14651 Ventura Blvd
Sherman Oaks, California 91403

Whether you're a neophyte writer, a pro, or just beginning to think about pursuing writing, you can get professional input from former Hollywood literary agent, Michele Wallerstein, author of "Mind Your Business: A Hollywood Literary Agent's Guide To Your Writing Career."

Besides working with many of Hollywood's top writers, directors, and producers, Michele has a reputation for cultivating new talent and is a sought-after speaker at many educational forums. Now a screenplay, novel, and career consultant, Michele brings her expertise to Borders for a 4-part series to help you get your script written, represented, and sold!

Join us on March 19th, for the 4th and final session of this series, focused on discussing the necessary tools to be a successful writer in Hollywood. Attendance at prior session(s) is not required. Come meet Michele and propel your writing career to the next level. See below for dates and a list of upcoming topics.

SERIES TOPICS:
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Nov 20: Introduction - Getting Started

Jan 22: How To Get and Keep An Agent

Feb 19: Choosing the Right Screenplay To Write

Mar 19: The Tools For Success As A Hollywood Writer

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~~~ What People Are Saying ~~~

"I've worked with Michele Wallerstein for more than 20 years,
and you won't find anyone better at coaching you on your
manuscript. Her extensive experience representing novelists
and screenwriters, her brilliant sense of story,and her honesty,
toughness, humor, compassion and industry connections will all
propel you toward a better novel or screenplay, and an ultimate
sale."
--Michael Hauge, author of "Writing Screenplays That
Sell, Selling Your Story in 60 Seconds: The
Guaranteed Way to Get Your Screenplay or Novel
Read"

"There are few savvier than Michele Wallerstein when it comes
to knowing what works with novels, movies and TV.
She has the kind of knowledge that only comes with real
experience and working in the trenches with writers and
executives."
--Steve Fisher, Literary Agent, Agency for the Performing
Arts

"Feedback is easy to get-- almost too easy. But quality
feedback--the feedback you must get as a writer-- is hard to
find. I guarantee you will receive quality feedback from
Michele. She only wants the best for you and your writing
career. She can help you find your way, if you let her. That is a
rare gift these days."
--Adrea Peters, Writer

“I have to tell you, out of all the great experiences I had at the
film festival, talking with you was the most memorable. I really
appreciated your generosity and candor. It truly was a
pleasure to meet you.”
-- Linda Fisher
First Place (!) Screenplay Winner
Big Bear Int’l. Film Festival
September, 2009

"Michele Wallerstein knows all there is to know about the
relationship between agents and writers, and what writers
need to flourish as artists and professionals. She illuminates
these mysteries with the same clarity and insight she brings to
analyzing a script. If you have the talent to write professionally,
Michele's ability to demystify the process can only speed your
way."
-- Diane McGee, Head of Literary, Bicoastal Talent & Literary
Agency

Official Website: http://www.novelconsultant.com/

Added by Borders Sherman Oaks on December 4, 2010