Introduce Yourself

What are some of the titles of your books?

How did the pitch go?

As my first pitch, I was nervous, and I made a classic rookie mistake — I pitched it like an author selling his book. What I learned is that producers don't want a blow-by-blow of the story, even the good parts. They want to know who the protagonist is and what his/her goal is. That's it in a nutshell. Think of it as a long logline. That approach gives the producer a chance to ask questions, rather than you telling him/her what you think they need to know.

In my case, I set up the premise well enough — seven survivors stranded on an alien planet with two weeks of food and water and no way home for potentially decades. But instead of pivoting to the protagonist and his goal, I kept driving deeper into the plot. What I should have said next was simply that the story follows a reluctant leader who uses his wilderness survival skills to pull the group together and build something permanent — not just survival, but a real community — while a serendipitous bond between one crewman and an intelligent predator species changes everything.

If I had framed it that way and stopped there, I think I'd have gotten a request. Lesson learned for the next one.

I have two published available from Amazon and Barnes and Nobel. e-books on Amazon, hard and soft cover and audible editions, Survive! Marooned on Planet Tau Ceti g, and Survive! First Alien Contact. The third in the series, Survive! Galactic War, is in professional editorial development. Thanks for asking!

Hi Charles, welcome to Stage 32! I’m Ashley, Head of Community here on the platform. Thank you for introducing yourself and for coming back to update everyone on how your first pitch experience was. This is a great example of progress in real time.

I’d definitely recommend reaching out to our Success Team at Success@Stage32.com and sharing both your pitch experience and what you learned here. They can help guide you toward additional pitch opportunities, feedback, and resources that align with your goals and help you refine that approach even further.

Since you’re working across both novels and scripts, I’d also encourage you to stay active in the Authoring & Playwriting Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/playwriting) and the Producing Lounge (https://www.stage32.com/lounge/producing). There are great conversations happening around adaptation, pitching, and positioning IP that I think you’d really benefit from, and contribute to as well.

Really appreciate you sharing this, Charles. This is exactly how you level up quickly.

Hi , Manan singh

​My name is Rungrawee, a Thai filmmaker currently working on a cross-cultural project titled 'The Giant Swing'.

​This project is designed as a co-production between Thailand and India, aiming to bridge the two markets with a story that resonates with audiences in both regions. I am looking for a creative partner—a director or screenwriter from India—who is interested in exploring international collaborations.

​I have already prepared the project’s development materials and would be happy to share them with you if you're interested in exploring this opportunity together.

​Please let me know if you would be open to a brief introduction call or chat.

​Warm regards,

Rungrawee Jansukree"

Welcome! I hope you'll join us at this week's webcast events. Sign up for a Free Month of the Writers’ Room to join: https://www.stage32.com/writers-room/plans-vip

Love that you're taking a personal, attorney-led approach — having someone who truly understands the creative side while handling the legal and business foundations is such a valuable resource for this community. Since you're working across film, animation, and publishing, have you checked out the Writers' Room? There's a free month available right now, and the Q&A with showrunner Jacob Tierney on Tuesday could be a great opportunity to connect with others building ambitious, cross-platform material.

Glad to have you here, and looking forward to seeing more of your work!

Thank you to everyone for the welcome.

Welcome, Catherine, great to have you here.

Your expertise is incredibly valuable for this community, especially around IP and contracts. Looking forward to seeing you connect and support creatives here!

I would be happy to connect with you. As a female screenwriter I've been looking for the best possible representation for my many screenplays available.

Are you surprised at the number of authors gunning for a dream deal and no registered copyright exists in their name?

Hey Rungrawee, this is Lindsay from the Stage 32 team. I just wanted to let you know I moved your post from Cinematography to Introduce Yourself, as it fits much better there. Let me know if you have any questions, and all the best to you!

My Fiction Horror screenplays have nothing to do with the War; my screenplays are about my experience with supernatural and paranormal experiences. Thanks for the welcome Wael.

Just read the logline and synopsis, you had me at ghost lol .

I don't have a desire to ever write about my War time experience, IRAQ, or any other War that has happened in this world. I was just being polite by letting everyone know that I'm a Desert Storm War Veteran, & a former US Army Reservists, THAT'S IT. My horror screenplays are strictly fiction mixed with my personal supernatural and paranormal experiences in my life, it's as simple as that. Again, thanks for the welcome Wael.

​"Hello Vanessa, let's connect and discuss this further in private messages. I believe a direct conversation would be more productive for both of us."

Wow, Wael, do you really want to know more about my creepy supernatural and paranormal horror experiences, I really never met anyone that wants to connect and have a further discussion, this is a surprise.! I can definitely tell you, it's plenty to mention in the world of literature!

It's been a wild ride watching you from the sidelines. You are always creating and doing something interesting - I know there's so much more to come for you because you never stand still! Love it!

Lauren Hackney Thanks it's been a real challenge to get here and I'll be going to Cannes this May with my Savage Roads movie

Fantastic Pat Savage Cheering you on from Down Under! Good luck!

Lauren Hackney thanks taking a movie length version to Cannes Film Festival this May!!

Hey Devon, great to hear from you! Everything IS writing. A long time ago i tried to write a book and thankfully a friend who read it was like i don't think this is a book, this feels too visual, much more like a screenplay... and that set me off on the path of screenwriting. What led to your transition from books to screenwriting?

Devon Callahan Welcome to Stage32! Don’t miss our special event today!Writer’s Room Q&A with HEATED RIVALRY Showrunner Jacob Tierney: https://www.stage32.com/writers-room/portal#webcasts

Sign up for a Free month of the Writer’s Room: https://www.stage32.com/writers-room/plans-vip

Hey Pat. Honestly, I wrote books for years. What set me on the path is wanting a life that was different from my own, and writing took me on that fantasy. I could create any life, any location. What started me on path of film writing was similar to yours. I wrote a book and a friend told me, "I can see the movie. " Truth is, I was trapped in a thinking bubble, believing that all good movies started from books and the only way to have a movie is for someone to adapt my books to screen plays. Since, I've been on the path. I see that more opportunities exist than book writing. It's inspiring and motivational.

Hello, nice to meet you, and happy IYW.

My name is Meriem Bouziani, and I’m a sci-fi screenwriter from Morocco.

So glad to see you back, Rosie Schreiber!

Congratulations on your new role! You've come a long way... we your fans never stopped praying & believing in you trusting the strength of your voice!!

Generating new I.P. weekly on my feature screenplay The Rulers Of The Islands with three storylines starring multiple ascended masters, one that starts and ends in London and another where the real Bard re-enters to pitch rewrites of William Shakespeare's screenplays, poems and sonnets.

Please feel free to stop by my S32 profile and drop a review, or I'll DM you.

Thanks!

-Corey

Honolulu

Rosie Schreiber Hi and its nice to meet you.I am a Independent Screenwriter and Visual Storyteller currently developing feature film material in the fantasy/adventure/mystery/sci-fi and i am always looking to build genuine conmections. Would Love to connect.

Welcome back, and congrats on the new role. That’s an exciting move.

Love that you’re scouting writers and filmmakers, this is a great place to connect. Looking forward to seeing the collaborations that come out of it!

Awesome!

Hi Ashley,

I’m from India and currently learning screenwriting. I plan to start writing short film screenplays soon, mainly in Hinglish (Hindi + English).

Are Hinglish short film scripts acceptable on Stage 32 for pitching and meetings?

If yes, what’s the best way to handle this during pitch sessions or meetings—

should the story be explained first in Hindi and then summarized in English, or is it better to present everything directly in English?

Thank you!

Greetings everyone,

I am new here and excited to be part of this community. I have a strong passion for screenwriting and a deep desire to create meaningful and high-quality films.

My goal is to build a sustainable career from writing movie scripts and to earn a living from my work, as I am committed to providing for my two wonderful children. This is something I take very seriously, and I am determined to succeed.

I currently have a pitch prepared and would sincerely appreciate any guidance, advice, or direction on how to take the next steps—particularly on how to present my work, connect with the right people, and successfully sell my scripts.

Thank you all in advance for your support and insights.

Here is my script,

The Hidden Stone of Zambara” – A High-Concept Thriller for Streaming

I am new here and to it all but let me tell ya. I have a story,my story thats better than anything put out in 10 years. No doubt about it. I wish you well in all you do.

You're the best Ashley!

Hi Iva, great to meet you! 20,000+ views on Wattpad is an incredible achievement clearly, your storytelling resonates with readers. Madness in the Palace sounds like a gripping and layered story, and I’d love to help bring it to life, whether through script adaptation, editing, or shaping it for a wider audience. With your story and my experience in story development and scriptwriting, I can help make your vision even more compelling and ready for the next level.

Welcome Iva, so great to have you here.

Congrats on reaching over 20,000 views, that’s a fantastic milestone. Madness in the Palace sounds intriguing and I’m excited to see you continue growing and connecting with the community!

how did you design this animation?

This is very beautiful art like it can almost be 3D

This is the synopsis from the back cover of the book: Nick thought moving to Lunar Station on the Moon would be a dull, lifeless existence. He couldn’t have been more wrong. When a lunar rover vanishes, Nick and his new friends, Thao, Ian, and Holly set out to uncover the mystery. What they find changes everything. In the caves of the Moon, they stumble upon the Lunar-Tickz, an utterly adorable alien species with pointy ears, fluorescent hair, and a flair for steampunk goggles, attire, and mind-blowing abilities. These creatures hold the key to solving Earth’s energy crisis and can open wormholes to uncharted worlds. Adventure

is calling, and Nick is about to answer. But with discovery comes danger. Forces beyond their control want the Lunar-Tickz and wormhole technology for themselves.

Will Nick and his crew harness the power of their newfound allies, or find themselves at the mercy of these dark forces?

The book cover art is a combination of a physical model that my wife and I designed in 2017 and used in a toy product consultation. In the development, we created the Lunar-Tickz world. For the art on the book cover we used AI with numerous (100s) of prompts that met the designs we envisioned in 2017. My son has a frenchie puppy and we love the ears added that feature later on. Here is early depiction of the Lunar-Tickz model we designed. We have e many more models and some other characters not yet in the book. They may be in follow on stories.

Welcome, Kevin, congrats on Lunar-Tickz!

You’re on the right track, protecting your IP while exploring pitches is key. Great place to learn and connect as you take those next steps!