Category Archives: IN THE TRENCHES

[IN THE TRENCHES] Graphic Novel Adaptation

Posted on January 31, 2023 by [TEXTSMITH]

2022 wrapped up with the release of the final article in my series for Pipeline Artists, Adapting a Screenplay Into a Graphic Novel. As I mentioned when I first got the green light, I’d been looking forward to writing about … Continue reading →

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[IN THE TRENCHES] Pipeline Artists Part 3

Posted on October 31, 2022 by [TEXTSMITH]

My latest article for Pipeline Artists posted last week. Called Adapting a Screenplay Into a Graphic Novel: Directing on the Page, it covers the process of finding and working with artists, as well as the multiple stages of production, including … Continue reading →

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[IN THE TRENCHES] The Ringo Awards and Pipeline Artists

Posted on September 27, 2022 by [TEXTSMITH]

It was a big few weeks for Blowback. Our campaign to rally support for The 2022 Mike Wieringo Comic Book Industry Awards was a success, as we were nominated for Best Original Graphic Novel! To give that a little perspective, … Continue reading →

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[IN THE TRENCHES] Screenplay to Graphic Novel

Posted on August 21, 2022 by [TEXTSMITH]

I’ve written in the past about Rhonda Smiley and me adapting our screenplay, Blowback, into a graphic novel. I’ve yet to go into much detail, though, as there’s so much to cover. Now, thanks to the fine folks at Pipeline … Continue reading →

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[IN THE TRENCHES] Odd Jobs

Posted on June 30, 2022 by [TEXTSMITH]

When you’re starting out in the entertainment industry (or perhaps navigating a dry spell), you may just find yourself doing a few odd jobs here and there. Something to bridge the gaps and pay the bills. Nothing illegal, of course. … Continue reading →

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[IN THE TRENCHES] Episodes

Posted on May 31, 2022 by [TEXTSMITH]

This isn’t a post about the hilarious (but painfully accurate) sitcom, Episodes. You should check that out, though, if you haven’t. Highly recommended for anyone in general, but even more so for writers. No, this post is about the sometimes … Continue reading →

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[IN THE TRENCHES] For Your Consideration

Posted on April 30, 2022 by [TEXTSMITH]

Every year, the entertainment industry goes through several prolonged Awards Seasons. With film, it’s usually the end of the year for the releases themselves, while the campaigns carry over into the next one. That covers a slew of ceremonies, including … Continue reading →

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[IN THE TRENCHES] Take Me to the Pilot

Posted on January 31, 2022 by [TEXTSMITH]

New Year. New work. Rhonda Smiley and I are starting off 2022 by writing a spec pilot for a spec series that we ex-spec-t someone to love in the near future. Well, hope anyway. Writing is rarely easy as it … Continue reading →

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[IN THE TRENCHES] Enjoy the Moment

Posted on October 31, 2021 by [TEXTSMITH]

I think I’ve always had a problem with looking ahead. On the surface, “looking ahead” sounds like a good thing, an ambitious thing. But it can actually be quite problematic. The problem being that when you spend all your time … Continue reading →

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[IN THE TRENCHES] Size Doesn’t Matter

Posted on September 30, 2021 by [TEXTSMITH]

Entertainment comes in so many forms. Today, more than ever (though I think they might’ve finally phased out wax cylinders and 8 tracks). So, while I understand that it’s important for writers to create a brand for themselves, I think … Continue reading →

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