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I Am an AUTHOR - Is This the Next Big Fad?
by Martin Lemieux
Write an article, get the traffic. Well sort of! Since
the birth of writing articles, our industry has caught
on to the phenomena of increasing your website's
traffic by becoming the professional in your field. The
only problem with this is that for every serious
professional in one field, there are a thousand other
writers who are jumping on the 'band wagon'.
This article phenomenon is hurting every industry!
From bloggers, column writers, and e-books, the
writing industry is yearning for more great writers.
The internet marketing community is especially
hurting for better content.
With the birth of SEO (search engine optimization),
people all over the world are searching, browsing,
and reading everything they can on how to promote
their business on the internet. Because of this
demand for different content, the supply of writers is
increasing everyday but the quality of articles is
decreasing exponentially.
Everyone is writing about the exact same thing! My
company receives on average 10-20 articles per hour
submitted to us. I would have to say that only 1 in
about 100 articles submitted are ever published
within our website. Those numbers are extremely low
and for good reason.
It's all about 'substance' - or lack of it!
Many articles we review are nothing more than
simple 'babble' and most of them are pointless. You
can seriously tell right away whether the article is
just a promotional piece or something with actual
substance within the content.
Great content is very important. There is a
misconception out there that most people won't read
your content and you can pretty much post anything
you want within your website as long as your
website is clean, professional looking, and can be
found online.
You are so wrong.
If there is one constant online, it's the fact that the
general public is getting smarter and more
knowledgeable on how to research for honest,
reputable companies on the internet.
Unfortunately, authors these days are simply stealing
from other great authors!
I am not talking about posting someone else's article
on your website! Copying content from other leaders
in your industry will only hurt your company. This is
why the writing industry is getting worse; many
writers out there simply select a topic they want to
write about, then they go online and find 5 articles
on that topic. Once they have some other great
articles, they simply proceed to combine each article
for themselves, by personalizing the content a little.
Do you ever wonder why for specific topics within
your industry, you can find hundreds of authors that
wrote almost the exact same thing? I call these
people 'Content Copiers'.
Even worse are people who buy articles to post
online.
This gets me every time. Did you know that you can
now hire a company to write something for you and
insert your company information as the source and
author of the article? This strategy is seriously sad
considering I can almost guarantee you that the
article you just bought was also sold to a handful of
other companies. All they do is tweak the article a
little bit and insert a different title.
No one knows your business more than you do. If
you are seriously good at what you do, 9 times out
of 10, you probably have enough knowledge to write
an article that makes sense, that is unique in
content, and that has your personal touch.
We've all come across different situations while
operating our businesses. These small but important
situations are what gives us confidence in what we
do. When you learn from your mistakes, you should
also consider educating people on what you've
learned in order to help your potential clients or even
help better educate your industry.
Think beyond yourself and write down something
helpful.
I hope you've enjoyed this article!
Martin Lemieux is the president of the Smartads
Advertising Network. Smartads helps all sorts of
companies to increase their business online and
offline.
Frank's film tip: BATMAN BEGINS
It has been an astounding eight years since
audiences last saw the Caped Crusader roam the
gothic landscape in search of vengeance on the big
screen. Of course moviegoers were previously
treated to distinctive versions of the Black Knight
courtesy of the artistic whims by noted filmmakers
Tim Burton and Joel Schumacher. While Burton chose
to delve into the dank and sardonic surrealism of the
courageous Costumed One, Schumacher delivered
somewhat of a flexible frivolous take on the classic
comic book hero.
In director/co-writer Christopher Nolan's breathtaking
fantasy action adventure Batman Begins, the stakes
are higher as Gotham City's "guardian of the good"
returns with the right amount of sure-fire angst and
redemption that should please Batman-loving
enthusiasts from all walks of life. Nolan's magnetic
entry into our hooded hero's consciousness is
delightfully disturbing in its somber skin. Relentlessly
moody, colorfully chaotic and symbolically transfixing,
Batman Begins is definitely a new chapter of good
conquering evil that's instilled in the same old reliable
book. Armed with a notable star-studded cast and a
brooding energy that elevates the film's toxic
turbulence, Nolan's explosive examination of a
complicated man marred in cynicism and self-
righteousness certainly gives this particular movie
franchise its guaranteed resurgence.
At times, Batman Begins can be perceived as
atmospheric and its tendency to add clutter to the
script by juggling three wavering plotlines instead of
concentrating on one main story is occasionally
distracting. Nolan and fellow screenwriter David S.
Goyer (Blade) felt liberated in displaying the
assortment of guilt and despair that consumes the
conflicted Bruce Wayne/Batman by demonstrating
the connect-the-dots approach to his tattered
psyche. The necessity is somewhat warranted in
watching the interchanging phases of the vulnerable
orphaned billionaire playboy Bruce Wayne. For one,
showcasing his transformation into his legendary
cowl. Secondly, the ability to parlay his personal pain
and pathos into a constructive philosophical triumph.
And thirdly, his challenge in finding the love and
affection that seemed to have abandoned him.
There's too much on the table to swallow these
ingredients in one setting. Still, the forum does allow
for us to marvel at a heroic lost soul that must come
to grips with his haunting demons in order to
experience his own growth as a perplexed individual
at the crossroads.
Naturally the background foundation for the
tormented Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) is widely
known to avid followers of both the comic books and
the film series. Tragically, a young Wayne bears
witness to the senseless execution of his beloved
parents by a common street thug. Since being left
alone to fend for himself without the guidance or
support of his dearly departed folks, an
understandable void has been left inside this empty
shell of a human being. A lonely figurehead with
sorrow and rage wrapped up so convincingly tight in
his gut, Wayne must learn how to use his endless
materialistic resources and mental rigidity to
overcome his inherent fears and defeat the wicked
element in society--the same vermin responsible for
his perished parents years earlier. No doubt that the
wealthy and charming but no nonsense Bruce Wayne
is out to settle a score and leave a mark on the
sordid environment that exposed him to such a
numbing existence.
As time passes on, we find out that Bruce rubs
against the wrong shoulders with Gotham City's top-
notch criminal mastermind Carmine Falcone (Tom
Wilkerson). Feeling the need to confront the likes of
Falcone and his undesirable ilk, Bruce must depart
the city and take some sort of reflective retreat to
replenish his confused thoughts and figure out how
to contend with his non-addressed, pending issues.
More important, he needs to tap into the criminal
mind in order to prepare for his return to Gotham City
where he can help eradicate the scumbags such as
with his heated dealings concerning a menacing
Falcone.
While frequenting the remote mountains somewhere
in Asia he finds solidarity in an ancient Chinese
organization known as the League of Shadows. The
founding father of this outfit is revered ninja master
Ra Al Ghul (Ken Watanabe from The Last Samurai).
However, most of the training that is provided for
Bruce is done by Ghul's capable protégé Henri Ducard
(Liam Neeson). The meditative martial arts sessions
between Wayne and Ducard may recall the mentoring
connection that was so essential in the Obi Wan
Kanobi-Anakin Skywalker partnership from the Star
Wars flicks. And as Bruce Wayne gains the
disciplinary upper hand in strengthening his mind,
body and spirit, Batman is soon able to emerge on
the scene and ensure the protection of Gotham City
once and for all.
As Wayne/Batman revisits the hostile hamlet that he
left behind for purposes of adopting an edgier
advantage, he finds that his adversaries are running
amok like never before. While mob boss Falcone is
consistently true to despicable form, Wayne has to
consider the other slimy playmakers that figure into
the precarious puzzle. Scarecrow (Cillian Murphy) is
the devilish pusher behind the airborne drugs that
heightens the paranoia in his victims' sketchy
illusions. From a corporate standpoint, a Wayne
Enterprises CEO (Rutger Hauer) is a seedy son-of-a-
gun that looks to the shady side of business that
clearly is not in the best interest of Bruce's holdings
and his impeccable business-like reputation.
Batman Begins has the needed potential to jump-
start the aura of our famed costume-wearing
caretaker whose overwhelming woes and sense of
urgency dictate what a three-dimensional dynamo
this fearless flying rodent really is in the scheme of
things. As the emotionally wounded but determined
Batman, Bale is thoroughly outstanding and dons the
cape with indescribable vitality. It is easy to overlook
the previous cads that assumed the masked face
duties (Adam West, Michael Keaton, Val Kilmer, and
George Clooney) since Bale brings his notable spin on
a comic book fixture injured by life's unpredictable
nastiness but rejuvenated by the compulsion to
savage his self-destructive tendencies. Through
exacting his concept of fair play among the evil-
doing scoundrels that threaten an honest man's
livelihood, Bale's Batman is a misunderstood renegade
that lingers on in a universe that invites all kinds of
temptation.
The histrionics and other references that cater to
the Batman mindset are reserved for the most die
hard of fans. Nolan and Goyer stay faithful to the
animated gadgetry that's part of the caped
crimefighter's folklore--the tongue-in-cheek usage of
the Batcave, the Batmobile and the famous signifier
of all--the Bat Signal. We are even granted the
privilege of meeting the masterful inventor behind
such elaborate toys in the person of resilient Batman
associate Lucius Fox (Morgan Freeman). Also, it's
refreshing to see Batman's ultimate behind-the-
scenes partner in the presence of trusty
manservant/guardian Alfred Pennysworth (Michael
Caine). More than anything else, Nolan and Goyer
never lets us forget the on-going agony that is the
hidden tainted armor of this dark prince of
personalized pain.
The only regrettable omission in Batman Begins is the
lack of substantive villains to compliment the
constant suffering of our protagonist's self-loathing.
Whereas Jack Nicholson's over-the-top and nihilistic
Joker brought out the sulking magnificence that was
Michael Keaton's Bruce Wayne/Batman, Bale seems
to be doing his moping balancing act without the
benefit of a robustly viable foe that can draw out
more of his Batman's inner strife. Unfortunately,
there's not enough screen time devoted to fleshing
out the corrosive aspects of these lackluster
baddies. In the supporting role as Batman's
estranged girlfriend in Assistant District Attorney
Rachel Dawes, Katie Holmes is sufficiently effective
and shares an uncanny emotional distance much like
her superhero suitor in the film. Yet, you also get the
feeling that Rachel's pursuit of the lawbreakers in
court is every bit as significant as the riff raff her
precious Batman battles in the mean streets of
Gotham City.
In its full scope, Batman Begins is an exhilarating and
grand piece of popcorn entertainment. Visually, it has
a vibrancy that percolates beyond expectations.
Spiritually, it is a morality tale of going against the
grain and trying to survive despite the ambivalence
of one's clouded convictions. In many ways it has a
contradiction about its vibes that's very telling--a
comic book characterization that has been around for
nearly seven decades gets another chance to
introduce itself in its creative infancy.
Thank goodness for Batman's new cinematic
beginning because it's inconceivable to even
contemplate its eventual ending in the winding
tunnels of pop cultural consideration.
Frank rates this film: *** stars (out of 4 stars)
Quick Resouce Links...
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Greetings Everyone!
Hope everyone is good... this weekend I'll be
celebrating my birthday!!!
Update: This week we had to increase bandwith for
BLP's website - why? Because the traffic is insane
that's why! Last month alone we had 10753 visitors
jamming the internet road that leads to our little hole
in space. To top it off we gave up on web
counters... code must be updated every so often
and there's just no time left for that - so we
disposed of it and let the server take over.
On a higher note: we recieve over 300 emails a day
in each of our mailboxes requesting information or
wanting to give us some (we have 10 mail boxes),
over 100 a day seek a special celebrity address and
over 200 requesting reviews! Quite a few send thank
you notes, numerous others request advice on book-
buying and still others would like us to increase the
size of the newsletter. The latter would not be
possible, as its already a fairly large newsletter. Don't
you think?
This is not counting all the mail we get from
publishers, publicists, reporters and more!
But the good news is that since we've had so many
people interested in us and our little hole in space...
we decided to add a little special something to our
website!!!!
On our writers showcase page: Authors, Poets and
Screenwriters already listed as links may submit a
sample of their works to be viewed. Please include in
your email any books published and a short bio.
Screenwriters may include any portion of a script
along with logline and synopsis. If you would like
graphics in place please be sure the size is small for
quick loading. Anyone not listed feel free to submit
your information-- our address is below.
Betsie
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CELEBRITY GOSSIP
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Cruz Surprised By Combs Fashion Range -
Penelope Cruz was amazed when rap mogul Sean 'P
Diddy' Combs asked her to be the face of his first
womenswear collection, as she was convinced her
image wasn't "urban" enough.
But the Hispanic screen beauty, who recently
completed a photo shoot for the hip-hop star's new
range, Sean By Sean Combs, was pleasantly
surprised when she realised his clothes were
sophisticated.
She says, "I was asked to be the spokeswoman for P
Diddy's new line.
"I was so surprised because at first I thought the
clothes would consist of urban wear, like lots of
hoods, but his clothes are so sexy and they made me
feel good."
Live 8 Takes Its Toll On Geldof - Sir Bob
Geldof initially shied away from organising Live
8 because of the intense stress he experienced
during the original Live Aid concert in 1985 - and the
pressure is taking its toll again.
The rocker insists all the hard work is worthwhile but
admits he is suffering from insomnia and anxiety due
to the pressure of coordinating the global
extravaganza.
Geldof, 53, says, "I haven't been sleeping, there are
constant crises and panic attacks. The phone keeps
going all day, all night.
"I really didn't want to take it on because the cost to
me of Live Aid personally and emotionally was
profound. But not to do it would have been like a
betrayal of myself and worse, betrayal of those in
whose name all this stuff is done."
Sting: 'I'm Not Singing With Madonna' -
Superstar Sting has rubbished reports he is
performing a duet with Madonna at the London leg of
Live 8 tomorrow (02JUL05) in Hyde Park.
The English rocker, 53, is far too busy concentrating
on performing a new version of his haunting hit Every
Breath You Take to worry about working alongside
the pop queen.
He says, "There was a rumour that I was to do a
duet with Madonna but it's completely untrue.
"I don't know where that came from. I'm singing
three songs, the main one being Every Breath You
Take.
"There'll be footage of the world's leaders playing on
screens and I've changed the words to 'We'll be
watching you'."
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IN THE NEWS
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Mandalay Joins With Lone Runner - Mandalay
Sports Action Entertainment will partner with William
Winokur's Lone Runner Entertainment to develop and
produce TV and feature projects.
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BOOK REVIEWS
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Downtown: My
Manhattan by Pete Hamill
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company (December 2004)
Genre: History)
ISBN: 0316734519)
Hardcover: 289 pages)
Price: $23.95)
Rating: Highly Recommended
A Love Letter to New York City
May 26, 2005
I grew up in New York reading newspaper articles by
Pete Hamill and always imagined him as a rather gruff
and cynical newspaperman. In Downtown: My
Manhattan, Hamill reveals not only an incredible
knowledge of the history of New York, but a tender
and affectionate heart towards this most incredible
city. Hamill serves up personal stories along with the
people and places that once made up and, in many
cases, still make up, downtown Manhattan.
He takes us on the journey that so many immigrants
took, leaving the Old Country and arriving, and often
staying, in New York, that amazing melting pot of so
many different cultures and peoples. He reminds us
of the gifts we now take for granted such as free
schools and libraries which were crucial in helping the
children of poor immigrant families build new lives for
themselves. We learn the history of the Battery,
how Wall Street got its name, the development of
skyscrapers, and stories of the Bowery, Park Row
and the Rialto. Hamill takes us along with him to
learn about the first newspapers and the men who
ran them. He tells us the stories of familiar names
such as Peter Stuyvesant and John Jacob Astor, as
well as less familiar names including Alexander
Stewart who wrought radical change to New York
City. We are taken to Times Square and the impact
of the subway on transforming this intersection of
roads into one of the most famous and influential
pieces of real estate in the world. He takes us back
to the neighborhoods when the diverse immigrant
groups were struggling to make their way in this new
world. We go to the villages, including Little Italy,
Chinatown, and that most famous of villages,
Greenwich Village. Hamill also pays tribute to the
World Trade Center and the horrific events of
September 11th in a personal and moving reaction to
the terrors of that day.
Hamill discusses the fact that New York City is
always changing, sometimes for the better, but not
always. Early on, he explains the difference between
sentimentality and nostalgia for things that no longer
exist: Irreversible change happens so often in New
York that the experience affects character itself.
New York toughens its people against sentimentality
by allowing the truer emotion of nostalgia.
Sentimentality is always about a lie. Nostalgia is
about real things gone. Nobody truly mourns a lie.
Hamill is the kind of writer who makes it look easy,
who makes it sound like he is having a conversation
with you about the most everyday of topics when he
is actually weaving complex and often obscure
historical facts and characters into a most readable,
fascinating history of downtown Manhattan. While
most of us have heard bits and pieces of this story,
few have delved into the truth of it with the gusto
and affection of this author. This is a most
enjoyable read and one that takes us on a nostalgic,
but never sentimental, journey into another time.
This is one love letter meant to be shared and
savored by us all.
Reviewed by Nancy Machlis Rechtman
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Shadows at Garner
Lake by Hank Kellner
Publisher: iUniverse, Inc. (November 2004)
Genre: Fiction/Suspense
ISBN: 0595336760
Paperback: 167Pages
Price: $12.95
Also available in Hardcover and Digital reader
Rating: Highly Recommended
An Exciting Page-Turner Loaded With Suspense!
May 31, 2005
Peter Engstrom and Hal Bonnacker have fished at
Garner Lake for many years trying to catch the one
that got away affectionately named Old Jonah. It
was a time for them to bond and reflect upon various
memories until a young runaway named Cindy Garvey
enters into their lives. The events that transpire will
change them forever.
Luke Downing, who can be described as a murderous
sociopath and his imaginary friend that directs his
actions from within his own psyche, conceive a
seemingly brilliant plan. He will blackmail Peter and
Hal, threatening to expose their exploits with Cindy
unless they pay him for his silence. All is going as
planned until Cindy undermines Luke's plan by wading
onto Garner Lake and drowning herself.
Peter and Hal return to their wives even more distant
than before. Not only do they have the weight of
their infidelity to bear, but they also have Cindy's
death on their consciences. Therefore, when they
return to Garner Lake for a sense of closure, they
bring along their wives as well. They are not
prepared for Luke downing, his imaginary friend and
Bruce Orum but the evil trio are prepared for them.
Luke has decided that this will be the last time that
Peter and Hal will go to Garner Lake and he has plans
to kill them. When they arrive with their wives, the
plans change as Luke plans on torturing and
humiliating the two couples before killing them all.
Shadows at Garner Lake is a well-written book
loaded with excitement, terror, suspense and clever
dialogue combined with character development. The
story is constantly moving and each character's role
in the story is vital to its impact. There are no loose
ends and all questions are answered at the
conclusion of the book. This is an excellent read and
mentally stimulating. When you close this book after
reading the final page you feel as if you've traveled
to Garner Lake and caught the one that got away.
Shadows at Garner Lake is a winner!
Reviewed by Tyrone V. Banks
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The Coat That
Covers Him: and Other Stories by Michael
Hoffman
Publisher: Authorhouse (December 2004)
Genre/Market: Fiction/Short Stories
ISBN Number: 1418494402
Paperback: 644 Pages
Price: $29.50
Rating: Highly Recommended
An Excellent Summer Read!
June 8, 2005
I have just read and enjoyed Michael Hoffman's
The Coat That Covers Him and Other Stories.
It was a long but worthwhile read written in a unique
style. Six shorter stories set the mood for the main
story. An artful combination of plots drive these
stories with subjects ranging from a man who
believes that he is a murderer and is approached by
a young girl looking to sell her body to him followed
by a man who loses his key thus creating an
unexpected chain of events that you'd never
imagine. (The ideas are so witty and complex that I
am allowing myself a run on sentence with this one!)
The main story, however, is about Sidney Levin. Sid
is a well-traveled man involved in a love triangle
between his wife Natalie and his Japanese girlfriend
Keiko. He lost Keiko as she married another man
named Jon many years before. After Jon dies, he
pounces on the opportunity to rekindle that flame
with Keiko. However, he willingly submits to the
advances of Keiko's teenage daughter Mariko and she
is impregnated. She moves in with her Uncle and Sid
seems to settle for Natalie but the story does not
really end there?
These stories will engage various senses as you read,
comprehend and digest the material. It is written in
a poetic form that grants the stories and the
characters an added sense of tangibility as some of
the emotions, reactions and responses are
experienced by all of us in some small way. Hoffman's
travels to Japan and Canada serve as a common
theme as the characters always seem to end up or
exist in one of those locations or the other, with
Japan being the predominant location.
Add The Coat That Covers Him and Other
Stories. to your summer reading list! If you're
looking for an engaging read that could be
accomplished in a day or even a week you will find it
in the pages of this book.
Reviewed by Tyrone V. Banks
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I Sea Horses by
Dawn Van Zant
Illustrated by Callan Van Zant
Publisher: Wild Heart Ranch Books (2004)
ISBN: 0976176807
Paperback: 28pp
$7.99
Rating: Highly Recommended
Spellbindingly Creative!
June 26, 2005
Ever wonder how seahorses came to be?
In contemporary lyrics, children's imaginations will
soar as Pegasus plunges into the ocean in search of
a new home!
I Sea Horses is a sea-faring adventure sure to
bewitch young and old minds alike.
The book also includes descriptions of 6 collectible
plush seahorse characters with nametag & poem
based on the storybook, available through the
publisher's website. Other information included on
Project Seahorse.
Reviewed by Betsie
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The No More
Nightmares by Dawn Van Zant
Illustrated by Kim McCoy
Publisher: Wild Heart Ranch Books (2004)
ISBN: 0976176815
Paperback: 32pp
$9.99
Rating: Highly Recommended
From Ancient Times They Come!
June 26, 2005
"On a night when the moon passed through the
Earth's shadow: At that very moment fate sealed his
name: Eclipse."
Equine enthusiasts, as well as children of all ages will
enjoy reading the history of horses, as told by author
Dawn Van Zant and of the great stallion known as
Eclipse.
Zant vividly reveals their legend and courage to
survive amidst humans who seek to capture and
tame their wild spirits.
This enigmatic tale will leave readers searching for
stars! 14" plush collectible horses are also currently
available through publisher's website.
Reviewed by Betsie
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Tito, the
Firefighter/Tito, el bombero (Bilingual) by
Tim Hoppey
Illustrated by Kimberly Hoffman
Translated by Eida De LA Vega
Publisher: Raven Tree Press; Bilingual edition
(August, 2004)
ISBN: 0972497331
Reading level: Ages 4-8
Hardcover: 32 pages
$16.95
Rating: Consider
Entertaining!
June 26, 2005
This is the story of 8 year old Tito, a boy who gets
the chance to make his dream come true after he
translates for a Spanish speaking elderly gentlemen.
The older man arrives at the fire station to report a
fire, opening the doors for Tito to ride the fire truck.
Written mainly in English with key words in
Spanish, "Tito the Firefighter" reads more or less in
the stereotype "barrio" way of speaking.
Unfortunately this cute tale is not such a good tool
for teaching.
However, the book does contain a vocabulary and
great illustrations that will capture young readers.
Reviewed by Betsie
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Alien
Invaders/Invasores Extraterrestres (Bilingual) by
Lynn Huggins-Cooper
Illustrated by Bonnie Leick
Translated by Eida De LA Vega
Publisher: Raven Tree Press; Bilingual edition (August
2004)
ISBN: 0972497390
Reading level: All Ages
Hardcover: 32 pages
$16.95
Rating: Highly Recommended
Engaging and Irresistible!
June 26, 2005
Invaders have landed, although not where you may
think! These little creatures camouflaged by shiny
suits and robot like legs has setup camp in your
backyard!
Alien Invaders/Invasores Extraterrestres is a
wonderful teaching tool for children that parents, as
well as teachers will enjoy using- not just because it
is written in both English and Spanish, but also
because it reveals the world of insects in their
natural habitats.
Graphics are superb and sure to entertain kids of all
ages!
Reviewed by Betsie
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Ocean Whisper /
Susurro del oceano by Dennis Rockhill
Translated by Eida De LA Vega
Publisher: Raven Tree Press; Bilingual edition
(February 2005)
ISBN: 0974199249
Reading level: Ages 9-12
Hardcover: 32 pages
$16.95
Rating: Highly Recommended
Delightfully Entrancing!
June 26, 2005
This wonderfully illustrated picture book begins with a
mesmerizing poem that will lead children to a boy's
bedroom.
During the dark hours of the night - the boy and his
room are transformed. Dreams give way for the
aquatic world in which to come to life!
Illustrations are exquisite and as I soon found out -
children will use them to conjure up their own unique
tales of adventure! This little masterpiece is great for
young and old alike.
Reviewed by Betsie
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Murder Is My
Racquet by Otto Penzler
Publisher: Mysterious Press (June 2005)
Genre: Fiction/Mystery
ISBN: 0892960159
Hardcover: 336 pages
$24.95
Also available in Paperback and Audio cassette
Rating: Highly Recommended
Sports mystery at its best!
June 27,2005
There's something for everyone in Penzler's
anthology. From a tennis player with anger-
management issues to Lisa Scottoline's "Love Match,"
to a baffling murder of a Sante Fe, New Mex., tennis
pro.
Murder is My Racquet is a dark-suspense novel and
an excitingly new way to read about the elite game
of tennis. Murder and mayhem seeded deep within
the world of aristocratic tennis. From eye-popping
vile drop shots, to overhanging smashes, and
butchering serves, this is certainly a side of tennis
you've never encountered before.
Readers will get a first-hand glimpse and salty taste
of ordinary human beings trampling over one another
as they deal with the eminence of a high-strung race
in becoming an international tennis star. No matter
what your level of understanding is of the game,
readers will learn of the many promotional
opportunities these misfits may garner upon winning,
the elimination of tournament competition, and the
strategy of tennis in general.
Some of the genre's best are on display within the
pages of Murder is my Racquet and just to name a
few: Lawrence Block, James W. Hall, Stephen Hunter,
Peter Lovesey and Judith Kelman. Tennis enthusiasts
and mystery fans are sure to sink their teeth into
this thematic compilation!
Reviewed by Betsie
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Maranther's
Deception by Nik C. Colyer
Publisher: Singing Reed Press (April 2005)
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0970816340
Paperback; 302pp
$15.00
Rating: Recommended
Phantasm or Reality?
June 27, 2005
Martin and Leigha Vandorfor have made an unusual
pact: Leigha would spend 2 weeks in the scorching
desert and in exchange Martin would accompany her
for an entire thespian season.
Their great outdoor adventure immediately takes a
turn when they drive off the road and by morning
find a sandstorm has buried them!
At the deserts mercy, a tedious trek through
parching sands leads them to a small cluster of
decaying adobe structures that are tucked under a
rock ledge. Hesitant the couple takes shelter within
the first decomposing dwelling. A day later, inside the
murky habitat, Martin is left bewildered by Leigha's
pivotal claim to a talisman that mystically appears
next to a stack of wood.
What happens next: no one expects.
An ancient sorcerer named Maranther exposes herself
to Martin disguised as the apparition of an elderly
woman. Maranther declares he has hidden Leigha
from Martin and only the challenge and willingness to
explore their past will reunite them. Can Martin and
Leigha mend the affliction that keeps them in
Maranther's game? For this, readers will have to dive
into the pages of Nik C. Colyer's world.
Colyer's writing style is unique and dynamic.
Maranther's Deception is well paced and action filled,
and certain to seize readers, denying reprieve until
the last page is turned.
Reviewed by Betsie
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MARKETING
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10 Benefits Of Submitting Articles To E-zines
by Keith Gloster
Submitting articles to ezines and newsletters is a
great way to generate a steady and continuous flow
of free targeted traffic for your website. However,
most inexperienced marketers who use this method
inconsistently, overlook the other valuable benefits
of article submission which are as follows:
Relationship building - Periodically submitting
articles to ezines and newsletters allows you to build
relationships with ezine/newsletter owners and their
subscribers.
Credibility - If you can write articles that
provide value and benefit for the ezine/newsletter
owner's subscribers, you can begin to establish trust
with the list owner and her subscribers.
Long-term exposure - Most reputable ezine
owners archive back issues of their ezines. And if you
write good well- targeted keyword-rich articles, your
content may be archived in the list owners back
issues for continuous exposure.
Pre-selling - If you can write articles based
on the criteria above, you'll be able to successfully
use articles to educate or pre-sell your target
audience on the benefits of your offer prior to their
arrival on your website.
If I haven't pre-sold you on the value of writing and
submitting articles to ezines yet, here are 10
additional benefits for you to consider:
1. You'll brand your web site, business and yourself
by submitting articles to e-zines. You could include
your name, business name, your credentials, web site
address and e-mail address in your resource box.
2. You will become known as an expert on the topics
you write about. This will give you and your business
extra credibility, which will help you compete against
your competition.
3. Your article might also be placed on the publisher's
home page. If they publish each issue on their home
page this will give you some extra exposure.
4. You might get extra exposure if the e-zine
publisher archives their e-zine on their site. People
might want to read the back issues before they make
the decision to subscribe.
5. You will get free advertising. This will allow you to
spend your profits on other forms of advertising. You
could buy advertisements in other e-zines that don't
publish your articles.
6. You might get extra income from people wanting
to hire you to write other articles, books, or even ask
to speak at seminars. This is a great way to multiply
your income.
7. You could allow e-zine publishers to publish your
articles in their free e-books. Since people give them
away, your advertising could multiply all over the
internet.
8. You will get your article published all over the web
when you submit it to an e-zine publisher that has a
free content directory on their web site. They'll allow
their visitors to republish your article.
9. You'll gain people's trust. If they read your article
and like it, they won't be as hesitant to buy your
product or service. You will then be able to increase
your profits.
10. You could get your article guaranteed to run in
an e- zine. You could agree to run one of their
articles in your e-zine if, in exchange; they run yours
in their e-zine. It's a win/win situation.
Keith Gloster provides advice on effective traffic
and lead generation tools and techniques.
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Get Googled and Get Publicity
Google News (http://news.google.com) and Yahoo
News (http://news.yahoo.com/) are a publicist's
godsend. Both services work just like a search
engine -- you type in a phrase and it does the rest.
But, rather than searching the web, they get
their results from thousands of newspapers,
magazines, wire services and news web site. Results
are amazingly current -- something that ran over the
wire a minute ago will appear!
Here's how to use Google & Yahoo News to get
publicity:
=> Develop a set of keyword phrases that match
your area of interest. Be sure to include your
competitor's names in the list! Run the list through
Google & Yahoo News once a day.
=> Read through the articles that show up. Make
note of the reporter's name and e-mail address.
=> Do a regular web Google search using the
reporter's name to find out about other things he's
written. Try to determine his likes, dislikes and
tendencies.
=> E-mail the reporter. Your message might say
something like: "I enjoyed your piece today about
the growing distaste for huge SUV's. I also noted
that, in a December 7th piece, you talked about the
trend toward more whimsical automotive designs. I'm
writing to tell you about a vehicle that combines
both trends in one remarkable package -- the Mini
Cooper."
Pretty powerful, huh? In a few moments time, you
can craft a personalized, finely tailored pitch that is
certain to grab a journalist's attention.
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CONTESTS
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Find the Funny is proud to announce the
start of its Second Annual Comedy Screenplay
Contest -- the only contest that seeks out fresh
new comedy screenwriting talent, then honors and
promotes the winners.
Do you write Comic Horror? Family Comedy? Rom
Com? All sub-genres of comedy are eligible. If you
are one of the top three winners, you will receive
cash ($2,000, $1,000 and $500 respectively) and
other great prizes; the Osgood, Find the Funny's
custom-designed bobblehead award; a VIP invitation
to attend the Find the Funny Awards on April Fool's
Day 2006; and of course, a chance to take that next
step in your writing career.
Winning scripts and loglines for the winners, finalists
and runners-up will be sent to our exceptional list of
production companies, agents and managers.
In addition, the top three winners will be profiled on
the Find the Funny website and a list of all winners,
finalists, and runners-up will also be posted. Winners
will also be publicized in press releases sent to
hundreds of media outlets.
Submit now!
Th
e Brass Brad Screenwriting Mentorship
Award - A mentoree will be selected for one
year of mentoring by produced writer and script
consultant, Kimberly Seilhamer, webauthor of the
popular website THE BRASS BRAD. Two runner-ups
will be selected as well. Mentoring includes script
consultation(s) and bi-weekly phone conferences.
This award also includes prizes such as software and
trade subscriptions... basically everything you need
to be a professional writer (except for the drive --
that writers must provide themselves).
Entry Fee: $40 / $50
Type: Screenplay
Submission Deadlines: 8/31/2005
Send to:
The Brass Brad Screenwriting Mentorship Award
PO Box 892410
Temecula, CA 92589-2410
United States
951-587-3890
951-587-6350 fax
brassbradmentor@brassbrad.com
Hollywood
is Burning Screenplay Competition - The
first annual Hollywood is
Burning Screenplay Competition is sponsored by the
independent film company Happy Cloud Pictures. Get
your script seen by actual producers! Cash prize,
personalized critique offered.
Eligibility: Full-length feature-film scripts of any
genre. No TV or short-film scripts please.
Entry Fee: $25 until June 30; $35 until August 30
Submission Deadlines: 9/30/2005
Send to:
Hollywood is Burning Screenplay Competition
PO Box 502
Waynesburg, PA 15370
United States
info@hollywoodisburning.com
The Screenwriter Dig - The Screenwriter Dig is a
pitch and script contest hosted by famous Producer,
Mark Canton (As Good As It Gets, Jerry Maguire, Men
in Black, My Best Friend's Wedding, etc.).
Entry Fee: $10 USD - $29 USD
Type: Screenplay, TV Scripts
Submission Deadlines: 10/17/2005
Send to:
The Screenwriter Dig
United States
info@thescreenwriterdig.com
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SCREENWRITING
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Rewrite Well or Go to Development Hell
What do you do when you finish a first draft?
Rewrite it. What do you do when your script doesn't
place in a contest? Rewrite it. What is the most
important thing you can do before your sent your
script to a producer? Rewrite it.
But not just any rewrite.
You need to take the exact step that will double or
triple the quality of your screenplay. What step is
that? Depends on where you are in the process.
Development Hell occurs when writers and producers
can't seem to truly improve a script to the level that
is necessary. Sometimes, that is because of a
relationship problem, but often, it is because no one
is coming up with solutions that fulfill the needs of all
the parties in the process.
Mastering the rewrite process gives you many
benefits:
- You have a better chance to win contests.
- You'll have more confidence as a writer.
- You can be more effective working with
producers.
- You will build a reputation as a great problem
solver.
- You'll also be protecting your work by making it
so good that they won't want to rewrite it.
- You'll be able to avoid or escape from
Development Hell.
REWRITE PROCESSES
You've completed your first draft and you love this
story. But is the story that is on the page the same
one that is in your mind? The number one problem
screenwriters have is translating the amazing story
they are imagining into a very finite amount of words
that comprise a screenplay. Each of these processes
will assist you to make that translation.
1. BASIC STORY EDITING
Now that you're done with the first draft, or the
tenth, you can look at your story as a whole. As
you watch the story you've written, notice what
works and what doesn't. Does it flow well?
Before you make the minor changes, you want to
make sure you've got the larger parts of the story
working. It's been known that many times when
writers have obsessed over every word of dialogue
in a scene, only to cut the entire scene later
on.
Your first rewrite may change entire scenes,
characters, or even entire acts. Until the basic story
and the larger components works, there's little
reason to move on to the smaller parts.
Often, you can solve major problems just by
identifying them. But if the problems are more
complicated, you may need to outline the
story. That way, you are working with five to ten
pages instead of 120 pages. Also, outlining will give
you a chance to look directly at the structure
without all the character and dialogue details.
What you are looking for is a clear picture of your
story.
Another way to make sure your story works is to
write it out as a short story. Give yourself one to
three pages to tell the story. Stay away from minor
details. Just write the structure of the story. Get
the plot down.
Writing a short story of your script will show you
where it is strong and where it is weak. If the entire
three pages is "setup," that means your story is
weak in the 2nd and 3rd acts. If most of the
three pages is character descriptions, then your
story is missing a strong plot. Keep writing and
rewriting that short story until you have an amazing
story. Then return to your script and rewrite it to
fit that short story.
2. QUESTIONING
Once your basic story works, the objective is to find
places where you can improve the script. In any
creative process, you want to keep improving until
you have achieved your goal.
This doesn't mean there's something wrong with your
script. It means that you are truly giving your all to
your story. Rather than defending what you've
already written, you are searching for the hidden
treasure in your story.
Start with general questions like:
- Which scenes would you like to be stronger, more
unique, etc?
- Which characters need to be more interesting,
engaging, etc?
- How can the main conflict of this story be
expressed more powerfully?
Then go to more specific questions like:
- What is this character trying to accomplish here
and how can they do it more dramatically?
- How can this scene be concluded more
powerfully?
- How can the first three pages be made more
compelling?
Focus your questions toward improvement and you'll
find it a lot
easier to stimulate your creativity.
3. SEPARATING
This is a process that few people use, but it can add
layers to your script and fill in minor holes you may
never have spotted.
Simply separate out one part of the script and work
with it by itself.
Separate out one character's story. Look at it
without any of the other characters around it. Does
it have a beginning, middle and end? Is it a satisfying
story by itself or is it just there to support another
character's story?
Of course, the main character's story is most
important, but often by looking at the supporting
characters by themselves, you will discover ways to
bring their story to life and add to the emotional
moments of your entire story.
Let's say your main character, Nancy, is running for
office and her campaign manager simply supports
her. Whatever she needs, he gets it. As Nancy gets
closer to winning the race, she becomes very single
minded. All she cares about is winning. She begins
hurting people around her without even noticing.
The manager sticks by her side and she wins. Finally,
in her acceptance speech, she looks out and realizes
she's hurt all these people and breaks down crying
and apologizing.
Simple story, right? Don't worry about how good it is.
Just notice what the supporting character really has
no story at all. He starts as the manager, stays the
manager, and ends as the manager. There's no
change in his story. In fact, the script could leave out
90% of his story and we'd never even notice it.
But what if we made him a real person. He starts out
as the most supportive person in her campaign.
Totally devoted. But as he sees her start hurting
people, he pulls away emotionally. He asks for a
weekend off. He meets a woman and they fall in
love. He returns to the campaign, but he is a
different man. Now, he is opposing the way Nancy
treats others. When she wins, she shows up at the
celebration and sees this woman on the manager's
arm. She asks to speak to him alone and tries to
manipulate him into a relationship with her. He
pushes her away and resigns his position. On stage,
she has the same emotional breakdown and gives the
same apology, but this time, we experience the
subtext. She's not apologizing to the voters and
staff, she is apologizing to the manager.
Notice how the story is very different... just because
we noticed that the supporting character didn't have
a life in this story. Of course, you have to be careful
not to turn every character into a lead, but this
same technique can be used to add very small details
that have a big emotional impact... without taking
away from the lead roles.
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SCRIPTS WANTED
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**** Remember - DO NOT SEND MATERIAL
TO ANYONE LISTED UNLESS YOU ARE CERTAIN THE
COMPANY AND/OR PRODUCER IS LEGIT AND YOUR
WORK HAS BEEN COPYRIGHTED.
Seeking Low Budget Thriller, Horror, Political
Satire - Seeking tight thriller, horror (no slasher
scripts) and political satire scripts written with few
locations for low budget productions. Be original and
have excellent grip of dialogue and characterization.
Payment involved?: Yes. Negotiable.
Include with submission: Send one page summary
and complete contact information.
Response time: One week
Contact: DG, Producer MSE/Seventh Shadow
Productions (Production Company)
Company started in: 2002
Credits: A Passage to Hell
EMAIL: movieseventh@yahoo.com
Crime/Espionage Scripts Wanted! - We are
looking for a completed crime/espionage feature
script. We are NOT interested in animation, sci-fi,
fantasy, or period pieces.
Budget will not exceed $25 million. WGA and Non-
WGA writers welcomed.
Centurion Cinema is a division of Axium and is a new
production company with financial backing looking for
features and TV scripts.
Payment involved?: If we option the script - yes
there will be payment
Response time: 24 hours
Contact: Judi Hart, Director of Development
Centurion Cinema (Production Company)
725 South Curson Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-857-9832
323-857-9847 fax
Company started in: 2005
email: judih@centurioncinema.com
Fun, Family/Tween Oriented Feature Film
Scripts - We are currently looking for original,
fun, family/tween oriented feature film scripts in the
vein of "Mrs. Doubtfire", the "Air Bud" series, or a
modern day "Annie".
We will not open any attachments.
Please do not send the entire script and resumes are
not required at this stage. Please include contact
information and please note that we will only respond
to those submissions that we feel are right for us at
this time. We look forward to receiving your material.
Include with submission: one-page synopsis in body
of email and your contact information.
Additional info: Family oriented scripts only,
please.
Contact: Carrie
Rampage Entertainment (Production Company)
Vancouver, BC Canada
Company started in: 1995
e-mail: Carrie@Rampage-Entertainment.com
Marketable Screenplay Wanted - I am a
producer looking for feature length scripts. Any genre
is welcome. Writer must be creatively flexible and
screenplay must be at or beyond first draft stage.
Please send the first ten pages only in Word or PDF
format.
Payment involved?: Payment is contingent on
investor interest and agreement.
Include with submission:
Please send the first ten pages only in Word or PDF
format.
Contact: Jarod Pharis, Producer
Kansas City, MO
Submission e-mail: pharis15@hotmail.com
**** Once you are certain the listing is
legit, submit material through an attorney, manager
or agent. Never, never, never send your complete
script to anyone over the net. A half page synopsis
is all that should be expected via email, the
requestor should supply full postal details for
anything more. Unless you intend to make more
money from the potential lawsuit than selling your
script, make sure your script is registered with the
AWG/WGA-west or east. Best of luck!
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MEDIA CONTACTS
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The Wall Street Journal has named Tom
Weber, who is currently deputy editor of the
Weekend Journal, to edit the new "Pursuits"
section. The section began publishing in September
and covers such topics as entertainment, fashion,
food, restaurants, travel, fitness. Weber has been
the deputy editor since 2002, and reports to Joanne
Lipman, the editor-in-chief of the Weekend Journal.
He is reached at The Wall Street Journal, 200 Liberty
St., New York, NY 10281, (212) 416-2207.
CNBC, Gloria McDonough-Taub is their new
chief booker, working on business shows. She is at
CNBC, 900 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632,
(201) 735-2622.
Doug Stephan's "Good Day" Show is called
America's number one, syndicated morning radio
show. It is syndicated nationwide to over 450
markets over the Cable Radio Network and Sirius. The
show, which runs from 4 AM to 10 AM typically has
two guests,plus a group of regulars. The show is
essentially skewed toward woman, and is family-
friendly. They have authors, entertainment figures
from radio, TV, movies who have something to say.
They are also interested in politics, health,
technology, sports,money and investing, etc.
Suggestions for guests the show should go to the
producer, Beth Brelje by E-mail:
beth@dougstephan.com.
"The Ellen DeGeneres Show", features a mix
of celebrity interviews, musical performers, games,
real people with interesting and extraordinary stories
and talents. Originating from LA, the show airs in
syndication, and also has a cable window on the
Oxygen Network. Suggestions for the show can go to
the executive producer Mary Connelly, who heads a
staff of producers. Non-celebrity guests can
be suggested to Melissa Costello. They are at:
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
3000 W. Alameda Avenue
Ste. 2700, Burbank, CA 91523
(818) 260-5600
Red Herring which was published from 1993
to 2003, is now back in business on a bi-weekly
basis. They cover technology, innovation, financial
strategies, venture capital, important personalities,
and the trends that are transforming the world of
business. Joel Dreyfus is the editor-in-chief,
jdreyfuss@redherring,com, and he is reached at
Red Herring
1931 Old Middlefield Way
Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 428-2900
Fax: (650) 428-2901
"B Smith Style", the new one hour lifestyle
show on the Discovery Channel, appears five days a
week with shooting primarily in the tristate New York
area. Suggestions for the show should go to the
celebrity booker/segment producer, Paul Scott
Adamo, (914) 835-8728.
Entrepreneur Magazine's editorial aim is to
teach its readers, small entrepreneurs, how to make
more money, manage their businesses, market their
products and learn about the newest in technology.
The editorial director of the magazine is Rieva
Lesonsky.
Here is their story pitch editorial
breakdown:
Technology information should go to tech editor Mike
Hogan.
Information having to do with money, and money
management should go to executive editor Maria
Valdez.
Automobile info, book reviews, government,
entrepreneurial profiles, sales andmarketing, start-up
topics, travel, women and minority issues go to
executive editor Karen Axelton.
Franchising or business opportunities, annual rankings
of the fastest-growing new businesses, Best Cities,
Best Colleges, or other special research listings
should go to Maria Anton, executive editor.
Queries go to editor Peggy Bennett.
Entrepreneur Media
2445 McCabe Way
Irvine, CA 92614
(949) 261-2325
E-mail: firstinitiallastname@entrepreneur.com.
Sean Hannity, the conservative radio show
host, is carried on nearly 400 ABC Radio Network
stations reaching almost 12 million people. His show,
which is openly political, and on top of the news, is
heard daily for one hour. Suggestions for guests and
subjects for the radio show can go to the producer,
James Grisham, james.grisham@abc.com, (212) 613-
3807.
ABC News Radio
125 West End Avenue
New York, NY 10023
(212) 613-3800.
Her Sports, the national magazine aimed at
women who lead active sports lifestyles, covers
active and adventure travel, the latest trends in
active sports, the newest gear, active vacations, and
they uncover the latest research in sports and
nutrition. While corporate headquarters are at
245 Central Avenue, Ste. C., St. Petersburg, FL
33701, (727) 825-0491, the editor-in-chief Christina
Gandolfo is reached at their editorial department at
4480 33 St., San Diego, CA 92116, (619) 280-1845,
which is their phone and Fax;
editorial@hersports.com.
**** Look magazine is out of business. So
too are about half of the new magazines launched in
the past decade, for that matter. Your media list is
the lifeblood of your publicity seeking efforts. Take
the time to keep it fresh and up to date, or you'll be
wasting your time.
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AGENTS & MANAGERS
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Before sending any material to them, it is highly
recommended that you contact each firm regarding
their submission policy. In addition, it is always wise
to meet with as many different agents and or
managers as possible, and make sure that they are
the best for your needs.
Hollywood View
5255 Veronica St.
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(310) 480-5118
Email: dj@hollywood-view.com
*Inquiry Letters/Emails Only. NO PHONE CALLS.
Artist International Management
Attn: Joel Newton
8730 Sunset Blvd., 6th Floor
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(310) 358-9007
Note: Primarily represent TV and Feature writers.
Some Directors. Submissions by mail accepted. (One
per year per artist)
9 Mile Management
11271 Ventura Blvd. #329
Studio City, CA 91604
chris@9milemanagement.com
Notes: Los Angeles based writers only. E-mail
logline, brief bio and synopsis. Will reply if there is
interest. No phone calls or unsolicited scripts, please.
Blue Train Entertainment
9100 Wilshire Boulevard
Suite 340 West
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
310-285-7300
310-285-7311 (fax)
Careyes Entertainment
9000 Sunset Blvd., Suite 800
Los Angeles, CA 90069
310-888-1240
310-888-1243 (Fax)
CareyesEnt@aol.com
Epstein-Wyckoff-Corsa-Ross & Assoc.
280 S. Beverly Dr.
Ste. 400
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 278-7222
fAX: 212-586-9110
Exile Entertainment
732 El Medio Avenue
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
(310) 573-1523
Submit queries to: exilesubs@yahoo.com
The Laya Gelff Agency
16133 Ventura Blvd, Suite 700
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 996-3100
Note: They accept QUERY LETTERS from writers but
they must include a SASE for reply.
**** E-mail addresses are listed only as an
alternative way to contacting an agency or
management company to see if there would be any
interest on their part in accepting a submission or to
see if they will consider you for representation. For
your sake and theirs, DON'T just inundate them with
pitches and story ideas. That's a big turn off for
them and they probably won't contact you back!
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CELEBRITY ADDRESSES
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Whether your looking for an autograph, celebrity
endorsement or just interested in communicating with
a star... here's the latest addresses.
Remember: Celebrity endorsements are a good way
to boost book sales or any product for that matter,
so don't be shy about sending out those requests!
Talisa Soto
c/o Staff Member
Agency for the Performing Arts (APA-LA)
9200 Sunset Blvd #900
Los Angeles, CA 90069
Dixie Chick Emily Robinson
c/o Staff Member
Creative Artists Agency LCC (CAA-LA)
9830 Wilshire Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Benjamin Bratt
c/o Staff Member
William Morris Agency (WMA-LA)
151 El Camino Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Whitney Houston
c/o Staff Member
Nippy Inc
60 Park Pl Fl 18
Newark, NJ 07102
Eric Clapton
46 Kensington Court
London, WE8 5DT
UNITED KINGDOM (UK)
Elton John
c/o Howard Rose
The Howard Rose Agency Ltd
9460 Wilshire Blvd #310
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Scarlett Johansson
Melanie Johansson
7135 Hollywood Blvd #804
#804
Los Angeles, CA 90046
George Lopez
c/o Staff Member
The George Lopez Show
4000 Warner Blvd
Bldg 19 Rm 229
Burbank, CA 91522
Kobe Bryant
c/o Team Member
Los Angeles Lakers (LA Lakers)
Staples Center
1111 South Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, CA 90015
Here's some popular requests:
Hugh Dancy
c/o Parseghian Planco
23 East 22nd Street 3rd Floor
New York, NY 10010
Anne Hathaway
c/o Leslie Sloane
BWR
9100 Wilshire Blvd 6th Floor
West Tower
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Jamie Lynn Spears
c/o Zoey 101
Nickelodeon
2600 Colorado Ave
2nd Floor
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Marc Singer
15821 Ventura Blvd. #235
Encino, CA 91436-2924
Patty Jenkins
c/o Creative Artists Agency
9830 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90212-1825
USA
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JOB LISTINGS
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Writer needed for short film - Screenplay for
20 minute film needed. Romantic/dark comedy style.
The basic plot is mostly done, some jokes we already
have and just need them incorporated into a
screenplay.
Lead Actress is already hired. Actress's resume
includes "Predator 2," "Married with
Children," "Scarface" and more!
Payment involved?: We will discuss payment.
Include with submission: Years of experience,
completed features, sence of humor, comedy
screenplays written.
Response time: 3 hours
Contact: David K., Director of Operations Deak, LLC
(Producer)
Bellport NY
631-286-7001
Lead Artist
Location of work: Surrey, UK
Job starting date: ASAP
Type of contract: Full time
Contact: Tom Champion
phone: 0207 745 7211
email: tom@probegames.com
Job description: This studio has one of the best
reputations in the industry today. They have a long
history of producing quality games across all genres.
They are now looking to hire a Lead Artist to head up
the art team on an eagerly anticipated title currently
in development.
# Core skills for this role include: Prior experience as
an artist in the games industry.
# At least 3 years experience leading a team.
# Good project management skills including
scheduling, milestones etc.
# First class art skills using packages such as 3D
Studio Max, Photoshop, Maya etc.
If you think you fit the bill please contact Tom
Champion at Probe Games for full details.
3D Background Artist
Location of work: San Diego, CA USA
Company name: Eye of the Bennu
Contact: Paul Madariaga or Tyler Styer
Address: 835 Maria Ave.
Spring Valley, CA 91977
email: JaqlBoi14m@hotmail.com
Job description: Background modelers needed for
upcoming independent feature animation film. Will
create all the scenery and objects.
Requirements/skills: Proficiency with Maya; submit
stills or demo reel to Email or physical address.
Sketch Artist
Start date: Immediate
Salary: $75 to $100
Address: 2186 Union St San Francisco
Co. email: mactavco@msn.com
Co. phone: 415-921-7740
contact: Larry Caruso
Job Description: four 3X5 same face sketchs,wearing
a hairfrosting cap, showing the different process
steps.
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Todd: mufflerman25@hotmail.com Indie-label and
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Internet radio station programmer Janet Wilson at
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gap between creators and consumers of soul music."
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