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The Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeSHECKY actor Trevor NagleIn this special episode, Paul talks to actor Trevor Nagle about his background as an actor, what attracted him to the SHECKY short film project, and his hopes and plans for once it's completed.2025-05-0509 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeSHECKY director Ally MayIn this special episode, Paul and director Ally May talk about her background, working on the short film SHECKY, and their plans for the filmClick here to donate to the crowdfunding - https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/shecky/x/7486298#/2025-04-3007 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifePaul MiloknayAttorney Paul Miloknay discusses how a screenwriter/TV writer can legally prepare for a career in the industry, how to find the right entertainment attorney, and red flags when it comes to potential partners.2025-03-0431 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeWriter-Comedian Alison ZeidmanIn this week’s episode, writer-comedian Alison Zeidman talks about writing comedy, developing material for stand-up, and the hectic world of writing for TV http://alisonzeidman.com2024-06-0555 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeBob DeRosa on ScreenwritingScreenwriter Bob DeRosa (KILLERS, THE AIR I BREATHE) talks with Paul about how he got his start (and his dislike of the phrase "breaking in"), loglines, the writing process, and the importance of "there are no shortcuts". @thembob on X/Twitter2024-03-0744 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeBrad Johnson & The Grey ListPaul talks with screenwriter & Grey List organizer Brad Johnson about what the List is, how it came to be, the significance of publishing it, and how writers can get ready for next year. The Grey List 2024: https://bit.ly/48sHSF7 Plus - a big announcement!2024-02-2833 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeTyler Snure on Writing Y.A. FictionIn this week's episode, Paul talks with author Tyler Snure about how he developed and published his Y.A. fiction while still in high school(!), his creative process, and what he discusses in his presentations about writing. http://snurestories.com @SnureStories2024-02-2240 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeVictoria Male on ScreenwritingIn this week's episode, Justin and Paul talk to screenwriter Victoria Male about how she got her start, working for director Ivan Reitman, and what advice she has for screenwriters. Worth noting - soon after this recording, Victoria's script SHOWSTOPPER was selected as a finalist in the Nicholl Fellowship2024-02-1939 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeBarry Putt on Writing Audio DramaPaul chats with dramatist/writer/screenwriter Barry M Putt, Jr about writing for audio drama, techniques for creating engaging stories, developing a marketing plan, and his book about the 70s TV show ALICE. https://www.barrymputtjr.com/ Barry's non-fiction book Stories Told through Sound: The Craft of Writing Audio Dramas for Podcasts, Streaming, and Radio is available at bookstores everywhere. See the "books" tab of this web site for further details including upcoming public appearances. Barry's other books include: Alice: Life Behind the Counter in Mel's Greasy Spoon (A Gui...2024-02-1530 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeJennifer Manocherian on Theater and Teaching WritingThis week Paul chatted with Jennifer Manocherian on her work in theater and teaching writing. https://thepeacestudio.org/board-bio-jennifer-manocherian/ Theater Producer and Writer Jennifer Manocherian has been a Broadway and off-Broadway theatre producer for over thirty years. She wrote the book of a musical, Marry Harry, with composers Dan Martin and Michael Biello, which had a production at the York Theatre in NY, then was filmed in a sound studio for online streaming (amazon prime video, www.streamingmusicals.com and broadwayondemand.com). The same team wrote a short musical for streaming that...2024-02-0147 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeCharles D'Amico on Writing and PublishingPaul Zeidman sat down with Charles D'Amico, Award-winning Author, Founder & President of Blue Handle Publishing and Book Puma Author Services. They discussed writing, editing and publishing. https://bluehandlepublishing.com/ https://bookpumalive.com/ 2024-01-2450 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeTonya Todd on Writing and Directing Paul spoke with Tonya Todd about writing books and screenplays, directing, and being part of your local writing community. Tonya Todd is an author, actress, and Sin City cinephile, whose sundry background ranges from content writer to software programmer to convention model. With a cast of characters as diverse as her careers, her fiction explores the infinite hues of what drives us all: relationships and desires. Lack of diversity in literature inspired Tonya’s stories. Her involvement in the literary, theatre, and filmmaking communities provides a platform to champion mar...2024-01-1835 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeThe Austin Film Festival - What Worked for Justin and Paul This week, Justin and Paul sat down to discuss their experiences at the 2023 Austin Film Festival (#AFF23). It was great! What panels and events did we like? Will we be there next year? Listen in to find out! 2023-12-1332 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeThe Austin Film Festival Schedule! 2023 - the 30th Anniversary of AFFJustin and Paul discuss the exciting panels of this year's Austin Film Festival - 2023, the 30th anniversary of the fest! Not sure what panels to attend, or just looking for a good idea of what happens at the festival and what to be excited about? Here you go! Panelists and Awardees - Austin Film Festival 2023-10-2328 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeLarry Young on Writing ComicsJustin and Paul discussed comic book writing with Larry Young. Larry Young is an American writer, producer, and publisher. He is most known as the co-publisher and marketing genius behind the independent comics company AIT/PlanetLar, and as the writer of their flagship title: Astronauts in Trouble. https://comicvine.gamespot.com/larry-young/4040-45254/issues-cover/ 2023-09-1343 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeWriting Middle grade/YA and 4-quadrant StoriesJustin and Paul discussed writing middle grade and young adult, in books, movies, and games. We also dove into 4-quadrant stories. Enjoy! 2023-08-1627 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeJustin and Paul Discuss Writing Research and Surviving in the GameJoin Justin and Paul as we discuss what it takes to research stories for novels, screenplays, and games - and other fun writing topics! 2023-07-1330 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeJustin and Paul discuss the ATX Television Festival, the Strike Wk4, and more!Join Justin Sloan and Paul Zeidman on the Creative Writing Life podcast as they discuss the ATX Television Festival, the WGA strike as it goes into week 4, and more fun writing life tidbits. https://atxfestival.com/ ABOUT ATX: ATX TV Festival is a one-of-kind festival experience, bringing TV fans & industry together to celebrate their favorite moments in TV as one community. Join us for deep-dives into how your favorite shows are made, revisit past favorites, and discover something new at "TV Camp for Grown Ups" in downtown Austin, TX.Heading into our 12th...2023-06-0124 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeThe WGA Strike with Eli EdelsonThis week we had Eli Edelson on discussing the WGA strike with Paul and Justin of the Creative Writing Life podcast. We discussed what the strike means, some details such as mini rooms and non-writing duties, and more! Enjoy and show your support! Some links: https://www.wgacontract2023.org/strike/picket-schedules-and-locations About Eli: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7640985/ http://eliedelson.com/ 2023-05-1134 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeRoss Berger on Writing Video Games and Teaching at USC with the Creative Writing Life Podcast Ross Berger joined the Creative Writing Life podcast to discuss writing video games and to share what it's like to teach at USC. IMDb - https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm1785725/credits His books: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B1P5JP6H https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XH3N3D2 FROM ROSS: I'm a consumer-focused creative leader with over fifteen years of content creation experience, who's worked for both SMB and Fortune 500 companies. I embrace the future of content and have a long track record of working on new content platforms before they reach...2023-03-2240 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeJenny Frankfurt on the Finish Line Script Competition, Management, and MoreJenny Frankfurt joined us to discuss the Finish Line Script Competition, being a manager, and all sort of fun creative talk. https://finishlinescriptcomp.com ABOUT JENNY Jenny Frankfurt is the founder of the Finish Line Script Competition. Finish Line is based on the idea that rewriting is essential to being a successful writer and we provide development notes when requested in order for writers to rewrite and resubmit new drafts (for free) throughout the competition. This mimics a studio, network or production company process and helps the...2023-03-2053 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifePT Hylton talks Screenwriting Managers, Roadmap, and Writing Fun!PT Hylton joins Justin and Paul to discuss:    Roadmap Writers  Screenwriting Management  Writing novels and creating audiobooks P.T. Hylton lives in Eastern Tennessee where he spends his time hiking, reading, and absently plucking on a guitar. He loves strong coffee, brown ale, and a good plot twist. He does his best writing when his beagle is snoring at his feet. https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00J8K7KWY/about #creativewriting #screenwriting2023-02-2328 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeGerald Hanks on the VOTE Screenplay Writing Method, Contests, and ManagersGerald Hanks joins Paul and Justin to discuss the VOTE Screenplay Writing Method, Contests, and Managers. https://www.networkisa.org/profile/geraldhanks Biography Gerald Hanks has written several award-winning short films from such festivals as the Houston International Film Festival, the Texas Shorts festival, and the West Coast International Film Festival. His feature comedy script, "Scaredy Cat", made the finals of the National Lampoon Comedy Gold Screenwriting contest. His feature drama script, "Prodigal", won the Kairos Prize for Spiritually Uplifiting Screenplays. Gerald has been a screenwriting judge...2023-02-1634 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeChip Street talks Optioning and Selling ScreenplaysThis week on the Creative Writing Life podcast, Chip Street joins Justin and Paul to discuss #screenplay #options! Watch the YouTube video here - https://youtu.be/QS4lfrK48G4  21 Things You Need To Know About Screenplay Options: The Indie Screenwriter's Guide To Protecting Yourself And Getting The Best Deal Kindle Edition by Chip Street GET THE BOOK  Chip Street on Optioning Your Screenplay 21 Things You Need To Know About Screenplay Options: The Indie Screenwriter's Guide To Protecting Yourself And Getting The Best Deal Are yo...2023-02-0239 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeAI Tools for Writers - ChatGPT, SudoWrite, and NovelAIJustin and Paul discuss writing tools for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how we can all leverage AI to improve our process. Such tools include ChatGPT, SudoWrite, and NovelAI.  https://chat.openai.com https://www.sudowrite.com/app https://novelai.net2023-01-2436 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeWriting Goals and Strategies for the New Year (2023)!Justin and Paul discuss what they did in 2022 and how they are working to achieve their 2023 writing goals. Listen in for advice on how to set writer goals and achieve them.  #Screenwrting #NovelWriting #Game Writing 2023-01-1832 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeJustin and Paul Chat Screenwriting, Ghostwriting Novels, and Making Short FilmsJoin us as we discuss fun lives in writing for books, film, and games!  Go Ahead and Ask! https://www.amazon.com/Go-Ahead-Ask-Interviews-Screenwriting/dp/B09WRFNMV5 Creative Writing Life - https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK Creative Writing Career - https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Career-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2SHJ42023-01-0533 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeCreative Writing BasicsWhat are the basics in terms of creative writing? Justin and Paul dive into all of that! Enjoy.2022-12-2929 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeScreenwriter Hudson Phillips on Writing Unforgettable CharactersHudson Phillips joined Justin and Paul to discuss screenwriting and how to develop awesome characters. Enjoy!  Writer & Producer of @thisworldalonefilm and #guacamoleyesterdays 📖 Writing Unforgettable Characters now available on Amazon! hudsonwrites.com From Hudson:  I'm a screenwriter from Atlanta, GA that writes big, breezy genre films with equal parts humor and heart. I wrote and produced the feature film This World Alone which was released on Hulu in 2021. I previously had a script optioned by Lions Gate Films and have been hired to write three indie features in the past two y...2022-12-2238 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeTroy Lambert on Plottr and 20BooksVegasAuthor Troy Lambert joined Justin and Paul to discuss PLOTTR and 20BooksVegas! Plottr: Plan Your Books The Way You Think Outline faster, organize smarter, and turbocharge your productivity today with the #1 visual book planning software for writers. https://plottr.com/  How Plottr Will Help You Outline Your Books Visualize Your Plot Points Plottr lets you easily arrange (and rearrange) your scenes, plots, and character arcs so you can quickly find your way to the end of your tale — no corkboard required. ABOUT TRO...2022-12-1538 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeAmanda Innes on Theater, Publishing Novels, and PA WorkAmanda Innes joins Justin and Paul to discuss writing, theater, publishing novels, and PA work.  ABOUT AMANDA Amanda Innes has been a production assistant on film sets, a dogsbody for community theaters, a performer of Shakespeare, an instructor for summer camps, and worked for major publishing houses before turning her attention to her own writing. She grew up in Texas, went to graduate school in Massachusetts, and now lives in Northern California. Grab her books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Amanda-Innes/e/B096LDB8DL And especially THE GHOSTS OF M...2022-12-0831 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeAshley Poprik on the Austin Film Festival and Game WritingAshley Poprick joined Justin and Paul to chat about the Austin Film Festival, game writing, and the new game writing panels the #AFF is putting on.  From Ashley I’m Ashley “Ash” Poprik and I’m a game writer with 4+ years of game writing and 7+ years of screenwriting experience working in highly-collaborative studios. I have a knack for crafting memorable characters, snappy text, and whimsical stories. I have written for a variety of companies including Insomniac Games, Hasbro, and BonusXP. Here you can find my portfolio of professional works as well as some writing s...2022-12-0139 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeJames Ridgley on Filmmaking, Standup Comedy, and Microbudget FilmsJames Ridgley joined Justin and Paul to discuss filmmaking. He also shared his information on performing standup as well as on cruise ships, sketches, and going from juggling to microbudget films.  His IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0725927 About James James Ridgley grew up as a latch-key kid in West Los Angeles attending IPS, a program within University High School; an highly experimental learning environment which involved Landmark training and other "therapy" type instruction. Also where he attended a Metaphysics class which lead to an actual one time telepathic communication from h...2022-11-2142 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeWriting Picture Books, Screenplays, and more with PJ McIlvainePJ McIlvaine joins Justin and Paul to chat about writing picture books, screenplays and so much more.  https://pjmacwriter.com for her website! ABOUT: PJ McIlvaine is a prolific kid lit writer/author/screenwriter/writer/journalist. PJ’s debut middle-grade supernatural historical mystery from Darkstroke Books (April 2022) VIOLET YORKE, GILDED GIRL: GHOSTS IN THE CLOSET about the misadventures of a poor little rich girl who can see ghosts in NYC 1912 is now available on Amazon Kindle and paperback. PJ’s second picture book DRAGON ROAR about a sick, lonely drago...2022-11-1035 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeCollin Lieberg on Writing Meetups and VHH, the Austin Film Festival, and Creative DevelopmentThis week Collin Lieberg joined Justin and Paul to discuss writing groups such as the Virtual Happy Hour (VHH), the Austin Film Festival, and Creative Development. Enjoy!  https://twitter.com/collinlieberg From Collin: Due to being a nerd (before it was cool), as well as years living abroad and feeling out of place, I write drama and genre stories about outsiders struggling to fit in.  I have a background in academia, management, marketing, and retail that all inform my characters and stories. For two years I have run a monthly #VirtualHappyHour #VHH Zoom mi...2022-10-2031 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeIsabel Dréan on Writing Screenplays and Directing FilmsIsabel Dréan chatted with Justin and Paul about what it's been like for her to write fun screenplays - Christmas and not - and to direct movies. She shared some great advice on not giving away power. Listen to find out what that means!  Check out her movies, to include The Holiday Switch and Christmas on the Rocks.  Her IMDb – https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2605838/ ABOUT ISABEL: Originally from Montreal, Canada, Isabel Dréan is an award-winning director/producer. Psychological thriller and suspense are her forte. Isabel's passion for thrill...2022-10-0636 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeMark R. Clifford on Writing Historical ThrillersFormer Marine Mark R. Clifford wrote The Typhoon Coast and joined Justin and Paul to discuss writing historical thrillers and his other endeavors. Enjoy! Website: https://typhooncoast.com/ The book: https://www.amazon.com/Typhoon-Coast-Mark-R-Clifford/dp/B0875ZKL2Y About Mark:  Mark R. Clifford is a proud fourth-generation San Franciscan. He is the second-born in an Irish Catholic family of seven, making him a self-declared expert in the pseudoscience of birth order characteristics. Mark served in the Marine infantry for ten years and as a Police Officer for over a quarter-century. H...2022-09-2934 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeWant to learn about writing screenplay loglines? Check out our chat with James Mason!This week we spoke with James Mason about loglines! He's putting together a book on loglines, so be sure to check out the episode and then stay tuned to hear when he publishes.  https://www.facebook.com/screenrioter  Join Justin and Paul in another episode of Creative Writing Life!  Paul's book - GO AHEAD AND ASK - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09WRFNMV5 Justin's book - CREATIVE WRITING CAREER - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YR2SHJ42022-09-0144 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeChad Ayinde on Creating Comics and Writing ScreenplaysThis week, Justin and Paul spoke with Chad Ayinde about making comics and writing screenplays, moving to Los Angeles, and attending the WGF Veterans Writing Project. Enjoy!  The WGF Veterans Writing Project - https://www.wgfoundation.org/programs/the-veterans-writing-project  Learn more about his comics -- https://www.battlebornecomics.com/battlebornebasics  From Chad: After a college wrestling career, 12-years as an Army Noncommissioned Officer, a brief stint as an Under Armour Director for Tactical Fitness, and a Senior Consultant for Human Performance Analytics... I decided to venture into my pas...2022-08-1133 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeLooking back at the first half of 2022 and wants next for Paul and JustinJustin and Paul look back at their writing over the first half of 2022, including screenwriting successes, books published, and more. Also, what's next? Come find out! 2022-07-1428 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeWriting on Contract in Someone Else's WorldJustin and Paul share their thoughts on writing in other people's worlds and on contract. How do you read their minds?!  2022-06-0325 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeWeb 3 and NFT Stories and Copy Writing with Mark FieldingJustin and Paul chat with Mark Fielding about writing Web 3 and NFT -- to include stories and copy writing.  Learn more about Mark here:  https://metaverse-writer.io/portfolio/  https://linktr.ee/markfielding2022-05-2742 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeGhostwriting and How to Make a Living Writing for Other PeopleJustin and Paul discuss ghostwriting on services such as Fiverr, Upwork, Reedsy, and more. Ever thought about earning a living by writing for other people? Come on by and listen :)2022-05-1931 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifePaul Released a Book on Screenwriting - GO AHEAD AND ASKJustin and Paul discuss the new book that Paul released, titled "GO AHEAD AND ASK" - full of great Q&As about screenwriting.  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09WRFNMV5 Got a question about screenwriting? -What makes for a good script? -What are some Do's and Don't's when it comes to writing a script? -Are screenwriting contests worth it? -What's your favorite kind of pie? (okay, not technically about screenwriting, but still a very important topic) These are just some of the questions posed to over 100 professionals within t...2022-05-1325 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifePitching Hollywood Studios and Changes to the Nicholl FellowshipThis week Justin and Paul talk Pitching Hollywood Studios and Changes to the Nicholl Fellowship. Enjoy!  2022-05-0534 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeArie Kaplan on Writing for Kids in Games, Books, TV, and More!Justin and Paul spoke with Arie Kaplan on writing for kids in games, books, tv, and more!  Arie Kaplan is the author of more than two dozen books, including "LEGO Star Wars: Face Off," "LEGO Star Wars: The Official Stormtrooper Training Manual," "The Jurassic Park Little Golden Book," "Swashbuckling Scoundrels: Pirates in Fact and Fiction," and the award-winning "From Krakow to Krypton: Jews and Comic Books." He has also written several graphic novels, including "Speed Racer: Chronicles of the Racer," "Shadow Guy and Gamma Gal: Heroes Unite," "The Penguins of Madagascar: Penguins on a Mission," a...2022-03-181h 01The Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life60. Rebecca Murga Talks AFI, Disney Directing, and Filmmaking!Justin and Paul are joined by Rebecca Murga to discuss AFI, Disney Directing, and Filmmaking!  Visit her website at: http://www.rebeccamurga.com/about Rebecca Murga is a Chicago-born, Latinx filmmaker who produces and directs films, commercials, and documentaries for clients such as ABC, CBS, HBO, Mundo FOX, AT&T, and A&E Networks. She is currently the Director of the AFI Directing Workshop for Women (DWW), a hands-on training program committed to increasing the number of women and gender non-binary artists working professionally as narrative screen directors. 2022-03-0433 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life59. Hosting Film Festivals and Discussing Japanese Cinema with Hayato MitsuishiJoin Justin and Paul as they talk with Hayato Mitsuishi of Kevin's Entertainment. We discussed the film festival he used to run in Los Angeles, Japanese cinema, and more fun topics. Enjoy!  KEVIN'S ENTERTAINMENT Kevin's Entertainment is a Los Angeles based production and talent management company leading business initiatives that bring Hollywood and the Japanese entertainment industry closer together. Our expertise lie in working with both the US and Japan to create and promote content that can be enjoyed by a global audience. Our clientele in both countries include major s...2022-02-2531 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life58. Amy Duboff and James Fox Discuss Their New Film - CRYPTOJoin Justin and Paul as they discuss the upcoming film CRYPTO with Amy Duboff and James Fox.  When a burned-out game developer uncovers a mysterious message embedded in a cryptocurrency algorithm, her quest for answers quickly devolves into a deadly game of cat and mouse. COMING 2022 STARRING  Mikayla Iverson DIRECTED BY  James Fox SCREENPLAY BY  Amy Kay DuBoff & James Fox More about the movie: https://www.crypto-movie.com Watch the Teaser HERE. ABOUT THE GUESTS AMY DUBOFF: Amy Kay...2022-02-0536 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life57. Justin and Paul Discuss Ghostwriting on Fiverr, Kuprik, Reedsy, and also Pitch Fests!Join Justin and Paul as they talk about Ghostwriting on Fiverr, Kuprik, Reedsy, and also Pitch Fests. Other fun advice is included, and discussions on what we're reading/watching. www.Kuprik.com www.Fiverr.com2022-01-2731 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life54. Creative Writing Life in 2021 and What's Next?Justin and Paul discuss lessons learned from 2021, paths ventured, and what's next in their grand journey. Enjoy!2021-12-2429 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life53. Screenplay and Novel Pitch SessionsJustin and Paul talk pitching your novels and screenplays at pitch sesssions.  Enjoy! 2021-11-1234 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life52. Self Publishing Your Book!Justin and Paul discuss self publishing. If you're considering getting your book out there, here are some thoughts! Also, did you check out the Creative Writing Career book from Justin yet?  https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Career-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2SHJ4 Creative Writing Career is a resource to help writers go from aspiring to professional, full-time writers. The book includes information on the writing process and ways to improve one’s craft, but mostly focuses on how to get discovered and where to concentrate energy in the meantime. The con...2021-10-2829 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life51. Drew Edwards on Creating the Halloween Man ComicsDrew Edwards joined Justin and Paul to chat about creating the Halloween Man comics. Enjoy!  https://www.facebook.com/halloweenmancomic/ https://twitter.com/halloweenmancom What is Halloween Man? Here you go!  Murdered by a monster on Halloween night, Solomon Hitch was resurrected to fight back against the darkness as Halloween Man! Superdeformed includes some of the best loved tales from the popular webcomic. Includes art by Nicola Scott (Secret Six, Birds of Prey), Benjamin Hall (Dead@17: Protectorate) and David Baldeón (Nomad: Girl Without A World). Halloween Man is a 21st Cen...2021-10-0842 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life50. Loglines, Film School, and OpportunitiesJustin and Paul chat about Loglines, Film School, and Opportunities.  Enjoy!  P.S. This was a script we recorded a while back and was in the can. So hopefully it's not too dated!2021-09-2326 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life49. Brad Staggs on the Writing LifeJustin and Paul are joined by VO Artist and host of The Working Writers Podcast Brad Staggs. Enjoy!  About Bradd:  Multi-faceted Writer and Voice-Over Actor. A 24-year plus veteran and member of the Indiana National Guard's 38th Infantry Division. A 46Z, Public Affairs NCOIC, who specialises in video, audio, and graphic production. 12-year Public Relations Representative for Muscatatuck Urban Training Center in Butlerville, IN. Builder and curator of the Muscatatuck Museum and Programming Director of Radio Muscatatuck, an FM radio station. Public Affairs methodology and video/radio station operations in...2021-09-0937 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life48. Tristan Vick on Authoring Books and Creating a ComicJustin and Paul chat about making an awesome comic/graphic novel with Tristan Vick! Also Japan and whatnot, because why not? Tristan Vick is the author of the science fiction series Jegra: Gladiatrix of the Galaxy and zompoc series Bitten along with 14 other published novels. He now ventures into comics with his debut creator-owned series Daughter of Wolves. Check out the Kickstarter -- https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/regolith-comics/daughter-of-wolves-issue-1?fbclid=IwAR3knNupWP85Fr6sW6A3oLtuvFzqdd20VZUvxVz359KANR1KHOLaK9A3Q8k Check out Tristan's books on Amazon -- https://www.amazon...2021-08-2737 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life42. Geoffrey D. Calhoun on Screenwriting and Script SummitJustin and Paul chat with Geoffrey D. Calhoun on screenwriting and the The Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting Podcast Geoffrey D. Calhoun is the best selling author of The Guide For Every Screenwriter and host of the #1 international podcast The Successful Screenwriter. His screenwriting career began over ten years ago and was almost completely by accident. He initially studied photography but it wasn't until he was approached by a close friend that he dived into screenwriting. There he truly found his passion. As an autodidact, Geoffrey threw himself into the craft which...2021-05-2837 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life40. Film School and LearningJustin and Paul talk about #filmschools and learning the craft of #CreativeWriting. Enjoy! 2021-04-3037 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life39. Story Revisions and Writing Contained StoriesJustin and Paul discuss Story Revisions and Writing Contained Stories - enjoy!  2021-04-1632 minThe Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting PodcastThe Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting PodcastEp51 - The Creative Writing Life with Paul Zeidman and Justin SloanGeoffrey D. Calhoun chats with Paul Zeidman and Justin Sloan, hosts of The Creative Writing Life podacst. They discuss breaking into the industry from outside of Hollywood, dealing with insecurities as a writer, and what it's like living the life of a creative. You can listen to their show at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-writing-life/id1488636423 Read Paul's blog, MaximumZ at https://maximumz.blog/Read Justin's books at https://www.thriftbooks.com/a/justin-sloan/2070670/Of course, make sure to visit www.thesuccessfulscreenwriter.com for all your screenwriting needs.2021-04-1535 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life38. Justin G. Dyck - Director of Anything for JacksonJustin and Paul chat with Justin G. Dyck, the director of Anything for Jackson.  After a successful festival run, Justin G. Dyck’s Anything for Jackson made its debut on Shudder. Starring Julian Richings, Sheila McCarthy, and Konstantina Mantelos, the film is centered around a grieving pair of grandparents who kidnap a young woman in hopes of transferring the soul of their deceased grandson into her soon-to-be born child, and as expected, things don’t exactly go according to plan. It's a great one, but he's done more movies. Check out his IMDB and the episo...2021-04-0144 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life37. Eve Edelson on Film Festivals and Directing ShortsJustin and Paul speak with Eve Edelson about her experience making short films and running a festival.  FROM EVE: I'm a writer and filmmaker living in the San Francisco Bay Area. I started out in theater, training at the Drama Studio London at Berkeley. I've crewed on films,  made 6 shorts and run the Weird Film Festival, now in its 7th year. My play Scamoramaland, about people who prank email scammers,  produced in San Francisco, was based on my website scamorama.com and my book of the same name published by The Disinformation Company. Fin...2021-03-0345 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life36. Bob Saenz on Screenwriting and Extracurricular Activities (2019)Bob Saenz wrote Extracurricular Activities (2019) and has done many other awesome work. He shares his experience with us.  Also, you can grab his book on Amazon - THAT'S NOT THE WAY IT WORKS. ABOUT BOB SAENZ Bob is a screenwriter and actor, his written and produced works include Hallmark's "Help for the Holidays", "Rescuing Madison", "Sweet Surrender", On the 12th Day of Christmas", "Sound of Christmas", "The Right Girl", "Christmas in Love", both the theatricals "Church People", and the black comedy thriller "Extracurricular Activities". He does rewrites and polishes on film and TV p...2021-02-1938 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life35. Writing Tools and CWC Will Wight EpisodeJustin and Paul discuss writing tools! Also, we bring back the old CWC Will Wight episode. Enjoy! About Will Wight Will Wight is the #1 Kindle Best Selling author of the Traveler's Gate trilogy, the Elder Empire cycle, and the Cradle series, with other titles available in alternate dimensions. He can smell fear, taste anger, and hear joy. Will lives in Orlando, among the creatures of swamp and sea. He graduated from the University of Central Florida, where he received degrees in Creative Writing and Bear Surgery. Visit his website at www...2021-02-0556 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life34. Noah A. Waters III on Writing, Directing, and Stand Up ComedyJustin and Paul speak with Noah A. Waters III on writing and directing, along with being a stand up comedian.  Noah is FilmMaker (Writer/Director), a Stand Up Comedian, a playwright, musician, and novelist. He is a combat vet having served both in the US ARMY and in several Private Military outfits as a Mercenary. Noah is a Free Mason of the 32nd degree with Scottish Rite, York Rite Mason, a knighted member of the Knights Templar and several other orders as well as a member of Veterans in Film & Television. Check o...2021-01-2843 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life33. Final Draft vs. Movie Magic Screenwriting SoftwarePaul and Justin discuss Final Draft vs. Movie Magic Screenwriting Software. What do you think? How about other tools?  Enjoy!2021-01-2031 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life32. Author Jonathan Fesmire on Steampunk, Worldbuilding, and FunAuthor Jonathan Fesmire, originally from Santa Cruz, California, now lives in Southern California with his son. By day, he’s a copywriter, by evening a steampunk author, and at all times, a dedicated dad. Though Jonathan started out writing fantasy, he has moved completely to steampunk, enchanted with its aesthetics, possibilities, and implications. He’s a fan of the stories, the art, and the gadgets, and enjoys interacting with the community. https://www.jonathanfesmire.com2020-12-2935 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life31. Chris Mancini - Writer, Director, Comedian, PodcasterChris Mancini is a Writer, Director, Comedian, Podcaster, and Father. He's written comedy, horror, soap operas, comics, and parenting books. They are all more closely related than you think. In addition to film and TV work, Chris' published works include Pacify Me: A Handbook for the Freaked Out New Dad from Simon and Schuster and Long Ago and Far Away from Starburns Press. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0541449/2020-12-0435 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life30. M.D. Presley Talks Worldbuilding in Movies and BooksJustin and Paul talk with M.D. Presley about worldbuilding in movies and books. Enjoy!  --- https://www.amazon.com/M.D.-Presley/e/B01IAX3M4Y Never passing up the opportunity to speak about himself in the third person, M.D. Presley is not nearly as clever as he thinks he is. Born and raised in Texas, he spent several years on the East Coast and now waits for the West Coast to shake him loose. His favorite words include defenestrate, callipygian, and Algonquin. The fact that monosyllabic is such a l...2020-11-0635 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life29. Ryan Estabrooks Writing and Directing and WebseriesJustin and Paul speak with Ryan Estabrooks about writing and directing and making webseries. https://www.ryanestabrooks.com/ https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4712536/ Ryan Estabrooks was born and raised in Midwest City, Oklahoma and as a child, became fascinated with writing. They started out using comic books as inspiration to create their own during preschool using markers, lots of paper, and whatever else they could find. Around age 12, they were given a small camcorder and experimented with it, creating shorts and skits with anyone from the neighborhood who would help out. They...2020-10-1733 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life28. Genre Writing and OLD CWC Episode with Bob GoodmanThe team discusses genre writing, and then we play an old episode of CREATIVE WRITING CAREER episode: Bob Goodman discusses superhero writing. 2020-10-0254 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life27. Screenplay Contests and Visual NovelsPaul and Justin discuss screenplay contests and visual novels.  Screenplay contests include:   Nicholl Austin Film Festival Page  Others? 2020-09-2529 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life26. Screenwriting, books, and Kickstarter!Justin and Paul share updates on their screenwriting, books, and Kickstarter!2020-09-1030 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life25 - HBO Max vs Disney Plus - What's so great?Justin and Paul discuss what's up with their writing, as well as why HBO Max and Disney Plus are great for writers (and fun!).  2020-09-0135 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life24 - Steven Konkoly on Thrilling ReadersSteven Konkoly joins the guys to discuss writing thrillers that connect with readers, researching your stories, and writing for Thomas and Mercer. Find Steven at: https://stevenkonkoly.com/ Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK/2020-08-1133 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life23 - Jeremy Flagg on Writing Dystopian and SuperheroesJeremy Flagg talks about his writing origins, dystopian worlds, and what defines a great superhero story. Find Jeremy at: https://remyflagg.com/ Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK/2020-07-2241 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life22 - Karen Inglis on Writing for Younger ReadersKaren Inglis is the author of numerous Children’s and Middle Grade books. She joins the guys to talk about reading as a writer, marketing, getting reviews on Children’s Books, and where she finds inspiration. Find Karen at: https://kareninglisauthor.com/ Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK/2020-07-0140 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life21 - Mal Cooper on Building a UniverseMal Cooper is the author and architect of the Aeon 14 universe and the author of numerous books for authors. She joins the guys to discuss building a universe, launching a book, and why she remains passionate about helping other authors. Find Mal at: https://www.aeon14.com/ Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Cre...2020-06-0932 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life20 - Mark Darin on Creating Compelling Video GamesMark was a key figure at Telltale Games, and now he’s got a new game out called Nick Bounty & The Dame with the Blue Chewed Shoe. He talks to the guys about designing compelling games, breaking into video game writing, and what led to the creation of Nick Bounty & The Dame with the Blue Chewed Shoe. Find Mark at: http://www.pinheadgames.com/ Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00...2020-05-2534 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life19 - Nick Thacker on Building a Thriller SeriesNick Thacker is the author of the Harvey Bennett Thriller series. He also creates music, is working on a new co-written series, and somehow finds time to sleep somewhere in there. He joins the podcast to give his take on how he approaches his genre, how he works with beta readers, and how he creates soundtracks for books. Find Nick at: https://nickthacker.com/ Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B...2020-05-1130 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life18 - Online Writing ResourcesThe guys discuss their writing schedules in these odd times. Then they talk about Brandon Sanderson’s lecture series on YouTube and launch into other online resources they’ve found helpful. Brandon Sanderson’s Lecture Series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6HOdHEeosc&list=PLSH_xM-KC3Zv-79sVZTTj-YA6IAqh8qeQ Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://w...2020-04-2728 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life17 - Wayne Stinnett on Crafting Adventure StoriesNovelist Wayne Stinnett joins us to discuss his unique brand of Caribbean adventure stories. He talks about creating characters people love, developing a series, and writing about compelling locations. Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK/2020-04-1227 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life16 - Attila Korosi on Breaking in as a FilmmakerFilmmaker Attila Korosi joins the guys to discuss the power of hard work, how his upbringing in Yugoslavia shaped him, how he managed to get his films made despite moving to LA with no connections. Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK/2020-04-0434 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life15 - Dwayne Alexander Smith on Finding Success in Novels and ScreenplaysScreenwriter and novelist Dwayne Alexander Smith talks about writing thrillers, bringing your skills to multiple mediums, and balancing a career as a screenwriter, novelist, and producer. Find his books at: https://www.amazon.com/Dwayne-Alexander-Smith/e/B00L96G4FO Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK/2020-03-2332 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life14 - San Francisco Writers Conference Wrap UpPaul’s fresh off the San Francisco Writers conference, and he shares what he learned. Plus, should you pay for notes on your scripts? The eternal debate rages on. Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK/2020-03-1034 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life13 - Joel Searls on Working Your Way Up in HollywoodJoel Searls took his military and theater experience to Hollywood and worked his way up from the mailroom to production roles and beyond. In this interview, he discusses his journey, what the average writer outside Hollywood doesn’t know, and the power of perseverance. Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK/2020-03-0336 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life12 - The Oscars from a Writer's PerspectiveThe guys share their thoughts on the Oscars, the winners, and what writers can learn from the movies that won the big awards. They also discuss what awards mean to them and how they define success as writers.  Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK/2020-02-1728 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life11 - Finding InspirationWhere do you find inspiration? How do you keep it flowing? And what do you do when it’s just not working? That’s what the guys discuss in this week’s episode. Tune in to hear some of their best tips for staying inspired. Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK/2020-02-1019 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life10 - Brian Drake on How to Thrill Your ReadersBrian Drake is the author of numerous successful spy novels. He joins the guys to discuss the ups and downs of working with publishers, writing great action scenes, and some of his favorite thrillers. You can find out more about Brian and his work at www.briandrakebooks.com Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp...2020-01-2726 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life9 - Defining Yourself As a WriterWhat makes your writing you?  One of the best ways to find out is by stretching your comfort zone. Whether it’s writing in new genres or approaching your stories in a new way, trying new things can help you figure out what works for you and what doesn’t. Then you can take those lessons back to what you are comfortable writing.  In this episode, the guys discuss how they’ve pushed their own limits, what has worked, and what hasn’t. Then they discuss using those learnings to pitch yourself as a writer. Paul...2020-01-2134 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life8 - Bryan Cohen Saves Your BookBryan Cohen is an author, teacher, blurb master, and the host of the Sell More Books podcast. He talks about Amazon ads, blurbs, and how writing is like improve comedy. Join Bryan’s 5 Day Amazon Ad Challenge at https://bryancohen.lpages.co/amazon-ad-profit-challenge-landing-jan-2020/ Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK/2020-01-1432 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life7: How to deal with Story Notes (and how to give them)Feedback is a part of the writer’s life. How do you give it? How do you react to feedback from others? We’re going to break down the good, the bad, and the ugly of feedback and notes. Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Writing-Life-Justin-Sloan-ebook/dp/B07YR2FMYK/2020-01-0732 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life6: Writing Superheroes with Jeffrey H. HaskellThis week, science fiction and superhero novelist Jeffrey H. Haskell joins the show to talk about how he got into writing, the difference between urban fantasy and superheroes, and how understanding why people read a certain genre is more important than hitting the genre’s tropes. Check out Jeff’s books at: https://www.amazon.com/Jeffery-H-Haskell/e/B01I2W55SO Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY...2019-12-2426 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing Life5: How to Stay Focused on WritingThis week, the guys share their tips for staying focused and productive. PT talks about writing with a partner. Justin talks about dictation. Paul talks about working on his short film script and the struggles of writing in coffee shops. Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Paul's Creative Writing Career episode: https://creativewritingcareer.simplecast.fm/96e960d3 Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life book: http...2019-12-1627 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeEpisode 4: All About Screenwriting ContestsThis week, we talk screenwriting contests. How do you decide which ones to enter? What can you expect to get out of them? How valuable is the feedback? Paul, Justin, and PT are here to break it down for you. Paul recommends checking out - https://filmfreeway.com/ Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Paul's Creative Writing Career episode: https://creativewritingcareer.simplecast.fm/96e960d3 Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KW...2019-12-1029 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeBonus: Elias Madias talks Shadow of Mordor and ScreenwritingThis week, we share an interview with Elias Madias, writer on the awesome video game Shadow of Mordor. He talkings about how he came up in the industry through being a Director’s Assistant, how he found a writing partner and bust down the first door in his way (to get to Disney!), and how he got into games (the secret? Connections. Networking. Duh). This interview first appeared on the Creative Writing Career podcast way back on episode two. Plus, Paul, Justin, and PT talk about adaptations. How do you go about adapting a work in...2019-12-0749 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeEpisode 3: Are Writing Conferences Worth It?This week, Paul, Justin, and PT talk about conferences. What’s the point of going to conferences? How do you know which ones are worth attending? What do you do if you wind up on a panel? Tune in and find out! Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Paul's Creative Writing Career episode: https://creativewritingcareer.simplecast.fm/96e960d3 Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/ Get the Creative Writing Life b...2019-11-2934 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeEpisode 2: How to Create a StoryWelcome to the Creative Writing Life! This week, Paul, Justin, and PT talk about creating stories. Where do you start? What are the stages in the process? How is creating a story for a novel different from a screenplay or a video game? How do you create your villain?  Plus, Justin shares his experience creating stories at Telltale Games. Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Paul's Creative Writing Career episode: https://creativewritingcareer.simplecast.fm/96e960d3 Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page...2019-11-2432 minThe Creative Writing LifeThe Creative Writing LifeEpisode 1: Networking for WritersWelcome to the Creative Writing Life!  This week, Paul, Justin, and PT talk about networking for writers.  Paul's Blog: https://maximumz.blog/ Paul's Creative Writing Career episode: https://creativewritingcareer.simplecast.fm/96e960d3 Justin's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/Justin-Sloan/e/B00OJPAM0K/ PT's Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/P.T.-Hylton/e/B00J8K7KWY/2019-11-0728 min