Are Screenwriting Competitions Worth It In 2026 Discover which screenwriting competitions actually open doors—and which ones just empty your wallet. Plus: the Nicholl controversy everyone's talking about. You've polished your screenplay until every scene sings. Now what? Enter screenwriting competitions. They promise industry access, cash prizes, and representation meetings. Some deliver. Most don't. What nobody […]
50 of the best screenplays to read and download in every genre. We’ve been strong advocates for the benefits of reading screenplays in order to improve your writing for a very long time. But where should you start? We’ve put together a mega list of the fifty best screenplays to read for aspiring screenwriters. This […]
14 best screenwriting books that'll help kickstart your career in 2025. We've all read the so-called “best” screenwriting books like Story by Bob McKee and Screenplay by Syd Field. But what about the hidden gems? The ones that get overlooked by professionals and amateurs alike? This list is a comprehensive guide to those lesser-known books […]
2023 Black List scripts: here are our 5 favorite loglines from the list. The Black List is a yearly roundup of the best unproduced screenplays doing the rounds in Hollywood, as voted for by producers. It was started by an executive named Franklin Leonard back in 2005. He came up with the idea of forwarding a […]
Struggling to think of Christmas gifts for writers? (or for yourself?) Stumped on what to buy a fellow writer this Christmas? Look no further than this curated list of Christmas gifts for writers. Whether you need ideas for gifts for other writers, or to tell other people what you’d like from Santa, we’re pretty confident […]
How to Query 100 Production Companies [Free eBook Directory] There are a ton of TV and film producers looking for scripts. The problem is getting your (exceptional) script to them. Ever had a conversation similar to this?: That’s right. Keep reading below to download our FREE Production Companies Cheat Sheet eBook. It breaks down the […]
Best screenwriting podcasts: 36 shows that'll help you break in. If you're looking for the best screenwriting podcasts to enhance your understanding of the craft and business of writing, here's our choice of the top 36. After the list, we round up some episodes from these screenwriting podcasts according to subject matter—giving you the best […]
How to rewrite a script: a hands-on master checklist. You’ve probably heard advice on how to rewrite a screenplay that goes something like this: • “Leave room for discovery as you go along” • “Make a list of what needs fixing, and fix it” • “Don’t pull any punches with your rewrite. Kill your darlings!” […]
20 horror scripts to download and take your horror writing to the next level. Below you'll find twenty classic horror scripts that every screenwriter who wants to write horror should study. We’re massive proponents of finding the best screenplays to read in order to improve your writing craft. So, if you're a budding horror writer (or […]
How to write for TV: a step-by-step guide to starting your career as a TV writer. As an aspiring screenwriter, you may have noticed there’s quite a bit of confusing information out there regarding writing for television. In this post, we’re also going to dispel many of the myths and confusion surrounding writing TV scripts. […]
