My decision was both exhilarating and terrifying. Recently, I caught up with a colleague who writes thrillers that, to date, haven t sold, despite the fact that he s a very good writer. Owing to the fact that some luck often has its way in these matters, I noticed he had little to say about his latest project, but talked animatedly about the trials and tribulations of his impending foray into fatherhood. While the industry is choked with man with a bomb on the run projects, I can t think of a single film produced or currently in development that deals with GenXers becoming parents. I m really glad you re tackling the important subject of screenplay contests.
Writers are so vulnerable to being taken when it comes to finding a source to discover their work.
To have a knowledgeable magazine like Creative Screenwriting champion the writer as watch dog in the contest arena is much needed. Winning a legitimate, industry-respected contest is a thrill and a wonderful stepping stone in a writer s career, but entering a contest, without first thoroughly checking it out can turn into a very bad experience if a writer isn t careful. Keep up the good work.