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Shore Scripts was set up to help emerging screenwriters break into the film and TV industry.
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Thank you to all the writers and filmmakers who submitted and for your patience as we took extra time to give every project the thorough consideration it deserved. We received an outstanding selection of scripts and films! #scriptsky
https://www.shorescripts.com/2025_shortfilmfund2_winners/
https://www.shorescripts.com/2025_shortfilmfund2_winners/
November 28, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Thank you to all the writers and filmmakers who submitted and for your patience as we took extra time to give every project the thorough consideration it deserved. We received an outstanding selection of scripts and films! #scriptsky
https://www.shorescripts.com/2025_shortfilmfund2_winners/
https://www.shorescripts.com/2025_shortfilmfund2_winners/
STRANGER THINGS S1 filmed before scripts were finished, forcing writers to trust instinct and move fast. With Part 1 of S5 out, now’s the moment to revisit its origin. #strangerthings #scriptsky #scriptsky+
This post is for education purposes only.
STRANGER THINGS S1 (2016) by the Duffer Brothers.
This post is for education purposes only.
STRANGER THINGS S1 (2016) by the Duffer Brothers.
November 28, 2025 at 7:02 AM
STRANGER THINGS S1 filmed before scripts were finished, forcing writers to trust instinct and move fast. With Part 1 of S5 out, now’s the moment to revisit its origin. #strangerthings #scriptsky #scriptsky+
This post is for education purposes only.
STRANGER THINGS S1 (2016) by the Duffer Brothers.
This post is for education purposes only.
STRANGER THINGS S1 (2016) by the Duffer Brothers.
Meet Jess Marie Timlin, a Dublin-based multidisciplinary writer and script reader with a Film & English Literature background from Trinity College Dublin. She has read for Samson Films and BAFTA Rocliffe and created an Irish Arts Council funded stage musical. #scriptcoverage #scriptsky #scriptsky+
November 28, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Meet Jess Marie Timlin, a Dublin-based multidisciplinary writer and script reader with a Film & English Literature background from Trinity College Dublin. She has read for Samson Films and BAFTA Rocliffe and created an Irish Arts Council funded stage musical. #scriptcoverage #scriptsky #scriptsky+
Our 2022 Horror Feature Winners Jake Lazarow and Greta Guthrie continue to shine with their new short HOUSEWIFE. When a woman cuts herself on her old dollhouse, she awakens Housewife, a primordial monster with unsettling ideas about motherhood. #scriptsky
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzhBbnOhTQM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzhBbnOhTQM
November 28, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Our 2022 Horror Feature Winners Jake Lazarow and Greta Guthrie continue to shine with their new short HOUSEWIFE. When a woman cuts herself on her old dollhouse, she awakens Housewife, a primordial monster with unsettling ideas about motherhood. #scriptsky
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzhBbnOhTQM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzhBbnOhTQM
Our 2025 Feature Screenplay Contest Quarter-Finalists are officially here! This year’s submissions were filled with originality and powerful storytelling, making the selection process both inspiring and challenging.
https://www.shorescripts.com/2025-feature-screenplay-contest-results/
https://www.shorescripts.com/2025-feature-screenplay-contest-results/
November 27, 2025 at 1:03 AM
Our 2025 Feature Screenplay Contest Quarter-Finalists are officially here! This year’s submissions were filled with originality and powerful storytelling, making the selection process both inspiring and challenging.
https://www.shorescripts.com/2025-feature-screenplay-contest-results/
https://www.shorescripts.com/2025-feature-screenplay-contest-results/
When you get your #scriptcoverage back and every note feels like the reader somehow downloaded your thoughts directly, that’s when you know the feedback is working exactly as it should. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
November 25, 2025 at 12:01 AM
When you get your #scriptcoverage back and every note feels like the reader somehow downloaded your thoughts directly, that’s when you know the feedback is working exactly as it should. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
We’re postponing our Short Film Fund Semi-Finalist announcement as we’re still carefully reviewing submissions and want to ensure every script receives the thoughtful consideration it deserves.
Thanks for bearing with us, the announcement will be coming in the next few days. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
Thanks for bearing with us, the announcement will be coming in the next few days. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
November 24, 2025 at 10:22 PM
We’re postponing our Short Film Fund Semi-Finalist announcement as we’re still carefully reviewing submissions and want to ensure every script receives the thoughtful consideration it deserves.
Thanks for bearing with us, the announcement will be coming in the next few days. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
Thanks for bearing with us, the announcement will be coming in the next few days. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
Our #TVWriter Mentorship Program has wrapped, and writers gained experience, direct guidance from industry pros, and practical tools to elevate their writing careers. This year’s participants walked away with clearer direction, deeper insight, and the kind of support that fuels real creative growth.
November 24, 2025 at 5:01 AM
Our #TVWriter Mentorship Program has wrapped, and writers gained experience, direct guidance from industry pros, and practical tools to elevate their writing careers. This year’s participants walked away with clearer direction, deeper insight, and the kind of support that fuels real creative growth.
Getting the right feedback can completely reshape your #screenplay, but knowing how to approach it is just as important as the notes themselves. Use these simple tips to navigate feedback with clarity, confidence, and a mindset that strengthens every draft you write. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
November 24, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Getting the right feedback can completely reshape your #screenplay, but knowing how to approach it is just as important as the notes themselves. Use these simple tips to navigate feedback with clarity, confidence, and a mindset that strengthens every draft you write. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
Each month, with the writer’s permission, we select one #screenplay for Verve’s to review and provide industry-focused notes. It’s an opportunity to see how the industry evaluates your story, and a learning tool for any writer looking to grow.
https://www.shorescripts.com/screenplay-coverage/
https://www.shorescripts.com/screenplay-coverage/
November 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Each month, with the writer’s permission, we select one #screenplay for Verve’s to review and provide industry-focused notes. It’s an opportunity to see how the industry evaluates your story, and a learning tool for any writer looking to grow.
https://www.shorescripts.com/screenplay-coverage/
https://www.shorescripts.com/screenplay-coverage/
That’s a wrap on our TV Writer Mentorship Program! Writers met 1:1 with Program Director Sarah Eagen for personalised guidance and then reunited to celebrate each other’s work. We closed with our first Online TV Mixer, packed with insights, connections, and community. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
November 18, 2025 at 11:00 PM
That’s a wrap on our TV Writer Mentorship Program! Writers met 1:1 with Program Director Sarah Eagen for personalised guidance and then reunited to celebrate each other’s work. We closed with our first Online TV Mixer, packed with insights, connections, and community. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
Sean Oliver, one of our Script Readers, breaks down why an active protagonist is essential and it’s the kind of clarity our readers look for when reviewing scripts. Strong goals, clear plans, and characters who drive the story forward can make all the difference. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
November 14, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Sean Oliver, one of our Script Readers, breaks down why an active protagonist is essential and it’s the kind of clarity our readers look for when reviewing scripts. Strong goals, clear plans, and characters who drive the story forward can make all the difference. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
Our team of Script Readers have been reading and we have been carefully selecting the next wave of incredible stories from this year’s contests. We’ve been blown away by the talent in this year’s submissions. Exciting announcements are just around the corner! #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting
November 13, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Our team of Script Readers have been reading and we have been carefully selecting the next wave of incredible stories from this year’s contests. We’ve been blown away by the talent in this year’s submissions. Exciting announcements are just around the corner! #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting
Ever wondered what it looks like when words on a page turn into pure cinematic tension? Watch this powerful moment from GET OUT, where every line on the page pulls you deeper into Chris’s nightmare. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting
November 12, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Ever wondered what it looks like when words on a page turn into pure cinematic tension? Watch this powerful moment from GET OUT, where every line on the page pulls you deeper into Chris’s nightmare. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting
We’re celebrating the success of one of our incredible script readers, Sean Harris Oliver! Sean is the producer of HUNTING MATTHEW NICHOLS, which has secured a wide theatrical release. Check out the write-up in Deadline to find out more about the film. #scriptsky
https://ow.ly/F4jQ50XoNeE
https://ow.ly/F4jQ50XoNeE
November 8, 2025 at 4:00 AM
We’re celebrating the success of one of our incredible script readers, Sean Harris Oliver! Sean is the producer of HUNTING MATTHEW NICHOLS, which has secured a wide theatrical release. Check out the write-up in Deadline to find out more about the film. #scriptsky
https://ow.ly/F4jQ50XoNeE
https://ow.ly/F4jQ50XoNeE
What an amazing Week 7 for our 2025 TV Writer Mentorship Program! Showrunner Beth Schwartz (ARROW, SWEET TOOTH, DEAD BOY DETECTIVES) shared real world advice on breaking into TV, thriving in the writers’ room, and preparing for your first job. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting
November 6, 2025 at 1:00 AM
What an amazing Week 7 for our 2025 TV Writer Mentorship Program! Showrunner Beth Schwartz (ARROW, SWEET TOOTH, DEAD BOY DETECTIVES) shared real world advice on breaking into TV, thriving in the writers’ room, and preparing for your first job. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting
Sign up for our newsletter to get #screenwriting tips, articles, contest announcements, and more delivered straight to your inbox. Plus, you’ll receive our FREE 48-page Screenwriting First Aid Kit to kickstart your next great script. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
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November 5, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Sign up for our newsletter to get #screenwriting tips, articles, contest announcements, and more delivered straight to your inbox. Plus, you’ll receive our FREE 48-page Screenwriting First Aid Kit to kickstart your next great script. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
https://www.shorescripts.com/signup/
https://www.shorescripts.com/signup/
Our Definitive Guide to Agents and Managers workbook is packed with insider advice to help you understand representation and make smart moves toward getting repped.
Download the guide here: https://www.shorescripts.com/free-screenwriting-resources-to-learn-how-to-be-a-screenwriter/
Download the guide here: https://www.shorescripts.com/free-screenwriting-resources-to-learn-how-to-be-a-screenwriter/
November 4, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Our Definitive Guide to Agents and Managers workbook is packed with insider advice to help you understand representation and make smart moves toward getting repped.
Download the guide here: https://www.shorescripts.com/free-screenwriting-resources-to-learn-how-to-be-a-screenwriter/
Download the guide here: https://www.shorescripts.com/free-screenwriting-resources-to-learn-how-to-be-a-screenwriter/
Our reader team is busy reading through your scripts, and we’re already feeling inspired by the creativity and passion that has come through. Thank you to everyone who entered the #ShortFilm Fund, Semi-Finalists will be announced November 24th! #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting
November 4, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Our reader team is busy reading through your scripts, and we’re already feeling inspired by the creativity and passion that has come through. Thank you to everyone who entered the #ShortFilm Fund, Semi-Finalists will be announced November 24th! #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting
What makes our Short Film Fund stand out from the rest? From production grants to mentorship and festival strategy, we go beyond prizes, we help you make your film happen. Discover what makes our fund truly unique in our article. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
https://ow.ly/4xw350XkIgi
https://ow.ly/4xw350XkIgi
October 31, 2025 at 1:00 AM
What makes our Short Film Fund stand out from the rest? From production grants to mentorship and festival strategy, we go beyond prizes, we help you make your film happen. Discover what makes our fund truly unique in our article. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
https://ow.ly/4xw350XkIgi
https://ow.ly/4xw350XkIgi
Week 5 of our TV Writer Mentorship Program brought an incredible session with Peacock Drama Development Exec Duane Luu! He shared insights from his work at UCP and Peacock, offering our writers invaluable advice on the TV development process and structuring effective pitches. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
October 30, 2025 at 3:04 AM
Week 5 of our TV Writer Mentorship Program brought an incredible session with Peacock Drama Development Exec Duane Luu! He shared insights from his work at UCP and Peacock, offering our writers invaluable advice on the TV development process and structuring effective pitches. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
Our #ShortFilm Fund winners don’t just get funding, they gain access to expert mentorship, production support, and industry connections to help their scripts reach the screen.
Submit by October 31st for your chance! #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+
www.shorescripts.com/shortfilmfund/
Submit by October 31st for your chance! #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+
www.shorescripts.com/shortfilmfund/
October 30, 2025 at 3:02 AM
Our #ShortFilm Fund winners don’t just get funding, they gain access to expert mentorship, production support, and industry connections to help their scripts reach the screen.
Submit by October 31st for your chance! #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+
www.shorescripts.com/shortfilmfund/
Submit by October 31st for your chance! #screenwriting #scriptsky #scriptsky+
www.shorescripts.com/shortfilmfund/
Week 5 of our #TVWriter Mentorship Program featured an inspiring group call with Sugar23 Manager David Katsman. He shared valuable insights on connecting with reps, breaking out of boxes, and staying true to your voice. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting
October 30, 2025 at 2:48 AM
Week 5 of our #TVWriter Mentorship Program featured an inspiring group call with Sugar23 Manager David Katsman. He shared valuable insights on connecting with reps, breaking out of boxes, and staying true to your voice. #scriptsky #scriptsky+ #screenwriting
Shore Scripts is now accepting submissions through Scrybe, a new platform designed for, and with, the #screenwriting community.
Every competition on Scrybe is vetted and committed to supporting real writers and authentic creative journeys. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
www.scrybe.to
Every competition on Scrybe is vetted and committed to supporting real writers and authentic creative journeys. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
www.scrybe.to
October 22, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Shore Scripts is now accepting submissions through Scrybe, a new platform designed for, and with, the #screenwriting community.
Every competition on Scrybe is vetted and committed to supporting real writers and authentic creative journeys. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
www.scrybe.to
Every competition on Scrybe is vetted and committed to supporting real writers and authentic creative journeys. #scriptsky #scriptsky+
www.scrybe.to
Read the script, STUTTERER, written by our alumni winner Ben Cleary, a powerful short that went on to win the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short in 2016. A reminder that your next script could be the one that changes everything!
https://www.shorescripts.com/short-screenplay-collection/
https://www.shorescripts.com/short-screenplay-collection/
October 21, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Read the script, STUTTERER, written by our alumni winner Ben Cleary, a powerful short that went on to win the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short in 2016. A reminder that your next script could be the one that changes everything!
https://www.shorescripts.com/short-screenplay-collection/
https://www.shorescripts.com/short-screenplay-collection/