeStobby Q: You sign a new client, what's usually the first piece of guidance/advice you give them? #scriptchat
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01:58
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LeeStobby Q: You sign a new client, what's usually the first piece of guidance/advice you give them? #scriptchat
01:57
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@MailKaimp @LeeStobby as I always say, "Just don't suck... in craft or in personality." #my2cents #scriptchat
01:55
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@Z_FilmCinema @LeeStobby If that is the genre the writer knows how to write best. But great writer can write anything. #scriptchat
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01:57
Real Time Deals @ebayrt

@wcmartell Hook 'em In Ten! (screenwriting Blue Books Boo... amazon.com/Hook-Screenwri… #scriptchat #Amazon #AmazonUS pic.twitter.com/MNbupRW7vc
01:57
William C. Martell @wcmartell

Final Five Plug #2: New Blue Book on first ten pages. Over 300 pages, under $4. amazon.com/Hook-Screenwri… #scriptchat
01:56
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby Good luck and good fortune to you and your client at Sundance!\ #scriptchat
01:56
MailKaimp @MailKaimp

@LeeStobby whats a dealbreaker on the page? in the room? #scriptchat
01:55
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Read preface of TOUGH LOVE & I’m in LOVE w @TLScreenwriting’s BOOK! Love, love, motherfucking love it! toughlovescreenwriting.com #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jon James Miller
01:56
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

Just wanted to say: I'm going to be at Sundance with my Client's film. If you see me in the snow, say hi!!! #scriptchat
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01:56
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

Just wanted to say: I'm going to be at Sundance with my Client's film. If you see me in the snow, say hi!!! #scriptchat
01:54
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby Dones't bother me. I prefer dark stuff. #scriptchat
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01:55
William C. Martell @wcmartell

Final Five Plug: All of the Film Courage interviews with me on one convenient page:sex-in-a-sub.blogspot.com/2014/12/film-c… #scriptchat
01:55
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@Z_FilmCinema @LeeStobby If that is the genre the writer knows how to write best. But great writer can write anything. #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jon James Miller
01:55
William C. Martell @wcmartell

Final Five Plug: All of the Film Courage interviews with me on one convenient page: #scriptchat
01:55
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@Z_FilmCinema @LeeStobby If that is the genre the writer knows how to write best. But great writer can write anything. #scriptchat
01:55
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Read preface of TOUGH LOVE & I’m in LOVE w @TLScreenwriting’s BOOK! Love, love, motherfucking love it! toughlovescreenwriting.com #scriptchat
01:55
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby that's where great characters can be found :) #scriptchat
01:54
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby Dones't bother me. I prefer dark stuff. #scriptchat
01:53
Michael Mendoza @Z_FilmCinema

@LeeStobby From an agent's/manager's POV should a writer stick to one genre for the most part? #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jon James Miller
01:53
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby Does rating matter to you as a manager? For ex: I write R-rated dark action thrillers-- can that be a turnoff? #scriptchat
01:53
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@Hillizard Did you ever see that video of the world's happiest man? It was a french guy who didn't even smile. #scriptchat
01:53
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

A few more minutes with @LeeStobby... get him another vodka & ask away! #scriptchat
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01:53
Michael Mendoza @Z_FilmCinema

@LeeStobby From an agent's/manager's POV should a writer stick to one genre for the most part? #scriptchat
01:53
J. J. Hillard @Hillizard

@blueneumann #scriptchat LMAO!!
01:53
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

A few more minutes with @LeeStobby... get him another vodka & ask away! #scriptchat
01:52
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@Hillizard Why would it have a happy ending, it's set in Paris. #scriptchat
01:46
Marian Evans @devt

At last! A new site that links to film scripts written by women, tx @mariaajudice! rewritehollywood.tumblr.com #scriptchat #womeninfilm
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01:52
J. J. Hillard @Hillizard

@wcmartell @LeeStobby #scriptchat Louisiana? Now that's foreign!!
01:51
J. J. Hillard @Hillizard

@blueneumann #scriptchat Yes, esp. if it doesn't have a happy ending! ;-)
01:51
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@Hillizard @LeeStobby Potentially but ALWAYS do what serves your story. Don't do anything because you think it will help sell #scriptchat
01:51
William C. Martell @wcmartell

@Hillizard @LeeStobby They're gonna make it in Vancouver or Louisiana or Romania... #scriptchat
01:46
Marian Evans @devt

At last! A new site that links to film scripts written by women, tx @mariaajudice! rewritehollywood.tumblr.com #scriptchat #womeninfilm
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01:46
Marian Evans @devt

At last! A new site that links to film scripts written by women, tx @mariaajudice! rewritehollywood.tumblr.com #scriptchat #womeninfilm
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01:51
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@Hillizard Would you see a movie just because it was set in Paris or Spain? #scriptchat
01:46
Marian Evans @devt

At last! A new site that links to film scripts written by women, tx @mariaajudice! rewritehollywood.tumblr.com #scriptchat #womeninfilm
Retweeted by Femme Malheureuse
01:46
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@blueneumann @FinalAct4 Readability is SOOO important. #scriptchat
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01:49
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

I know when I'm in good hands when I read, and there are no speed bumps and I don't have the urge to change anything #scriptchat
Retweeted by Chris Neumann
01:50
J. J. Hillard @Hillizard

#scriptchat @LeeStobby Is a script w/ an overseas setting more likely to attract studio attention in terms of potential for large audiences?
01:49
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

I know when I'm in good hands when I read, and there are no speed bumps and I don't have the urge to change anything #scriptchat
01:49
Jon James Miller @JonJimMiller

@LeeStobby how many clients do you have currently? #scriptchat
01:49
Madam I'm Adam @FinalFenwayFict

@LeeStobby You've been at number of diff management companies in recent years, now you're on your own. What makes for good fit? #scriptchat
01:48
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby fast is great for editing and reading-- especially since scripts have to be reread SO MANY TIMES #scriptchat
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01:48
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby fast is great for editing and reading-- especially since scripts have to be reread SO MANY TIMES #scriptchat
01:48
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@JonJimMiller @MyTrackingBoard Nicholls @PAGEawards are my favorites. #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jon James Miller
01:46
Marian Evans @devt

At last! A new site that links to film scripts written by women, tx @mariaajudice! rewritehollywood.tumblr.com #scriptchat #womeninfilm
Retweeted by NomadicWriter
01:48
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@JonJimMiller @MyTrackingBoard Nicholls @PAGEawards are my favorites. #scriptchat
01:46
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@blueneumann @FinalAct4 Readability is SOOO important. #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jeanne V Bowerman
01:48
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby @blueneumann @FinalAct4 smooth and fast-- always a plus #scriptchat
01:46
Marian Evans @devt

At last! A new site that links to film scripts written by women, tx @mariaajudice! rewritehollywood.tumblr.com #scriptchat #womeninfilm
Retweeted by cirrus intortus
01:47
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby @OfSoundnVision There's a lot of good TV on #scriptchat
01:46
Marian Evans @devt

At last! A new site that links to film scripts written by women, tx @mariaajudice! rewritehollywood.tumblr.com #scriptchat #womeninfilm
Retweeted by Jon James Miller
01:02
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

I'm sure you all have a ton of questions for literary manager @LeeStobby. Shut the game off & pick his brain! #scriptchat
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01:46
Jon James Miller @JonJimMiller

@LeeStobby do you recommend any contests to submit to? #scriptchat
01:46
Marian Evans @devt

At last! A new site that links to film scripts written by women, tx @mariaajudice! rewritehollywood.tumblr.com #scriptchat #womeninfilm
01:46
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@blueneumann @FinalAct4 Readability is SOOO important. #scriptchat
01:45
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@FinalAct4 Having said that, my troubles with reading scripts make me adamant to make my stuff as readable as possible #scriptchat
01:45
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@jcolinholmes @FinalAct4 I've been mixing specs and produced. #scriptchat
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01:45
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@jcolinholmes @FinalAct4 I've been mixing specs and produced. #scriptchat
01:45
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@FinalAct4 So many scripts feel like blueprints, and I can't enjoy a blueprint, even if I can understand it. #scriptchat
01:45
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@jcolinholmes specs on The Black List in a lot of cases will be made, so it's nice sometimes to read it before it's a movie #scriptchat
01:45
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@OfSoundnVision I love GAME OF THRONES, THE GOOD WIFE. Looking for same things from scripts. Great writing and characters. #scriptchat
01:07
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

For those trickling in, we have literary manager @LeeStobby as our guest tonight so ask away! #scriptchat
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01:44
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@FinalAct4 I feel like a shitty writer for saying that, but I'd rather read books or something MEANT to be read. #scriptchat
01:43
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@SarahAlexis4 @LeeStobby From black list: ONE FELL SWOOP, A GARDEN AT THE END..., ROTHCHILD, BIRD BOX, ERIN'S VOICE (<_<) #scriptchat
Retweeted by Michael Mendoza
01:07
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

For those trickling in, we have literary manager @LeeStobby as our guest tonight so ask away! #scriptchat
Retweeted by Aries
01:44
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@FinalAct4 I kinda want to, but at the same time, I HATE reading scripts. There are so few that hold my attention. #scriptchat
01:44
Colin Holmes @jcolinholmes

@finalact4 I'd rather read great produced scripts than specs. Learn the reason those screenplays got made. #scriptchat
01:44
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@FinalAct4 That's been my target goal so far too. Been doing at least two reads a week. #scriptchat
01:43
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby @SarahAlexis4 Started Bird Box today, it has a great opening... haiku style #scriptchat
01:43
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@SarahAlexis4 @LeeStobby From black list: ONE FELL SWOOP, A GARDEN AT THE END..., ROTHCHILD, BIRD BOX, ERIN'S VOICE (<_<) #scriptchat
01:42
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

Reading good writing makes you a better writer-- new year's resolution two specs a week, anyone else on board? #scriptchat
01:30
ScreenwritersUtopia @screenutopia

Does your script concept immediately convey conflict? Is it a cinematic/visual concept? #screenwriting #scriptchat screenwritersutopia.com/article/6cd07d
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01:41
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LeeStobby Some of your favorite scripts you read this year (or beyond) that you recommend writers check out? #scriptchat
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01:41
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LeeStobby Some of your favorite scripts you read this year (or beyond) that you recommend writers check out? #scriptchat
01:39
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@LeeStobby @dwacon Focus on why your idea is awesome, not the details. Therefore, only include the AWESOME details. #scriptchat
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01:39
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@LeeStobby @dwacon Focus on why your idea is awesome, not the details. Therefore, only include the AWESOME details. #scriptchat
Retweeted by William C. Martell
01:39
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@RodThompson @LeeStobby 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY. #scriptchat
01:39
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@LeeStobby @dwacon Focus on why your idea is awesome, not the details. Therefore, only include the AWESOME details. #scriptchat
01:39
MysteryRodThompson @RodThompson

.@leestobby What's your favorite movie? #scriptchat
01:38
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@dwacon @LeeStobby keep super simple, sell the film / show not just a beat sheet. It has to read well. #scriptchat
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01:38
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@dwacon @LeeStobby keep super simple, sell the film / show not just a beat sheet. It has to read well. #scriptchat
01:37
Jon James Miller @JonJimMiller

@LeeStobby where do you look for IP? Is there any specific databases/sites for it? #scriptchat
01:07
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

For those trickling in, we have literary manager @LeeStobby as our guest tonight so ask away! #scriptchat
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01:36
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby I get recommendations from consultants all the time. #scriptchat
01:36
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@StarrburyMike Hey Mike! I need to get you as a guest. We met at @flywayfilmfest! @LeeStobby #scriptchat
01:36
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby do you ever work with consultant or their recommendations #scriptchat
01:35
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@rdlln @LeeStobby @SarahSumpolec As much as possible. #scriptchat
01:30
Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@LeeStobby @SarahSumpolec Networking is key. Frequent visits to LA @ least. A friend drives up from San Diego each weekend. #scriptchat
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01:15
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@JonJimMiller @LeeStobby Absolutely. Write the stories you want to tell and create character that you love #scriptchat
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01:15
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@JonJimMiller @LeeStobby Absolutely. Write the stories you want to tell and create character that you love #scriptchat
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01:14
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby Absolutely. Character is absolutely most important, regardless of genre. #scriptchat
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23:23
Hilliard Guess @ScreenwritersRR

RT - Drop'n Monday: DEL WESTON "50 TOP INDIE WRITERS" book! #ScreenwritersRantRoom #scriptchat @LisaBolekaja @HilliardGuess @ActionOnFilm
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01:34
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby Yes, 8, 9 and 10s and what makes me pay attention. #scriptchat
01:34
MysteryRodThompson @RodThompson

Good to know. I didn't know there was a blanket "rep writers from all genres out of fairness" rule. High five! #scriptchat
01:34
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby @FinalAct4 8 and above? #scriptchat
01:33
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby If the query says it just got a high rating, yes. #scriptchat
01:33
William C. Martell @wcmartell

@LeeStobby 20 films and it hasn't happened. And I know others it hasn't happened to. There's a disconnect. They aren't looking. #scriptchat
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01:33
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@StarrburyMike @LeeStobby Only wonderful things about you, Mike! :D #scriptchat
01:33
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby would you be more inclined to check download a spec from the The Black List first, if the query said it was uploaded? #scriptchat
01:33
William C. Martell @wcmartell

@LeeStobby 20 films and it hasn't happened. And I know others it hasn't happened to. There's a disconnect. They aren't looking. #scriptchat
01:33
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@RodThompson Yes, I have to rep writers / script that I want to see as films. #scriptchat
01:33
Michael Starrbury @StarrburyMike

#scriptchat @LeeStobby What if your emails were hacked like Sony? What bad things would I find out that you said about me back in the day?
01:31
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@CaitlinMcWriter @LeeStobby thriller, sci-fi, psychological stuff, high concept anything. #scriptchat
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01:32
R.D. @rdlln

@LeeStobby @SarahSumpolec how often (minimum) do they need to be able to get out there? #scriptchat
01:32
MysteryRodThompson @RodThompson

In the realm of subjectivity, do you as a manager generally rep writers from genres that you prefer? #scriptchat
01:32
Alejandro G S @AGSfilmmaker

@jeannevb @AGSfilmmaker @LeeStobby @MyTrackingBoard I will, thanks for the tip @jeannevb. Cheers! #scriptchat
01:31
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@CaitlinMcWriter @LeeStobby thriller, sci-fi, psychological stuff, high concept anything. #scriptchat
01:31
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@IngridElkner we're talking to lit manager @LeeStobby #scriptchat
01:31
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LeeStobby Q What do you look for in a strong logline or brief synopsis in a query? What grabs you to be willing to read script? #scriptchat
01:03
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@jeannevb Screenwriters are the backbone of films. It is so exciting to be involved from a film from the ground floor. #scriptchat
Retweeted by Lucy Hay
01:31
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

I gotta get my butt out there to at least visit (it's a money thing, no dosh) #scriptchat
01:30
ScreenwritersUtopia @screenutopia

Does your script concept immediately convey conflict? Is it a cinematic/visual concept? #screenwriting #scriptchat screenwritersutopia.com/article/6cd07d
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01:30
J Guenther @JGuentherAuthor

How old is your oldest client? #scriptchat
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01:30
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@wcmartell @LeeStobby If you are getting it down without reps, then I wouldn't worry about them. They will find you. #scriptchat
01:30
Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@LeeStobby @SarahSumpolec Networking is key. Frequent visits to LA @ least. A friend drives up from San Diego each weekend. #scriptchat
01:30
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@AGSfilmmaker @LeeStobby check out @mytrackingboard's Launch Pad Competition. I think they just signed 59th writer. #scriptchat
01:30
Caitlin McCarthy @CaitlinMcWriter

@LeeStobby What genres grab your attention the most? #scriptchat
01:30
J Guenther @JGuentherAuthor

How old is your oldest client? #scriptchat
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01:30
ScreenwritersUtopia @screenutopia

Does your script concept immediately convey conflict? Is it a cinematic/visual concept? #screenwriting #scriptchat screenwritersutopia.com/article/6cd07d
01:30
J Guenther @JGuentherAuthor

How old is your oldest client? #scriptchat
01:30
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@CaitlinMcWriter @LeeStobby Yes, I do both features and TV. #scriptchat
01:29
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@ShotofPatron @LeeStobby @SarahSumpolec Sure and my response can be "let me know when you move here" #scriptchat
01:29
Caitlin McCarthy @CaitlinMcWriter

@LeeStobby Are writers approaching you w/ original TV pilots instead of feature specs? #scriptchat
01:29
William C. Martell @wcmartell

@LeeStobby Q: If managers find writers, what about those of us who are working pros w/o reps? We seem to slip between cracks. #scriptchat
01:07
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

For those trickling in, we have literary manager @LeeStobby as our guest tonight so ask away! #scriptchat
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01:28
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby Sure. That can help. #scriptchat
01:28
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby Understood-- but isn't it a good thing if the concept automatically lends itself to sequel or series opportunities? #scriptchat
01:28
Alejandro G S @AGSfilmmaker

@LeeStobby any other sites you recommend to upload a script? #scriptchat
01:27
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@AGSfilmmaker @LeeStobby absolutely. I love the @blcklst site. I've seemed a few clients thru it. Great resource and readers. #scriptchat
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01:28
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@Z_FilmCinema @LeeStobby always write what you love. Don't write what's "hot." You can't chase the dragon. #scriptchat
01:28
Rhiannon @ShotofPatron

@LeeStobby @SarahSumpolec Does "Willing to move to LA" compare? Or are those just words until you actually show up? #scriptchat
01:27
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@AGSfilmmaker @LeeStobby absolutely. I love the @blcklst site. I've seemed a few clients thru it. Great resource and readers. #scriptchat
01:27
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@LeeStobby @SarahSumpolec I rep people who don't live here but it can hinder how fast their career will move forward. #scriptchat
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21:49
Marian Evans @devt

A Blue Collar Heroine Challenge from @GitgoFilms, of the @BluestckngFilm series! wellywoodwoman.blogspot.co.nz/2015/01/driven… #womeninfilm #scriptchat
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01:27
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@LeeStobby @SarahSumpolec I rep people who don't live here but it can hinder how fast their career will move forward. #scriptchat
01:27
Michael Mendoza @Z_FilmCinema

@LeeStobby Best genre to break in - write what you love or write what's "hot" in the market e.g. horror. What's the reality? #scriptchat
01:26
Alejandro G S @AGSfilmmaker

@LeeStobby, would you recommend uploading a screenplay to sites like The Blacklist? #scriptchat
01:26
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@SarahSumpolec @LeeStobby Living in LA is such a very valuable experience and allows me to do my job better. #scriptchat
Retweeted by Gerhardt
01:26
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@SarahSumpolec @LeeStobby Living in LA is such a very valuable experience and allows me to do my job better. #scriptchat
01:25
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby You always have to worry about the first; I care more about #1 being great than how awesome #3 will be #scriptchat
01:24
Sarah Anne Sumpolec @SarahSumpolec

@LeeStobby so out of towners are out of luck? #scriptchat
01:24
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@JonJimMiller @LeeStobby @blueneumann @jeannevb yes. I spend a lot of time researching, looking into IP. #scriptchat
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01:24
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@JonJimMiller @LeeStobby @blueneumann @jeannevb yes. I spend a lot of time researching, looking into IP. #scriptchat
01:24
Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

Would love to hear @LeeStobby tips on one-sheets #scriptchat
01:24
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@SarahSumpolec @LeeStobby I feel like most manager / agents find writers, not the other way around. #scriptchat
01:23
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@SarahAlexis4 @LeeStobby Hungry, great personality, willing to do the work, lives in LA, impeccable writer. #scriptchat
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01:23
Jon James Miller @JonJimMiller

@LeeStobby @blueneumann @jeannevb IP is king in Hollywood. Can a manager help a scribe option an existing property to adapt? #scriptchat
01:23
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby would you be open to a project that was conceived as a trilogy if the first script was a good high concept spec? #scriptchat
01:20
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby That honestly feels high. If you are writing one, super high quality script every 9 months... You're fine #scriptchat
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01:23
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@SarahAlexis4 @LeeStobby Hungry, great personality, willing to do the work, lives in LA, impeccable writer. #scriptchat
01:23
Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@FinalAct4 Back at you, Lisa! youtu.be/F_N630bqZm4 #scriptchat
21:49
Marian Evans @devt

A Blue Collar Heroine Challenge from @GitgoFilms, of the @BluestckngFilm series! wellywoodwoman.blogspot.co.nz/2015/01/driven… #womeninfilm #scriptchat
Retweeted by Betsy Lee Varga
01:22
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LeeStobby Q: What are some characteristics of the kind of writer you'd like to work with, that you find you mesh well with? #scriptchat
01:22
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

sorry muffins, have to move real quick. Can't keep a constant connection in this room #scriptchat
01:22
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@LeeStobby @blueneumann @jeannevb So the ones you write should live forever; that's how they will get made. By demanding it. #scriptchat
01:21
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@blueneumann @LeeStobby Taking the angle of getting stories read by taking scripts & turning them into novels. IP rules. #scriptchat
01:21
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@blueneumann @LeeStobby @jeannevb the quality is so much more important than the quantity. It takes forever to get a film made. #scriptchat
01:21
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@devt @GitgoFilms @BluestckngFilm Okay, good to know. I work full time and am a single parent-- so time's tough, you know #scriptchat
21:49
Marian Evans @devt

A Blue Collar Heroine Challenge from @GitgoFilms, of the @BluestckngFilm series! wellywoodwoman.blogspot.co.nz/2015/01/driven… #womeninfilm #scriptchat
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01:20
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby That honestly feels high. If you are writing one, super high quality script every 9 months... You're fine #scriptchat
01:20
Sarah Anne Sumpolec @SarahSumpolec

@LeeStobby how does a writer find managers who would be a good match? #scriptchat
01:20
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@LeeStobby @jeannevb you can't really expect to produce a great volume of work with a narrow focus, can you? #scriptchat
01:19
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby as a manager are you interested in writers that are willing to explore Features and/or TV? #scriptchat
01:19
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LeeStobby excellent. #scriptchat
01:19
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@jeannevb @LeeStobby I do. I love writers who want to dabble in different things. No one should have be too narrow-minded. #scriptchat
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01:19
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@jeannevb @LeeStobby I do. I love writers who want to dabble in different things. No one should have be too narrow-minded. #scriptchat
01:17
Sutinder Bola @sutinderbola

How to become a screenwriter by @goodinaroom via @SSNInsider bit.ly/1xlQqpb #scriptwriting #scriptchat #amwriting
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01:19
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby what is a good # to aspire to annually-- three really good specs? #scriptchat
01:15
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@rdlln @LeeStobby Having even fewer people who can tell me no. #scriptchat
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01:18
Jon James Miller @JonJimMiller

@LeeStobby Is budget ever a concern when looking at a script sample from a new writer? #scriptchat
01:17
Sutinder Bola @sutinderbola

How to become a screenwriter by @goodinaroom via @SSNInsider bit.ly/1xlQqpb #scriptwriting #scriptchat #amwriting
Retweeted by Harper Dimmerman
01:14
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@LeeStobby @blueneumann My favorite call is when an exec has been "slipped" a client's scripts and wants to meet the writer. #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jan Powell
01:18
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LeeStobby and what if "next" is a novel? Do you rep screenwriters who also are novelists? Lots are branching into that area. #scriptchat
01:14
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby Absolutely. Character is absolutely most important, regardless of genre. #scriptchat
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01:15
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@JonJimMiller @LeeStobby Absolutely. Write the stories you want to tell and create character that you love #scriptchat
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01:17
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@FinalAct4 Constantly. My first question is always "what are you working on next?" You have to look forward. #scriptchat
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01:17
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@FinalAct4 Constantly. My first question is always "what are you working on next?" You have to look forward. #scriptchat
01:05
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@SarahAlexis4 I love writers who command the page; there is a difference between a solid script and one that inspires. #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jan Powell
01:17
Sutinder Bola @sutinderbola

How to become a screenwriter by @goodinaroom via @SSNInsider bit.ly/1xlQqpb #scriptwriting #scriptchat #amwriting
01:17
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@jfrazar30 Nope. I don't do as much comedy others but some reps almost exclusively do comedy. Write what you know. #scriptchat
01:16
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby as a lit man do you work with writers to plan what their next few projects might be? #scriptchat
01:15
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby @SarahAlexis4 And good dialogue isn't that same as 'real' dialogue. #scriptchat
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01:15
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@rdlln @LeeStobby Having even fewer people who can tell me no. #scriptchat
01:15
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@JonJimMiller @LeeStobby Absolutely. Write the stories you want to tell and create character that you love #scriptchat
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01:15
Josh @jfrazar30

Thanks for taking the time Lee. When looking for an agent is it considered a con if you write comedy and drama? #scriptchat
01:15
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@JonJimMiller @LeeStobby Absolutely. Write the stories you want to tell and create character that you love #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jon James Miller
01:15
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby @SarahAlexis4 And good dialogue isn't that same as 'real' dialogue. #scriptchat
01:15
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@JonJimMiller @LeeStobby Absolutely. Write the stories you want to tell and create character that you love #scriptchat
01:15
GHenryWrites @ghenrywrites

RT@scriptchat: RT @BV_EW: WIN A FREE WRITING RETREAT IN COSTA RICA! bit.ly/bvew2015 #screenwriting #scriptchat pic.twitter.com/mUsO3UoOpk
01:15
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@LeeStobby I kinda imagine it like drug dealer talk, "oh man, I got the shit, youse got to try it. Mess you UP!" #scriptchat
01:15
R.D. @rdlln

-- @LeeStobby what's been the best thing about branching out on your own? #scriptchat
01:03
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@jeannevb Screenwriters are the backbone of films. It is so exciting to be involved from a film from the ground floor. #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jan Powell
01:14
Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@LeeStobby @FinalAct4 Got a drawer full of “our lawyers will release the hounds” letters… standard knee-jerk reaction. #scriptchat
01:14
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby Absolutely. Character is absolutely most important, regardless of genre. #scriptchat
01:10
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@SarahAlexis4 First thing that kills a script is bad dialogue. It is so hard to teach, learn. You just have to know. #scriptchat
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01:10
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@SarahAlexis4 First thing that kills a script is bad dialogue. It is so hard to teach, learn. You just have to know. #scriptchat
Retweeted by Tyrone Cousin
01:14
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@LeeStobby @blueneumann My favorite call is when an exec has been "slipped" a client's scripts and wants to meet the writer. #scriptchat
01:14
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

Q @LeeStobby So genre and subject matter isn't the most important-- but rather a compelling story and writing? #scriptchat
01:13
Jon James Miller @JonJimMiller

@LeeStobby Q: Is it alright for scribes to do more than one genre in the beginning? #scriptchat
01:13
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@blueneumann Yes, if someone TRULY loves your script, executives will share unprovoked. #scriptchat
01:13
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LeeStobby Q: What's your approach generally like for working with clients to choose and develop their projects? #scriptchat
01:13
Defective Detective @tvaddictarran

Just had a 'eureka' moment and now know how to fix my screenplay. #Lunarscape #scriptchat
01:13
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@FinalAct4 @LeeStobby @dwacon Exactly. You have to look out for yourselves first and not rely on others to get it down for you #scriptchat
01:12
Chris Neumann @blueneumann

@LeeStobby Ideally, shouldn't our script be good enough for that exec to ask US if he can share? #scriptchat
01:12
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby @dwacon We are our own strongest advocates. #scriptchat
01:11
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@dwacon Just have to keep hounding everyone, ask if that exec who you made contact with will help get your script to others. #scriptchat
01:10
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@dwacon @jeannevb A really awesome script that demands attention, is super unique. #scriptchat
Retweeted by Tyrone Cousin
01:10
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@dwacon @jeannevb A really awesome script that demands attention, is super unique. #scriptchat
01:10
Sarah Anne Sumpolec @SarahSumpolec

Decaf coffee for me #scriptchat
01:10
Jon James Miller @JonJimMiller

@FinalAct4 @jeannevb @wcmartell Bourbon #scriptchat
01:10
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@SarahAlexis4 First thing that kills a script is bad dialogue. It is so hard to teach, learn. You just have to know. #scriptchat
01:09
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@jeannevb @wcmartell I'm rockin' the chai tonight. #scriptchat
01:09
Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@jeannevb Can I get a splash of sloe gin in mine? #scriptchat
01:09
Sarah Anne Sumpolec @SarahSumpolec

. @LeeStobby #scriptchat So what does a writer need to have ready to approach agent/manager?
01:09
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@wcmartell same... minus the green tea. #scriptchat
01:09
Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

1st interrogatory @LeeStobby: Good meeting w/Dev Exec @ studio…they move to a new job…studio not receiving queries…next move? #scriptchat
01:08
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

I've signed people with no contest wins, no recommendations, etc. but I just loved their script and writing. #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jon James Miller
01:09
William C. Martell @wcmartell

I'm drinking green tea, and waiting until no one asks the Qs I was going to ask... #scriptchat
01:08
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@FinalAct4 Yes, I love queries! Just make it short, to the point and tell me why your script is amazing and worth my time. #scriptchat
01:08
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

I've signed people with no contest wins, no recommendations, etc. but I just loved their script and writing. #scriptchat
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01:08
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LeeStobby When you sit down with a script to read, what are you especially conscious of in those first 10 pages or so? #scriptchat
01:08
Jon James Miller @JonJimMiller

@leestobby do you look at book to film properties as well? #scriptchat
01:08
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

I've signed people with no contest wins, no recommendations, etc. but I just loved their script and writing. #scriptchat
01:08
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby do you accept queries and are you open to any genre? #scriptchat
01:07
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@MailKaimp Great recommendation goes a long way but black list, contests, etc. are just ways to get me to read. I have to love #scriptchat
01:07
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

For those trickling in, we have literary manager @LeeStobby as our guest tonight so ask away! #scriptchat
01:07
Alejandro G S @AGSfilmmaker

@LeeStobby, Hi. Any recent screenplays/movies that have inspired you? And why. #scriptchat
01:07
Sarah Anne Sumpolec @SarahSumpolec

Yes! #scriptchat
01:07
David A. Youngquist @Al_1701

What's a good way to go about asking for a shot with a studio? #scriptchat
01:07
Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

@FinalFenwayFict @AmericanSniper @SelmaMovie I am invited to join the @VFTLA for the screening, so no irony there... #scriptchat
01:06
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LeeStobby love a self-sufficient guest! #scriptchat
01:06
David A. Youngquist @Al_1701

Hey people. #scriptchat
01:02
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

I'm sure you all have a ton of questions for literary manager @LeeStobby. Shut the game off & pick his brain! #scriptchat
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01:05
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@jeannevb @LeeStobby I got myself some vodka!!! #scriptchat
01:05
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@SarahAlexis4 I love writers who command the page; there is a difference between a solid script and one that inspires. #scriptchat
01:05
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@LeeStobby *pours tequila* almost forgot the party favors. #scriptchat
01:05
Debra Eckerling @WriteOnOnline

Writers, how'd you do on your goals this week? facebook.com/writeononline #writeon #scriptchat @GuidedGoals
01:04
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@juniorfletcher I have to feel it in my bones. It's hard to quantity beyond that the writer just makes me very excited. #scriptchat
01:04
MailKaimp @MailKaimp

@LeeStobby love that. which holds more weight: blacklist score, rec from friend, _______, or query letter #scriptchat
01:04
Dwayne Conyers @dwacon

Greetings, Salutations, and the rest of that feltergarb. #scriptchat
01:03
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

.@jeannevb Screenwriters are the backbone of films. It is so exciting to be involved from a film from the ground floor. #scriptchat
01:03
junior fletcher @juniorfletcher

what makes you say yes to signing a writer? #scriptchat
01:03
Roger Koj-B Films @kojbfilms

RT: “@jeannevb: It’s #SCRIPTCHAT O’CLOCK with literary manager @LeeStobby scriptchat.blogspot.com/2015/01/litera…”
Retweeted by Jon James Miller
01:03
Roger Koj-B Films @kojbfilms

RT: “@jeannevb: It’s #SCRIPTCHAT O’CLOCK with literary manager @LeeStobby scriptchat.blogspot.com/2015/01/litera…”
01:03
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LeeStobby Q: What is it that sets apart just a good script/writer from one you really feel passionately about working with? #scriptchat
01:03
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

So @LeeStobby let's start with the obvious... what do you love about screenwriters? :) #scriptchat
01:03
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

@LeeStobby Do you rep specific or preferred genre writers? As a lit manager are you open to various genres? #scriptchat
01:03
Jon James Miller @JonJimMiller

@leestobby do managers appreciate clients who set up their own meetings or do they want them to always go through them? #scriptchat
01:02
Janelle B @JazzBeeP

Hi everyone #scriptchat
01:02
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

I'm sure you all have a ton of questions for literary manager @LeeStobby. Shut the game off & pick his brain! #scriptchat
Retweeted by Lee Stobby
01:02
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

@JonJimMiller Hey Jon! #scriptchat
01:02
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

I'm sure you all have a ton of questions for literary manager @LeeStobby. Shut the game off & pick his brain! #scriptchat
01:01
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Who needs football when you have #scriptchat
01:01
Script Reader @TweetsPplShiT

Stop using your characters as mouthpieces for your beliefs & start using your believes to motivate your characters. #scriptchat #writenow
01:00
Jon James Miller @JonJimMiller

Hi everyone! #scriptchat
01:00
Lee Stobby @LeeStobby

@jeannevb @LeeStobby So glad to be here!!!!! #scriptchat
01:00
Alejandro G S @AGSfilmmaker

Hello, everyone! #scriptchat
01:00
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

@LeeStobby Welcome and thank you for joining us! #scriptchat
01:00
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

Very excited to have you here @LeeStobby! #scriptchat
01:00
Lisa Molusis @FinalAct4

Hey @LeeStobby Welcome to scriptchat and thanks so much for being here. #scriptchat
01:00
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

It’s #SCRIPTCHAT O’CLOCK with literary manager @LeeStobby scriptchat.blogspot.com/2015/01/litera…
Retweeted by Alejandro G S
01:00
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

It’s #SCRIPTCHAT O’CLOCK with literary manager @LeeStobby scriptchat.blogspot.com/2015/01/litera…
Retweeted by Lee Stobby
22:54
Richard RB Botto @RBwalksintoabar

Free Scripts! Download Most of the 2015 Oscar-Nominated Screenplays Now indiewire.com/article/free-s… #screenwriting #scriptchat
Retweeted by Jawn F Kennedy
01:00
Sarah A Newman @SarahAlexis4

Hello, all! #scriptchat
01:00
Jeanne V Bowerman @jeannevb

It’s #SCRIPTCHAT O’CLOCK with literary manager @LeeStobby scriptchat.blogspot.com/2015/01/litera…

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