by Greg DePaul (@GregDePaul) Remember Rocky Balboa, when Rocky gives that awesome, inspirational speech to his son? Winning isn’t about how hard you can hit, Rocky tells him. It’s about “how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward.” That’s a message we screenwriters need to hear. After all, we desperately hope to break... Continue Reading →
Ask LA Screenwriter: “Am I Out of My Depth?”
We've started a new advice column here at LA Screenwriter that features answers to any and all questions you might have about screenwriting and the film world. If you have a question, please send it to [email protected]. Our question today comes from Elizabeth: Is it hard for everyone when they start off writing screenplays? I... Continue Reading →
Best Selling Novelists Who Were Rejected (A Lot)
Rejection is part of being a writer. In fact, it's one of the biggest parts. Executives, agents, managers, publishers, producers -- they don't like taking risks. And everything seems like a risk. That's why it's so hard to find that one person who truly believes in the work you've done. Of course, you need to... Continue Reading →
Quote of the Day: A Rejection Slip
It is impossible to sell animal stories in the U.S.A. (Rejection slip for George Orwell's Animal Farm)
Quote of the Day: Bo Bennett
A rejection is nothing more than a necessary step in the pursuit of success.
Quote of the Day: John Scalzi
Engrave this in your brain: EVERY WRITER GETS REJECTED. You will be no different.
Rejection is Good for Your Writing
Rejection is an essential part of the writing process.
How to Handle the Rejection Inherent in Screenwriting
Jeanne V. Bowerman recently wrote a great article about her own experiences with rejection (something that every single writer throughout the ages has dealt with) and how we as writers can make the best of each let down