How to Be a Rockstar Screenwriter (or at least pay the bills): Mindset, Tools, and Strategies for a Successful Screenwriting Career (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798992528701)

Master the Mindset of a Successful Screenwriter

Learn insider secrets from screenwriters who have created or written over 200 scripts for dozens of TV series and movies.

Whether you're an aspiring screenwriter, struggling to sell your first script, or simply don't know how to break into the industry, this book will help you take your craft to the next level. It's not just about writing-it's about becoming a resilient, productive screenwriter who thrives in the competitive world of Hollywood.

How to Be a Rockstar Screenwriter contains 45 focused chapters packed with actionable advice, including:

• Chapter 4: Will Hollywood Steal Your Movie?
• Chapter 7: Why You Should Write High-Concept Scripts
• Chapter 8: Consider Writing with a Partner
• Chapter 18: Writing Rituals to Boost Productivity
• Chapter 19: How to Beat Procrastination
• Chapter 22: Fixes for Screenwriting Blocks
• Chapter 25: Best Day Jobs for Writers
• Chapter 28: How to Break in as an Older Writer
• Chapter 30: Networking Advice for Screenwriters
• Chapter 41: How to Get an Agent or a Manager

Using the tools and strategies in this book, you'll learn how to break into Hollywood and build a lasting screenwriting career.