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ADAPTED BOOKS TO MOVIES

GETTING STARTED

HOW TO GET STARTED?

Call us and we will take you through the process of submitting your project. We recommend you read Truman Publishing's project guidelines, and all submitters must meet eligibility requirements.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS?

To be eligible for the submission, you need to meet the following requirements:

You are 18 years of age or older.

You have a valid email address.

Book Copyright Holder

Author GDPR Approved Website

Book Synopsis

Logline

Treatment / Screenplay

* You do NOT need to live in the US or be a US citizen to apply.

WHAT WILL I NEED TO HAVE READY?

You will need to have your book log-line or manuscript, or at most an executive summary. It sounds easy to submit an idea that is only a couple of lines long, but in reality, expressing your story laconically and to the point can be challenging. You should put some consideration in wording it as efficiently and effectively as possible. What you write is what will be registered as your story, so it should express your story clearly and as concisely as possible.

HOW DOES THE REVIEW PROCESS WORK?

When you submit your book/story, you will get a confirmation within a week if your book is qualified for registration in our database. Your project is then forwarded to our creative executives who will start the review. You can add any additional information you want to attach to the submission such as the logline, artwork, or a screenplay if you have one.

Once the review is complete, usually within a week, a creative executive will send you feedback. The review will emphasize the strengths and weaknesses of the story, and the story will be either approved to be pitched or declined. In some cases, we’ll reach out with a question asking for clarification or possible recommendations that could improve the pitchability of your story.

In case we recommend alterations to your story in order to be able to pitch it, we can make those changes to the pitch. with your approval.  Upon the completion of the review, we start promoting your movie or TV show story to studios, networks, and production companies.

WHAT HAPPENS IF MY STORY IS APPROVED?

If your story is approved by our executives, we will begin the process of pitching your story to relevant studios, production companies, and networks. We'll handle the pitching process and keep you updated on any interest or offers we receive.

WHAT IF MY BOOK IS DECLINED?

Just because your book isn't accepted doesn't inherently imply that it's a poor narrative. It may just not align with what studios or networks are currently seeking. Rest assured, we will provide constructive feedback and useful suggestions if required. Furthermore, your book will stay in our database, which means opportunities are still very much alive.

DO I RETAIN THE RIGHTS TO MY BOOK?

Yes, you retain all rights to your book or story. We are simply a platform to help you pitch your story to the right people.

WHAT IF I HAVE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS OR NEED HELP DURING THE PROCESS?

Our team is here to help you throughout the process. You can contact us by email, phone, or through our website. We're committed to making the process as easy and seamless as possible for you.

IS THERE A FEE TO SUBMIT MY STORY?

Yes, there is a fee to submit your story to cover the cost of the review process by our creative executives. However, you will not be charged any additional fees unless your project is successfully pitched and sold.

HOW LONG DOES THE ENTIRE PROCESS TAKE?

The process can vary depending on the project, but typically, it takes about a week for your story to be reviewed by our creative executives. If your project is approved, the pitching process can take several weeks or months. We will keep you updated throughout the process.

We are experts in the field of delivering innovative and compelling feature film, series, and TV show concepts to the Hollywood film industry. Our client roster includes prestigious names such as Columbia, Warner Bros, Walt Disney, Universal, 20th Century Fox, Paramount, as well as an array of vibrant indie studios, all eagerly awaiting the next groundbreaking idea. Our pipeline of ideas are sourced from a diverse mix of authors, writers, directors, producers, and extraordinary individuals with a flair for storytelling. Each week, we are inundated with hundreds of unique plot summaries, reinforcing our position as the marketplace's leading supplier of fresh and exciting concepts. Through our industry influence, we ensure our clients can fully monetize their innovative ideas.

Pitching your book to a movie company can be an exciting and rewarding opportunity, but it also requires some preparation and research. Here are some of the usual requirements to pitch your book as an author to a movie company:

• A logline. A logline is a one-sentence summary of your story that captures the main idea, the genre, the protagonist, the antagonist, and the conflict. It should be clear, concise, and catchy, and make the reader want to know more. For example, the logline for The Hunger Games is: "In a dystopian future, a young girl volunteers to take her sister’s place in a televised fight to the death against other teenagers from 12 oppressed districts."
• A synopsis. A synopsis is a brief overview of your story that covers the main plot points, the characters, the themes, and the tone. It should be no longer than one or two pages, and written in present tense and third person. It should also highlight what makes your story unique, compelling, and adaptable to the screen. 
• A treatment. A treatment is a detailed outline of your story that breaks it down into scenes or sequences, describing what happens, who is involved, and how it relates to the overall arc. It should be about 10 to 15 pages long, and written in present tense and third person. It should also include some dialogue snippets, visual descriptions, and transitions. A treatment can help you show how your story would translate into a screenplay format.
• A sample chapter or excerpt. A sample chapter or excerpt is a portion of your book that showcases your writing style, your voice, your characters, and your story. It should be one of the most engaging and representative parts of your book, preferably from the beginning or a turning point. It should also be well-edited and proofread. A sample chapter or excerpt can help you demonstrate your writing skills and your story potential.

These are some of the usual requirements to pitch your book as an author to a movie company. However, different companies may have different preferences or expectations, so it is important to do your research before you pitch. 

THE BASICS OF MOVIE PITCH

We are a dynamic team of accredited professionals, encompassing industry-leading producers, innovative entrepreneurs, visionary artists, skilled programmers, savvy publicists, rigorous analysts, seasoned lawyers, and astute accountants. Our unity lies in our shared passions: a profound love for cinema, arts, and creativity, and a heartfelt joy in witnessing dreams come to fruition. Our unwavering commitment to improving our services, promoting diverse projects, and critically reviewing ideas is driven by the love of our work. We cherish our role in empowering creative minds to transform their visions into reality - a process we believe, is nothing short of magic!

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