All writers understand the ups and downs of the journey - the constant struggles with rejection, procrastination, and self-doubt. Today's discussion is pulled from one of our weekly Zoom calls in the ScriptBlast Members Online Community. I'm joined by ScriptBlast Members MK McFadden, Jay Kottaram, and Larry Guzman as we walk through a series of affirmations, exercises and group discussion around rebooting our mindset. We spend the first half of the episode focusing on the positive and the second half learning how to reframe the negative in a positive light. The more we focus on the positive, the more we attract positive things, so come ready to take some notes and play along at home! 

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I have a brand new book out! Writing Unforgettable Characters: How to Write a Character-Driven Screenplay that Connects Emotionally with your Audience is now available on Amazon. For all of you writers who struggle with writing compelling, driven characters, this book will help you diagnose where you've gone wrong and help you write stories that are more personal and emotional. And the best part is Writing Unforgettable Characters is only $7.99 on Amazon right now.

There's something unique about the genre of science fiction: it opens doors to telling more truthful stories and tackling difficult topics.

In this episode, Hudson talks with brothers Tony and Ryan Smith, a writing-directing duo based in Vancouver, BA. The Smith Brothers talk about their recent film, Volition, and the deeper themes of identity and fate. Authenticity is the key to telling truthful stories and your voice has a power unlike any other. By learning how to tap into it, the road begins to pave itself.

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Profound Clarke is a musician, screenwriter, and founder of Storyteller Session -- a weekly live table read event that pairs writers with professional actors so they can hear their work read out loud and get better feedback on their scripts. In this episode, we discuss introverts, how collaboration gets the best out of us, and why table reads are better than paying for feedback.

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What if we told you the key to making your movie was in your hands? It all starts with thinking outside of the box.

In this episode, Hudson interviews writer, director, and distribution consultant Liz Manashil about the ins and outs of the indie film industry, where all directors struggle, and the pros and cons of self-distribution. Liz is the writer and director of the feature films Bread and Butter and Speed of Life, former manager of Sundance's Creative Distribution Initiative and co-founder of the brand new indie film program, Constellation Incubator. She is also the co-host of hit podcast Making Movies Is Hard!!! 

Today we'll learn:

The deadline to submit your work to the Constellation Incubator is April 15th. For more info, go to www.filmfreeway.com/ConstellationIncubator. 

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One of the biggest struggles every writer faces is choosing what medium to work in. Well, what if we told you that you could do it all? 

In this episode, Hudson talks with David Accampo on how his childhood love for superheroes turned into a successful career that branched into five different mediums – comics and graphic novels, films, games, short stories, and an audio drama. David’s writing journey allowed him to connect the dots and knit together all of his passions in a way that allows him to tell his truth, no matter the outlet. Today, he’ll answer your questions:

“I always thought that artists should struggle, but I don't think that you have to suffer.” 

In this episode, Hudson talks with Michelle Leibel on her journey from PA to a staff writer on ABC’s “A Million Little Things” and how the most unsuspecting events can sometimes put us right where we’ve always wanted to be.

Through her stories, you’ll learn the power of honesty in helping you get your foot in the door, establishing and maintaining professional relationships, and which positions you want to shoot for in order to work your way up to a writers’ room.

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Have you been bitten by the filmmaking bug but find yourself stuck in the middle of nowhere thousands of miles from the industry? It is possible to do what you love every day and make a living off of it. 

In this episode, Hudson talks with Luke Pilgrim and Brad Kennedy of Sozo Bear Films about their filmmaking journey. You'll learn:

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Do you have a personal story that you want to get out into the world? What if you could make EVERY script you write more personal? 

In this episode, Hudson talks with writer / director / producer / actor Victoria Negri about the process of bringing her brilliant, beautiful, and very personal debut film, GOLD STAR, to life. You'll learn:

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Every writer with a dream, repeat after me: "It is possible to make my own feature film." This series of interviews show that it can happen with very few resources as long as you have a tenacious drive, you surround yourself with the right people, and you never give up. In this episode, Hudson talks with Walker Whited, the writer & director behind the feature film By Nights End, about how he got started in film, some of the practical ways he brought By Nights End to life so quickly and effectively, and how he turned his envy into something beautiful.