Hollywood is hungry to find books and short stories to adapt into films, television shows, and limited series – across genres and formats.
This comprehensive seminar series prize includes reading and mentorship to equip authors with the tools to attract Hollywood’s attention and acquire invaluable insights into positioning their work for screen adaptation. Participants gain an exceptional opportunity: a direct query submission to a top agent, manager, or publisher.
The seminar will be held in Fall 2025.
One-on-One Mentorship Prize
This prize includes the following:
- 90-minute Webinar: Discover what the film and television industry seeks, how to craft compelling loglines and targeted query letters, and how to boost the chances of success.
- Reading: Submit up to 3 chapters and 2 pages of synopsis
- 45-Minute Consultation: Following reading of material, an interactive session offering an honest assessment of the project’s screen potential, along with strategic guidance.
- 30-Minute Consultation: Focused support to create a strong, engaging logline.
- 15-Minute Consultation: A productive session to refine a logline and supporting paragraph.
- 30-Minute Consultation: Receive in-depth help to polish and hone a full query.
- Direct submission guarantees visibility and a response within one month.
- Industry Introductions: Writers with the most promising material will have their query letter submitted directly to a top-tier book agent, manager, or publisher, specifically matching their personal preferences.
Find out more about Big Big Ideas Books to Screen.
