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“Words are the Lanterns that Brighten Darkest Skies.” ✍️

(* Elif Shafak’s substack: always good words to ponder)

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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
wggblesley.bsky.social
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writersguildgb.bsky.social Writers' Guild of Great Britain @writersguildgb.bsky.social · 15d
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
lilmissmystic.bsky.social
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
theartofcharts.bsky.social
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?

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The wrong type of snow - Wikipedia
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October 6, 2026 at 2:03 AM
theartofcharts.bsky.social
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linnheharrison.bsky.social Linnhe Harrison @linnheharrison.bsky.social · Oct 4
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
October 4, 2026 at 11:13 AM
theartofcharts.bsky.social
Feels like one for #scriptskyuk
September 12, 2026 at 12:38 PM
deechilton.bsky.social
Amazing #screenwriting and #filmmaking resource here for from the always awesome @gointothestory.bsky.social

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gointothestory.bsky.social Scott Myers @gointothestory.bsky.social · Sep 8
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
lauridonahue.bsky.social
www.arvon.org/asp/

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Arvon Screenwriting Programme | Arvon
Arvon’s Screenwriting Programme is a new talent development programme for emerging screenwriters from working-class and lower socio-economic backgrounds
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September 3, 2026 at 12:29 PM
theartofcharts.bsky.social
Feels like one for #scriptskyuk

Opportunity with Screen Scotland

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Are you experienced in film and television production and excited by the opportunity to help bring productions to Scotland? Screen Scotland is looking for a knowledgeable and proactive Screen… | Scre...
Are you experienced in film and television production and excited by the opportunity to help bring productions to Scotland? Screen Scotland is looking for a knowledgeable and proactive Screen Commiss...
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August 29, 2026 at 1:27 AM
nomadicwriter.bsky.social
People power at its finest.

Cut it any way you like but you don’t have a film industry without audiences.

#FilmSky #ScriptSkyUK #ScriptSky
toonhive.bsky.social ToonHive @toonhive.bsky.social · Aug 24
‘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.”
August 24, 2026 at 1:24 PM
nomadicwriter.bsky.social
Being innovative and groundbreaking is hugely underrated IMHO.

But do it well.

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nomadicwriter.bsky.social 💙 🇺🇦 NomadicWriter (Fritha Malcouronne) 🇺🇦 💙 @nomadicwriter.bsky.social · Jul 27
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.

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anniejowrites.bsky.social Anna Vangala Jones @anniejowrites.bsky.social · Jul 27
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
nomadicwriter.bsky.social
Hi. Don’t know if it helps but there are some popular hashtags on here that writers use and it may give you a bit more reach. Check out #ScriptSkyUK #ScriptSky #WritingCommunity and #BookSky. Hope that’s useful and I wish you all the best. 😊
August 4, 2026 at 8:08 AM
theartofcharts.bsky.social
What?! Oh.... That kind of headshot*

In all seriousness, this is a really kind offer from Tracy. - #scriptskyuk

*Which I read in an out of out-of-context moment due to being in the middle of rewriting a bloody violent showdown ;)
tracyking.bsky.social Tracy King @tracyking.bsky.social · Aug 3
Back when I had Twitter I used to offer free headshots for low-income authors, not sure I have much reach here but the offer is still there. London or Birmingham (although I’m in Glasgow and Edinburgh at the end of Aug and can fit in a session. Will have lights so can be indoors).
August 4, 2026 at 7:51 AM
theartofcharts.bsky.social
Feels like it might be one for #scriptskyuk
July 31, 2026 at 10:58 AM
lauridonahue.bsky.social
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BBC Writers’ Pilot programme exists to identify outstanding emerging television writers and give them the support, time and industry connections to realise their potential. Every two years a group of writers are partnered with independent production companies for between a year and eighteen months. Throughout the duration of the programme, the writers attend masterclasses and workshops with established television writers and production teams while developing and writing their pilot script commission. The aim is that the writer’s series or serial will subsequently be taken into full development by the BBC. For 2027/28 we're delighted to be focusing the programme exclusively on emerging deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent writers, whose voices are vital to the future of television drama in the UK.
July 28, 2026 at 7:29 PM
nomadicwriter.bsky.social
Please sign this important petition. Only takes a minute of your time but it’s positive ramifications will have a lasting impact on writers for many years to come. (Please see attached post above.) ☝️

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July 28, 2026 at 1:05 PM
nomadicwriter.bsky.social
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
anniejowrites.bsky.social Anna Vangala Jones @anniejowrites.bsky.social · Jul 27
write the book you want to read because you will have to read it over and over and over when revising
July 27, 2026 at 8:21 AM
davidovitch.bsky.social
Anyone else do that thing of not creating a new project folder on their laptop too early for fear of jinxing it, even though that is patently ridiculous? Anyway, just created a new folder is what I'm saying 😎 #scriptsky #scriptskyuk
July 22, 2026 at 12:10 PM
theartofcharts.bsky.social
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July 17, 2026 at 2:12 AM
theartofcharts.bsky.social
In case it's relevant - I figure some folks probably write for games. #scriptsky #scriptskyuk
writersguildgb.bsky.social Writers' Guild of Great Britain @writersguildgb.bsky.social · Jul 15
Today we launch a new free guide for videogames writers on how to navigate your contracts to understand your employment status and to ensure fair and equitable terms

Find out more + download the new guidelines 🔽

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Grey flyer with graphic showing videogames controller and the WGGB logo. The text reads: Are you a UK writer working in videogames. Our new guidelines on games writing contracts will help you understand the different types of contracts and how to ensure you are working under fair terms Grey flyer with graphic showing contract and the WGGB logo. The text reads: The guide will help you understand your status: employee, freelance, mixture of employee and freelance, worker Grey flyer with graphic showing information icon and the WGGB logo. The text reads: And what clauses in the different contracts you need to look out for. There is also a special section on non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) Plus sources of further support Grey flyer with graphic showing WGGB logo. Text reads: WGGB members are eligible to access our free contract vetting and casework service, where we’ll do all this work for you! Download the new guidelines: www.writersguild.org.uk/games-contracts
July 15, 2026 at 10:56 AM
lauridonahue.bsky.social
In case you missed it, the Children of Tendu screenwriting (TV) podcast is back...

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Children of Tendu - THEY ARE BACK AND THEY ARE PISSED - PART ONE!
Listen to Children of Tendu - THEY ARE BACK AND THEY ARE PISSED - PART ONE! by Children of Tendu on Podcast Addict. It has been three long years since the Children of Tendu graced the podcast-sphere, ...
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July 15, 2026 at 9:34 AM
theartofcharts.bsky.social
One for #ScriptskyUK
You need to be in University of Manchester's screenwriting programme or a recent alum to be eligible via this route.

"Current MA Screenwriting students and graduates from the past five years (those graduating during or since 2021) are eligible for consideration."
July 9, 2026 at 12:20 PM
lauridonahue.bsky.social
Free to good home: caper premise.

(Thieves hijack tapestry and threaten to cut it into pieces to sell separately....)

(SciFi/horror version involves giant moths...)

#screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptskyUK
July 8, 2026 at 2:28 PM
nomadicwriter.bsky.social
We were meant to be doing a live post/tweet of ‘All the President’s Men’ late June. However, due to us all having other commitments we’ve now rescheduled it to mid September. On the upside it’s going to be an even bigger event and a fabulous way to kick off autumn. #FilmSky #ScriptSkyUK #ScriptSky
July 1, 2026 at 9:14 PM
nomadicwriter.bsky.social
Great career opportunity for screenwriters and playwrights alike here. 👇

FYI you’ll be mentored by Leeds Playhouse and Rollem films, but this isn’t full-time, leaving you time to work on further projects. A win-win all round.

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July 1, 2026 at 9:04 PM