Hey guys,
I wrote a book that I think could make a great movie, but I don’t have a script and don’t really know how to write one. Hiring someone isn’t in the budget right now either.
If anyone here knows how I could pitch the book to someone who might want to adapt it—or if you've been through something similar—I’d love any advice.
Thanks so much!
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Wish I knew cos I'd bite their hand off too.
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Your best bet is to read some scripts similar to genre of your book and try to write the first few pages. Writing a script is not as hard as you think. Plenty of info online that can help you. Use A.I for advice and questions. Good luck.
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Thanks so much for sharing your journey! You’re definitely not alone, Abdulrahman Alghamdi, many authors are in the same position, wondering how to take that leap from book to screen.
If you’re looking to explore adaptation without immediately hiring a screenwriter, I highly recommend checking out our Stage 32 Education focused on Adaptation here:
https://www.stage32.com/education/search?term=adaptation
We have several classes and webinars specifically designed to help authors like you understand the screen adaptation process and how to approach it strategically.
We’ve also published a few helpful blogs on the topic, including:
From Page to Screen: The Art of Adaptations
https://www.stage32.com/blog/from-page-to-screen-the-art-of-adaptations-...
You’ve Written a Novel, Is a Script Adaptation Far Behind?
https://www.stage32.com/blog/youve-written-a-novel-is-a-script-adaptatio...
And if you’re ready to take a more personal step, we offer a Stage 32 Adaptation Review Consultation with an executive of your choice. They’ll read up to a 5-page synopsis of your book and give you an in-depth 60-minute phone call with actionable advice on how to adapt your story for the screen. You can learn more and book it here:
https://www.stage32.com/scriptservices/coverage/buy?id=66
It’s a fantastic way to get professional insight without needing a finished script. Wishing you all the best on the next step of your storytelling journey!