“Words are the Lanterns that Brighten Darkest Skies.” ✍️
(* Elif Shafak’s substack: always good words to ponder)
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#screenwriting #scriptskyuk #scriptsky #poets #authors
(* Elif Shafak’s substack: always good words to ponder)
elifshafak.substack.com/p/words-are-...
#writers #writing #screenwriters
#screenwriting #scriptskyuk #scriptsky #poets #authors
Words are the Lanterns that Brighten Darkest Skies
There is a remarkably vivid painting by an 18th Century French artist which is titled Lady Reading the Letters of Heloise and Abelard — a painting that once you catch a glimpse of, you will probably w...
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November 2, 2026 at 8:42 AM
“Words are the Lanterns that Brighten Darkest Skies.” ✍️
(* Elif Shafak’s substack: always good words to ponder)
elifshafak.substack.com/p/words-are-...
#writers #writing #screenwriters
#screenwriting #scriptskyuk #scriptsky #poets #authors
(* Elif Shafak’s substack: always good words to ponder)
elifshafak.substack.com/p/words-are-...
#writers #writing #screenwriters
#screenwriting #scriptskyuk #scriptsky #poets #authors
1/ WGGB is very concerned to hear of yet more planned cuts to the BBC as today’s announcement has confirmed speculation that BBC Three, BBC Scotland and BBC Radio 4 Extra linear broadcast services will end in spring 2027
October 20, 2026 at 3:22 PM
Sent my script off to the Tall Story Pictures script callout this morning after it opened at 9am. And with 11 being my lucky number, I was ticked and hope it’s a good sign that I emailed the company at 9.11am (9+1+1=11) 🤞🏽🙏🏾 #ScriptSkyUK
October 19, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Sent my script off to the Tall Story Pictures script callout this morning after it opened at 9am. And with 11 being my lucky number, I was ticked and hope it’s a good sign that I emailed the company at 9.11am (9+1+1=11) 🤞🏽🙏🏾 #ScriptSkyUK
Quick #scriptsky and #scriptskyuk question.
Is the 'wrong kind of snow' joke still pretty much ubiquitous?. It was when I lived there (until 2015) - I'm assuming the trains are still crap enough that it's in use?
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_wro...
Is the 'wrong kind of snow' joke still pretty much ubiquitous?. It was when I lived there (until 2015) - I'm assuming the trains are still crap enough that it's in use?
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_wro...
The wrong type of snow - Wikipedia
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October 6, 2026 at 2:03 AM
Quick #scriptsky and #scriptskyuk question.
Is the 'wrong kind of snow' joke still pretty much ubiquitous?. It was when I lived there (until 2015) - I'm assuming the trains are still crap enough that it's in use?
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_wro...
Is the 'wrong kind of snow' joke still pretty much ubiquitous?. It was when I lived there (until 2015) - I'm assuming the trains are still crap enough that it's in use?
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_wro...
Bolton Film Fest ready(as I'll ever be). I'm bringing "Have a Wonderful Rest of the Day" to a string of 1:1 sessions. So, here goes nothing, and by nothing I mean everything. 💛
HWRD is a horror set in the mid 1990s. And I need coffee.
#Horror #Author #Writer #WritingCommunity #FilmSky #scriptsky
HWRD is a horror set in the mid 1990s. And I need coffee.
#Horror #Author #Writer #WritingCommunity #FilmSky #scriptsky
October 4, 2026 at 11:13 AM
Feels like one for #scriptskyuk
September 12, 2026 at 12:38 PM
Feels like one for #scriptskyuk
Amazing #screenwriting and #filmmaking resource here for from the always awesome @gointothestory.bsky.social
#ScriptskyUK #Scriptsky #Screenwriting #Filmmakers
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#ScriptskyUK #Scriptsky #Screenwriting #Filmmakers
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Here it is! The "Spec Script Deals: 1991-2025" eBook. And it's free! Let me know what you think! www.patreon.com/GoIntoTheSto...
September 9, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Amazing #screenwriting and #filmmaking resource here for from the always awesome @gointothestory.bsky.social
#ScriptskyUK #Scriptsky #Screenwriting #Filmmakers
bsky.app/profile/goin...
#ScriptskyUK #Scriptsky #Screenwriting #Filmmakers
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People power at its finest.
Cut it any way you like but you don’t have a film industry without audiences.
#FilmSky #ScriptSkyUK #ScriptSky
Cut it any way you like but you don’t have a film industry without audiences.
#FilmSky #ScriptSkyUK #ScriptSky
‘Coyote vs. Acme’ includes a message in the film’s end credits thanking the audience for saving the film:
“Dedicated to everyone who posted, shared, held up signs and spoke out when it counted. This film made it to the big screen because of you.”
“Dedicated to everyone who posted, shared, held up signs and spoke out when it counted. This film made it to the big screen because of you.”
August 24, 2026 at 1:24 PM
People power at its finest.
Cut it any way you like but you don’t have a film industry without audiences.
#FilmSky #ScriptSkyUK #ScriptSky
Cut it any way you like but you don’t have a film industry without audiences.
#FilmSky #ScriptSkyUK #ScriptSky
Being innovative and groundbreaking is hugely underrated IMHO.
But do it well.
#ScriptSkyUK #ScriptSky #WritingCommunity
But do it well.
#ScriptSkyUK #ScriptSky #WritingCommunity
This advice also works for writing screenplays and TV scripts. Following ‘perceived’ trends is pointless, because by the time your script meets its audience that “next hot thing” has already passed. Be that next big thing that has an impact.
#ScriptSkyUK #ScriptSky #WritingCommunity
#ScriptSkyUK #ScriptSky #WritingCommunity
write the book you want to read because you will have to read it over and over and over when revising
August 21, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Being innovative and groundbreaking is hugely underrated IMHO.
But do it well.
#ScriptSkyUK #ScriptSky #WritingCommunity
But do it well.
#ScriptSkyUK #ScriptSky #WritingCommunity
Adam's worth a #scriptskyuk follow and I've found his script notes to be top notch!
I would love to connect with more screenwriters on here so please drop me a follow or share this post :)
As an incentive for every 1000 followers, I’ll pick a follower who reposts this and give them a free £100 voucher for my script reading services.
#scriptsky
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As an incentive for every 1000 followers, I’ll pick a follower who reposts this and give them a free £100 voucher for my script reading services.
#scriptsky
www.adamlavis.com/send-me-your...
December 6, 2024 at 2:19 PM
Adam's worth a #scriptskyuk follow and I've found his script notes to be top notch!
Very excited that The Entertainer won Best UK Feature and Best Actor MiraBan Festival yesterday #scriptskyuk #scriptsky #filmsky
December 9, 2024 at 4:47 PM
Very excited that The Entertainer won Best UK Feature and Best Actor MiraBan Festival yesterday #scriptskyuk #scriptsky #filmsky
First day at MiraBan #filmsky festival London premiere of The Entertainer tomorrow at 3! #scriptskyuk #screenwriter catherineoshea.org
December 7, 2024 at 5:09 PM
First day at MiraBan #filmsky festival London premiere of The Entertainer tomorrow at 3! #scriptskyuk #screenwriter catherineoshea.org
Come see my first #featurefilm #filmpremiere THE ENTERTAINER this Sunday 3pm #miraban Ealing Picturehouse #screenwriter #scriptsky #scriptskyuk mirabanukfilmawards.co.uk/film-festiva...
December 2, 2024 at 7:40 PM
Come see my first #featurefilm #filmpremiere THE ENTERTAINER this Sunday 3pm #miraban Ealing Picturehouse #screenwriter #scriptsky #scriptskyuk mirabanukfilmawards.co.uk/film-festiva...
Hey #ScriptSkyUK how is everyone? What are you writing atm? I’m working on a new play after lots of time #screenwriting #scriptsky
just checking in on you how you doing
ALT: just checking in on you how you doing
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November 28, 2024 at 5:41 PM
Hey #ScriptSkyUK how is everyone? What are you writing atm? I’m working on a new play after lots of time #screenwriting #scriptsky
It's been a very long day. I'm tired. Ooh look a shiney new idea floating by & now my brain has captured it to play with. #screenwriting #scriptskyuk
December 3, 2024 at 10:52 PM
It's been a very long day. I'm tired. Ooh look a shiney new idea floating by & now my brain has captured it to play with. #screenwriting #scriptskyuk
I found my #scriptskyuk had re-set to "top" posts. When I selected "latest", your post popped right up...
February 18, 2026 at 9:53 AM
I found my #scriptskyuk had re-set to "top" posts. When I selected "latest", your post popped right up...
Off the top of my head: you can only approach this in prose *from a viewpoint*. That can be a character or the authorial voice/universe definer, and each will have consequences not only for the thing you’re describing but the reader’s understanding of the perspective…
But yeah, definitely seen quite a few stories where the author is clearly *trying* to do the opening Star Wars shot, or the beginning of The Matrix, and it just doesn't work because the spectacle doesn't impress in prose.
July 13, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Just need to repost this again. Greatest productivity hack you can ever do, and good for peace of mind at the same time.
Just Create
Everything else will follow. Yes, really.
Just Create
Everything else will follow. Yes, really.
July 13, 2025 at 2:31 PM
I don't know whether there's any value to you in hearing from someone who rather than being a reader of the issue, was a witness in the room where it happened. But I was an assistant editor at Marvel Comics who happened to be in Len Wein's office and he and Dave Cockrum plotted out that issue.
May 19, 2025 at 7:27 AM
Well, that’s it. I’ve had my first work email that ends “We'll talk in January. Have a great Christmas break”.
#awriterslifeforme #scriptsky #scriptskyuk
#awriterslifeforme #scriptsky #scriptskyuk
November 27, 2024 at 11:46 AM
Well, that’s it. I’ve had my first work email that ends “We'll talk in January. Have a great Christmas break”.
#awriterslifeforme #scriptsky #scriptskyuk
#awriterslifeforme #scriptsky #scriptskyuk
Re-upping these excellent rules: #scriptsky #scriptskyuk
Back at the old place, I have a thread of Writer Assistant Rules. Thinking now might be the time to preserve them over here:
Writer Assistant Rule 1: Photograph the Board every night.
Writer Assistant Rule 1: Photograph the Board every night.
November 23, 2024 at 5:46 PM
Re-upping these excellent rules: #scriptsky #scriptskyuk