Authoring & Playwriting

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What a fantastic course!

Thank you for sharing, Sam Sokolow! This is one that people won't want to miss!

Terrence Sellers There's Kindle Vella, of course, but since you're already putting the content out elsewhere, I don't think you'd qualify. They want to be the exclusive source, obviously. There's also a platform called Radish, but I don't know much about how it compares to Vella or Wattpad, so, you know...grain of salt. But looks like they might be a decent option to consider as they appear to be very focused on the mobile reading experience.

Congratulations on one of the producers approving the idea of publishing the novel to external platforms, Terrence Sellers! Glad to hear the novel is getting more and more attention.

Jonathan Jordan Never heard of Radish. The platform looks interesting, but the messaging seems to be focused on romance novels, which Xtreme Saga isn't. While it's possible that the main character may take on a love interest in future books, trying to categorize it as a romance novel would be a blatant lie.

Terrence Sellers totally. As I said, I’m not super familiar with Radish either but might be one to watch if they expand. Makes sense they are focusing on romance for now because it’s such a popular genre with avid readers.

Thank you for sharing, Leonardo Ramirez!

You’re very welcome, Ashley Renee Smith!!

Karen "Kay" Ross, thank you for sharing this interesting article. In 2015, I vacillated between traditional publishing vs self publishing. I researched for weeks. I finally decided self publishing was not for me in the long run due to the high cost.

I have taken the wide publishing path with Draft2Digital as an author. I set up my own publishing company, after all, publishers don't write the product, print the product, they don't edit the product, they don't design the cover, they only market the product and pay a small percentage to the author. I do the same as most publishing imprints, I get freelancers to edit and cover design. I come from a marketing background so it was the most obvious way to go. I control the entire process. I have done well with my Dream Phaze sci-fi series with an ebook, paperback and audiobook of both novels in the series, so far, chugging along with good sales. The audiobook rights for my SkyRacers ebook novella has just been secured by Apple Books. I think if you are prepared to put in the time and money, independent publishing gives you control over copyright across all media. I'm not getting rich, it's a hobby, as I have a full-time job as a technical writer. When I retire in a couple of years, those novels will still be selling and my sci-fi writing will become my retirement "job" as I can do it anywhere, anytime. For now, I'm starting to look for film/TV optioning opportunities for my novels. Thanks for the post Karen "Kay" Ross.

Congratulations on the audiobook rights being secured by Apple Books, Matt Watters!

Karen "Kay" Ross I had 4 non-fiction and 1 fiction title published by a boutique (independent) publisher (Bristol/Fort Collins). Whilst it was great to be published, the publicity side was a great slog due to limited funds. I’m now looking for other routes to republish my fiction title, but not sure where that will lead.

I've done both. There is absolutely no control in trad publishing. You also lose the rights to your book unless the publisher provides them back to you -- which you likely have to pay for. It doesn't matter how old the book or how outdated. I have three with a publisher that still keeps the rights. Also, you only take home $5 to $10 dollars in royalties for each book sale. The publisher doesn't market you book -- you do. I haven't seen a check since 2015.

You can't always count on books showing up when you need them, either. I had a major book signing and the publisher hadn't sent the books. Good thing I had boxes of four of my self-published titles in the trunk of my car.

My self-published books keep earning me money. I made way more money off my first book (15 self-published) than I did on all three trad books combined. I have total control. Control is everything.

If a publisher came to me to offer to publish the great Canadian novel, I'd still self-publish.

Just because it's "independent" or self-published, doesn't mean it's trash. Just like an independent film, it's only as good as your writing skills and the people you get to help you produce it.

You’re very welcome, Ashley Renee Smith. Always honored to share encouraging info.

Chris Greenaway, I know that the last few years have been difficult for you, as they have for most of us here. The Stage 32 team is actually made up of people who have previously or are still working in the industry and facing those problems right alongside you all. We've all been struggling with the same difficult obstacles and it's not easy to stay positive and try to keep moving forward, but we are all doing our best. The difficulties that we've been facing are exactly why we need to have conversations about mental health. We can't stop when it's hard. It's important that we keep trying to find ways to help and support one another. We need to find ways to connect and understand how to help. That takes work, respectful communication, and acknowledging the efforts that are being put forth. We aren't pretending anything, we're simply trying to find a way to help those in our community who are still putting their best effort forth every day and those who are feeling discouraged by the process.

Chris Greenaway I'm sorry for everything you and your family went through. And I'm sorry if my words and share trivialized your experience. They were not trivial. It was a battle with no winners.

My hope for you and yours is that everything you and your family lost be restored double, every job you put your hand to is a double return and that every vocational dream you've ever had find its way to fulfillment in a greater, deeper, wider way than you could have ever imagined.

Kay Ross, here! You're friendly Stage 32 Community Manager, just here to remind you that not only is Stage 32 an uplifting and encouraging global community of creatives in the film/tv/media industry, BUT it's actually part of our "Terms of Use" that we not engage in "indecent, offensive, bigoted, hateful, malicious, defamatory, or harmful to minors" speech of any kind. SO, if you see any offensive or abusive language by anyone on the platform, alert us directly by emailing COMMUNITY@stage32.com

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MAKE PERSONAL ATTACKS ON ANYONE ON THIS PLATFORM - IT WILL RESULT IN YOUR SUSPENSION FROM THE PLATFORM, as personal attacks are considered "malicious" at the very least, and possibly "hateful" and "defamatory".

Thank you ALL for making the conscientious choice to find a better way to deal with your frustrations than taking it out on someone on the internet. Staying focused and positive is how we all survive and flourish!

Thank you "Kay!" As creatives seeking our industry shot(s) while networking the platform; we need protection from discourgaers! (huge smile). This is a professional (international) community; foremost!

Great lineup, Ashley Renee Smith! Looking forward to these AMAs!

Thanks, Maurice Vaughan! I'm looking forward to them also!

You're welcome, Ashley Renee Smith.

Thank you for sharing!

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Another great logline, Leonardo Ramirez! In 30 seconds. Impressive! What does "before the clock runs out" mean? And maybe the person who wants his empire is the antagonist in the story.

Yes, Maurice Vaughan. Aunt Juju wants a piece of that empire to fund her nefarious global activities.

Leonardo Ramirez "Don't mess with Aunt Juju." Haha

Maurice Vaughan Aunt Juju's got the goods on everybody.

Congratulations!

Interview with Forumpay

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Congratulations on the Stage 32 Film School Certification program and Master’s program! Are you’ll going to invite other schools to offer it in partnership format? I’m still working on my blog (interview and video interview).

Thank you for sharing, Leonardo Ramirez! Cole has so much valuable wisdom to share from her experiences!

Thanks, Leonardo Ramirez. So is your question. Knowing what a TV staff writer does each day will help up-and-coming staff writers know what to expect.

You're very welcome Ashley Renee Smith. Interested to hear what misconceptions exist about working in the writer's room.

I"m curious as well Maurice Vaughan. I like to learn from others so when our shows hit the ground we can learn from those that came before us.

That's one of the best ways to learn, Leonardo Ramirez. I'm thinking about writing a series, so Cole's answers will definitely help.