Writers Group Therapy

Rachanee Lumayno and Tom Loveman
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Writers Group Therapy

Writers Group Therapy is a podcast by writers for writers. We cover timeless topics for writers on the craft, important issues related to the business of writing, and interviews with up-and-coming and established writers, agents, and other people who will appear in a writer's life at some point in their journey.

  1. Session #206 - Spotting red flags in writing gigs

    1D AGO

    Session #206 - Spotting red flags in writing gigs

    In this session, we talk about what we’re working on, and how we got those writing gigs, and what to look out for when looking for and taking gigs.  SHOW NOTES: Screen Writing Staffing: https://www.screenwritingstaffing.comInkTip: https://www.inktip.comISA – International Screenwriters AssociationGet It Made – download the app and use PROMO CODE: WGT50 for 50% off the 30-day Trial

    24 min
  2. Session #205 - Urban fantasy author and entertainment journalist Randee Dawn

    MAR 4

    Session #205 - Urban fantasy author and entertainment journalist Randee Dawn

    On this session, we have Randee Dawn, an author whose books and stories reflect her work as a journalist covering the music and entertainment industries. Her first novel was a pop-culture fantasy titled “Tune in Tomorrow” published in 2022 called a “wild ride” and “funny as hell” as it takes readers into a world of alternate reality TV. Her latest book “The Only Song Worth Singing” comes out in April and looks backstage at the music industry with a supernatural twist. SHOW NOTES: Preorder “The Only Song Worth Singing” Website: RandeeDawn.com  On X: @randeedawn On Bluesky: @randeedawn.com

    33 min
  3. Session #204 - Gatekeepers

    FEB 4

    Session #204 - Gatekeepers

    Hollywood has always had gatekeepers, the people who say what films and shows get made. They have traditionally been the agents, talent/lit agencies and managers.  Today, the go-it-alone filmmakers, streaming networks and social media content creator world have changed that dynamic. How do these changes manifested and what do they mean for writers? SHOW NOTES: None this episode

    29 min
  4. Session #203 - State of the Industry 2025

    JAN 21

    Session #203 - State of the Industry 2025

    We look at the latest trends in the industry and what we think 2025 holds for writers. SHOW NOTES This episode was recorded prior to the Los Angeles fires breaking out. We will address this disaster in a future episode when appropriate.

    32 min
  5. Session #202 - Writer, director, producer Summer Shelton talks her new romantic drama “You & I”

    JAN 7

    Session #202 - Writer, director, producer Summer Shelton talks her new romantic drama “You & I”

    On this session of writers group therapy, we have Summer Shelton, many multi-hyphenate of the new drama film “You & I,” that she wrote, produced, edited and starred in. It is also her directorial debut. Summer has won many awards for her films and shorts and is the recipient of five fellowships including the Cannes Producing Fellowship and the Sundance Institutes Bingham ray Creative Producing Fellowship. SHOW NOTES: Summer on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1475275/ You & I on IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15559310 You & I on IG: https://www.instagram.com/youandithemovie/ Summer on IG: https://www.instagram.com/s_d_s Website: summershelton.com

    35 min
  6. Session #201 - How writing styles have changed

    12/10/2024

    Session #201 - How writing styles have changed

    Ask a dozen writers how to write and you’ll get twelve different takes. Language and style are not set in stone. Words change meaning, conventions get overwritten by conventional wisdom. How do you stay current with proper style and formatting guidelines? We discuss! SHOW NOTES: Alex Temblador on “Writing An Identity Not Your Own” Is This the Weirdest Script I’ve Ever Read? A Quiet Place

    30 min
  7. Session #200 - Writing for yourself vs writing for others

    11/26/2024

    Session #200 - Writing for yourself vs writing for others

    Our 200th Episode! (And we totally forgot to say anything about it!?) Writing your spec script is usually a solitary task and the notes you get, you can take or leave, but what is it like to write for someone else, with their own vision, style and story requirements? We discuss the ins & outs, pros and cons, and what are some tips to help when writing for someone else. STORY NOTES: Session #69 – Notes Etiquette Get Z explains emoji to millennials

    25 min
  8. Session #199 - Interview with Cyndi Brec, YA Romance/Fantasy Author of “The Therans Series”

    11/12/2024

    Session #199 - Interview with Cyndi Brec, YA Romance/Fantasy Author of “The Therans Series”

    This session we talk with Cyndi Brec, author of the YA Fantasy/Romance series “The Therans” on the upcoming launch of her first book “Secrets Beneath Scars.” SHOW NOTES: Cyndi’s website Legends, Myths & Lies Newsletter On Facebook On X On Instagram

    29 min
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Writers Group Therapy is a podcast by writers for writers. We cover timeless topics for writers on the craft, important issues related to the business of writing, and interviews with up-and-coming and established writers, agents, and other people who will appear in a writer's life at some point in their journey.

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  • Creator
    Rachanee Lumayno and Tom Loveman
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    207
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Rachanee Lumayno and Tom Loveman
  • Show Website
    Writers Group Therapy

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