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Not every genre is going to resonate with everyone.
But I’ve found that just because something isn’t your taste…
doesn’t mean there isn’t something valuable in it.
A line.
A perspective.
A way of saying something you wouldn’t have thought of.
Sometimes the things we don’t immediately “feel”
are the ones th...
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Authors and playwrights, I’m curious, how do you overcome writer’s block?
Throw away what doesn’t work and keep writing.
Michael Dzurak: Certified workaholic : )
Move ahead to another section of your screenplay or a new project and keep writing. Always keep writing!
Get on with something else and soon inspiration strikes again, then I return to the writing or penning development notes. The 'something else' could be recreational like a walk, or rest like a nap, and could even be chores or other work.
Amanda Toney I like to joke that I can't afford Writer's Block. But one of my favorite tricks is to never end a writing session at the end of a scene/section. Instead, I like to leave the next part da...
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I’ve found several articles & emails lately about BookTok & YouTube feeding the page-to-screen pipeline.
Publishers Weekly recently highlighted multiple books moving from page to screen in 2026, especially works tied to strong online readership.
Successful YouTube creators are getting deals at Netflix...
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That's the wrong fucking profile--boy, you're really bombing out. The answer is YES, a social media presence makes a huge difference, especially when query letters and lucky connections are rhe only a...
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OH, YES
I believe it's just another easy avenue to find material. Imagine looking for the best ice cream. You can go taste-test in the various parlours around town like they used to do in Hollywood when it wa...
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It's a necessary evil.
April 1st (aka April Fools Day), Stage 32 is hosting a FREE webinar:
How to Navigate the Cannes Film Festival Marché du Film.
This is an amazing chance to gain insight about the festival from the person who helps run the Cannes market itself. And it's FREE!
Register here:
https://www.stage32.com/educ...
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This past weekend, I saw Project Hail Mary, and it was really inspiring to me as a writer.
Not only do I want to adapt the books I'm currently writing, I also LOVE adaptations of my favorite books.
So I was curious, what books would you love to see adapted into movies, tv shows, or limited series?
I am eagerly awaiting The Backrooms movie from internet lore. It's a fascinating concept that grew into something pretty wild.
PS: I started an adaptations series in the OTT & Transmedia Lounge:
https:/...
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I wish they would do some good adaptations of THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA and perhaps Lewis' SPACE TRILOGY
All,
Check out this new video I made with Google Gemini.
AI is here to stay.
This thing saved me hundreds of dollars and took seconds to create.
Let me know what you think.
Wow - I had no idea this could be done. Amazing!
hmmmm ... will you like me to share you some ideas on how it will work
Paul Samson I used Google Gemini and just asked to create a promotional video. You'll have to subscribe to a paid plan.
Hey Authors and Playwrights,
This Wednesday, April 1st, Stage 32 is hosting a FREE webinar: How to Navigate the Cannes Film Festival Marché du Film
This is a big one.
We’re bringing in Guillaume Esmiol, Executi...
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Hi, I'd love some feedback on my book blurb.
He thinks she is his savior; she knows he is the enemy.
Her trip to China was supposed to be a simple reunion with her sister—until she becomes a key witness against a human trafficking ring and identifies its leader, her former patient, Ryan Anderson.
An...
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This is a strong concept you’ve got clear stakes, tension, and a compelling character dynamic, especially with Ryan’s “enemy who believes he’s a savior” angle. That’s a really powerful psychological h...
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Alex Silverscript thank you feel free to send any tweak suggestions. I’ve written so many my brain is ready to
Hello,
My name is Federico Luna, writer and producer with Gemini Thoughts Studios. I’m reaching out to introduce myself and share a diverse portfolio of original film and television projects currently available for development and production.
Through Gemini Thoughts Studios, I have developed a catal...
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Hey Authors and Playwrights,
I found this week's blog by RB interesting - there have been some great responses from readers. So make sure to comment when you stop by and share your thoughts, too! Check it out!
https://www.stage32.com/blog/coffee-content-the-smallest-details-can-mak......
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This one was SO GOOD! I loved it! Highly recommend
Thanks Raven Riley I hope you have the best week! x
I hope I’m in the right group and I apologize if I’m not I just was reaching out to find out who can offer some advice on using the software final draft. I just need to convert my musical from a script I created for film to a script for Broadway style musical, which is a bit different and requested...
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I’ve been working on organizing my 2026 release schedule, and I ended up creating a visual calendar to help me keep track of the five core books in my series. It got me thinking about how much strategy goes into planning a multi‑book rollout, not just the writing itself, but the timing, pacing, and...
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nice job
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I think it's actually good to work in a genre that maybe isn't your first instinct. If you're not into a lot of the tropes and things about a certain genre then maybe you can add a fresh perspective a...
Expand commentI think it's actually good to work in a genre that maybe isn't your first instinct. If you're not into a lot of the tropes and things about a certain genre then maybe you can add a fresh perspective and feel less precious about the cherished beats or cliches you might find. A good example are those Zach Cregger horror movies. He comes from a comedy history but his horror movies are shaking things up and feel so different and fresh, presumably because he's coming at it from a different angle. I helped someone write a zombie short film a few years back and I'm not a big zombie guy but I had a ton of fun kind of immersing myself in that genre and figuring out the stuff I wanted to lean into or rework or use for various purposes etc.
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I was never - with a few notable exceptions - a big fan of Romantic Comedy, until my brother told me I should write one because I didn't like them. Who knew? He did.
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I love this question. For me, I'm always pushing myself to explore new things or try things that make me uncomfortable. It's the willingness to be uncomfortable that takes us to some magical places in our writing
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Kat, I tend to begin with the genres that naturally resonate, but I’ve found real growth often happens slightly outside that space.
Sometimes a genre that isn’t instinctively “mine” reveals structural...
Expand commentKat, I tend to begin with the genres that naturally resonate, but I’ve found real growth often happens slightly outside that space.
Sometimes a genre that isn’t instinctively “mine” reveals structural or tonal approaches that deepen my primary work — whether it’s rhythm, restraint, or a different way of revealing character.
Even when the surface aesthetics differ, the underlying human questions often connect across genres.
Exploring those differences can sharpen one’s own voice rather than dilute it.
Kat Spencer I like to genre hop, though drama is where I live the most. Even so, I'm always looking for how I can blend other genres in so there can be more dimension.