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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · 13d

Big Writing week ahead! Mondays our last in-person Writers Room sesh on our Webseries. Fixing all eps before we go to directors. Gotta finish & submit 1st Act of my feature assignment by EOD Thurs. Then a redeye to NYC for Storytelling360 next wknd. Plus 2 notes calls this wk for clients! #scriptsky

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · 15d

If you'd like some guidance in the early stages, my Brainstorm/Outline Consult is very popular and one of my fave things to do with writers! And it's only $100. DM me! #scriptsky

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · 15d

WHO WILL I SEE IN NYC NEXT WEEKEND???
If you havent got a ticket to Storytelling360 yet, use my Promo Code NOBULL & Save 20%! This will be the best screenwriting event NYC has had in a decade.

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · 18d

Not sure if u knew this, but No BullScript Consulting is the only major solo consultancy run by a member of the LGBTQ Community! And we've been helping writers for 16+yrs! So if you're a Queer writer & want in-depth pro notes from someone who gets it, DM me! #scriptsky (If str8 & cis - DM me too!)

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · 18d

THANK you @stevienelson.bsky.social!! Much appreciated!

Stevie Nelson @stevienelson.bsky.social · 19d

If you're part of #scriptsky and gearing up for contests, I HIGHLY recommend working with Danny. I worked with him on my latest script. He has over 18 years of experience and he gives really helpful notes.

DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · 19d

2025 No BullScript Clients -
WON Fade In
WON Roadmap Jumpstart
WON CWA
WON Shore Scripts
2 PAGE Award Finalists
1 AFF Semifinalist
Contests are not the be all or end all... but I'm pretty damn proud of my writers.
Book your notes call for October now! DM me!

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · 19d

2025 No BullScript Clients -
WON Fade In
WON Roadmap Jumpstart
WON CWA
WON Shore Scripts
2 PAGE Award Finalists
1 AFF Semifinalist
Contests are not the be all or end all... but I'm pretty damn proud of my writers.
Book your notes call for October now! DM me!

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · 23d

Was fantastic getting to speak to Lee Jessup's Screenwriting Support Group last night. We covered a ton! Appreciate the great questions. And im booking now for October notes calls, so DM me to save your spot!! Would love to work with you! #Scriptsky

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · 23d

Aww thank you!! Much gratitude & appreciation!! Was great to see you!!

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Stephanie Bourbon @stephobourbon.bsky.social · 23d

I'm in a screenwriting talk and @dannymanus.bsky.social is speaking tonight, and I have worked with him on a holiday romance, and he is a SCREENWRITING GENIUS! Seriously, he is so amazing. One of my favorite mentors ever!! #scriptsky
I've also been a story coach for the last 18 yrs & I'm picky!

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Sep 9

Hey #Scriptsky - this Fall is No BullScript's last official Mentorship Program session. There will be no specific Spring session. However, I will be continuing to do long-term 1-on-1 Script & Career Development Packages year round on an as-come basis. And of course, regular notes & consults. DM me!

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Sep 4

My 4-Month Fall Mentorship registration ends Friday BUT I am still offering a shorter, cheaper 3-Month, 6-Call Option (vs. The regular 8 calls) and you can start anytime before the 18th! All the perks and in-depth notes, but less time & cost. DM if you'd like more info. #Scriptsky

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Sep 2

My 4-Month Fall Mentorship still has 1 spot available if you can start in the next week. But I'm also offering a 3-Month/6-Call Option (vs. the normal 8 calls) for a lesser cost & you can start before 9/18. Everyone's done by Thanksgiving. DM me for info or a free Intro call! #Scriptsky #Filmsky

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Aug 28

LAST CALL to Register for my 4-Month Fall Mentorship Session! ONE spot still avail. It's a rough time in this biz but Specs are selling! Are yours truly ready? Do u have a strategy? Are u pushing the right projects in the right ways? Do u need deadlines, pro notes & guidance? DM ME now! #Scriptsky

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Aug 27

Hey All - dont miss this incredible event in NYC! Use my Promo Code NOBULL to Save 20% now!

Storytelling360 @storytelling360.bsky.social · Aug 27

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Directors Guild Theater #NYC

✅ LEARN: full day of panels w/top storytellers
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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Aug 22

ONLY 8 MORE DAYS to Register for my Fall Mentorship Program & only 2 spots available! Y'all better get on that. Find out why my Mentees have been Produced, Sold, Signed, Staffed, Optioned & won contests & Fellowships incl. 3 Grand Prize Winners in 2025 so far! DM me 4 more info! #Scriptsky #Filmsky

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Aug 20

THREE of my 2024 Mentees have won the Grand Prize of major contests this year so far! All on scripts they worked on in the program. And 3 were just named PAGE Semis. I'm SO proud! I've still got 1-2 spots open for my Fall Mentorship, but only 10 Days Left to Register! DM me for more info! #Scriptsky

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Aug 14

Best way to save yourself extra rewrite drafts: Outline extensively.
2nd Best way to save yourself extra rewrite drafts: Book a Brainstorm/Outline Consult with me before you start your 1st draft! I guarantee it helps you figure out your story, structure, characters, etc. And it's only $100! DM me!

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Aug 14

I dont think u have to LOVE to write to be a great or successful writer. Sorkin famously said he hates writing! Bc he's not writing for passion, but for a purpose. I think ya have to love SOME part of it; Outlining, rewriting, world build, character, dialogue etc. But dont have to LOVE to write!

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Aug 14

Honestly, you got more than 5 people who said no, so whether or not more people understood it or not, you need to change it. If 5 people say the same thing -- listen.

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Aug 14

No, early 80s.

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Aug 12

Booking Notes Calls for next week. DM with any questions. Come discover the No Bull difference! No BullScript is one of the longest running solo consultancies around and the only LGBTQ-run solo consultancy. I can craft a notes package that works for you and what you need.

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Aug 10

My 4-Month Fall Mentorship starts End of Aug! There are only 3-4 spots available. If u want 1-on-1 guidance to write, rewrite or polish ur scripts plus marketing & career strategizing - I've got 22yrs experience & proven success stories - DM for free Intro Call or more info!
#scriptsky #filmsky

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Aug 8

HUGE HUGE Congrats to No BullScript client David Zeltser for WINNING the @roadmapwriters.com JumpStart Competition! David is a multi-published author, sold screenwriter, Coverfly Top 1% (& currently unrepped). Hugely proud!
You could be next, 3 spots left in my Fall Mentorship! DM me!
#scriptsky

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Aug 6

Well, lost out on a possible client yesterday because I told him that using AI to write his scripts in 4 hours, and then using AI to give him notes on the script it wrote, isn't writing or getting real notes, and he's not a writer.
I dont regret it.

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DannyManus @dannymanus.bsky.social · Aug 4

I agree with Brad, the only thing missing is the stakes - why do they take the job or can you define "in over their heads" a bit more clearly. But cool idea!

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