I've written a six episode TV series and I'm about to start sending out the script of the Pilot to some folks. I have the Pilot's Logline finished but I've been told that I should also include a Logline for the entire series, a series summery and a brief description of each of the characters. Is it good practice to attach those items as a stand alone document that follows the cover letter ?
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John:
You need one logline for the series. You need one pilot episode ready. If you're very serious about selling your pilot, you may wish to consider writing a show bible, which includes the following:
1. Your series logline.
A show synopsis with the direction of where you're going, including brief character arcs for your main characters.
2. Brief character main character descriptions that are no more than a short paragraph.
3. A brief synopsis for each episode in your first season, I would say a minimum of 8 episodes to take you out of mini-series territory. Each episode synopsis should be no more than five paragraphs.
Also do some research. I've provided some good article links below:
http://www.bang2write.com/2009/07/how-to-write-tv-series-bibles.html
http://www.scriptmag.com/tv/creating-tv-show-bibles/
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Are covers letters necessary for pilot specs? Ask your Rep for help and if you don't have a Rep, ask Writers who have SOLD tv specs. Use social media, contact showrunners. Jeff Lieber (LOST) and Javier Marxuach (LOST) share their knowledge for free. Present your materials like them.
Thank you for getting back to me.
Phillip E. Hardy, "The Pro From Dover" Thanks for those links. Very good and helpful info.
Chad: You are welcome sir!