Confessions of an Opinionated Book Geek

The course is now open for enrollment!

mendaciousangel — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 23:07:41 -0400

Over the years, due to the six shows I’ve been in the room for and my 19 years of entertainment industry experience, I have been a guest lecturer at NFMLA, Girls Write Now, NY Times Film School, and NYU - Tisch School of the Arts.
I’m in this group because I was a writer’s PA and Writer’s Assistant, but I was not promoted on the shows I was an assistant on. I optioned a pilot as an assistant and became a staff writer on a show I was completely unconnected to with the power of just my writing sample.
Over the years, many have pushed me to teach a course in order to share my unique take on “writing what you know” and writing a successful pilot script that will get you repped and staffed.
Here’s the link: https://learntowritetv.teachable.com
I hope you’ll check out my teachable course and I hope it will be helpful.
-N
In the course, “TV Writing For Beginners”, experienced television writer Naomi G. Davis will introduce students to the fundamental principles and techniques of writing for television.
Whether you aspire to become a TV writer or simply want to explore the art of storytelling through this medium, this course will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to get started.
From understanding the structure of a TV script to developing compelling characters and storylines, you will learn the essential skills required to craft engaging and entertaining television content from understanding story structure to crafting compelling dialogue and character arcs to elevate your TV writing skills.
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The course is now open for enrollment!

Over the years, due to the six shows I’ve been in the room for and my 19 years of entertainment…

mendaciousangel — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 15:42:02 -0400

Over the years, due to the six shows I’ve been in the room for and my 19 years of entertainment industry experience, I have been a guest lecturer at NFMLA, Girls Write Now, NY Times Film School, and NYU - Tisch School of the Arts.

I’m in this group because I was a writer’s PA and Writer’s Assistant, but I was not promoted on the shows I was an assistant on. I optioned a pilot as an assistant and became a staff writer on a show I was completely unconnected to with the power of just my writing sample.

Over the years, many have pushed me to teach a course in order to share my unique take on “writing what you know” and writing a successful pilot script that will get you repped and staffed.

Here’s the link: https://learntowritetv.teachable.com

I hope you’ll check out my teachable course and I hope it will be helpful.

-N

In the course, “TV Writing For Beginners”, experienced television writer Naomi G. Davis will introduce students to the fundamental principles and techniques of writing for television.

Whether you aspire to become a TV writer or simply want to explore the art of storytelling through this medium, this course will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to get started.

From understanding the structure of a TV script to developing compelling characters and storylines, you will learn the essential skills required to craft engaging and entertaining television content from understanding story structure to crafting compelling dialogue and character arcs to elevate your TV writing skills.

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mendaciousangel — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 16:59:45 -0400

Wow!

mendaciousangel — Tue, 30 Aug 2022 14:57:39 -0400

Wow!

I JUST FINISHED. Ok, I loved it. Thank you so much for writing, and for all the writers for writing. My favorite parts, besides Elena’s INSANE WARDROBE, was all the SMASHING OF RICH PEOPLE. GRIND THEIR BONES INTO THE DUST. I hope the next season (half season?) explores those Russian dolls so we get MORE VENGENCE. I care about her daughter, etc, but mostly I want Elena on a RIGHTEOUS PATH OF FURY. I loved that I figured out the gold was in the buttons before you told me it was, because then I felt super smart and in on the plan. SUCH A GOOD SHOW. Thank you!!!!

mendaciousangel — Mon, 09 May 2022 13:10:42 -0400

I sent a screenshot of your message to a few of the other writers and they were so pleased! Thank you for watching! 🤞🏾 Here’s hoping we get a season 2!

Meet my puppy Bong Soon and then watch The Endgame tonight on nbc!

mendaciousangel — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 11:26:55 -0400

Meet my puppy Bong Soon and then watch The Endgame tonight on nbc!

Hi! I remember seeing that you wrote it so I wanted to say that 1x06 of The Endgame has been my favorite episode so far :) they’ve all been fun stories but somehow the rhythm of this episode in particular really nailed it for me. The dynamic between Val/Anthony was a personal favorite, and between Elena and Rogelio was really fun too

mendaciousangel — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 18:39:49 -0400

Thank you! I was glad to be the one to get the director out of Fort Totten and Issac Bigby is a story close to my heart.!

Behind the scenes of my episode!!

mendaciousangel — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 17:09:03 -0400

Behind the scenes of my episode!!

https://youtu.be/Y2IctmSoLzo

mendaciousangel — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 10:32:18 -0400

https://youtu.be/Y2IctmSoLzo

Episode 1x06 - Judge, Jury and Executioner!!!!!

Written by Naomi G. Davis

Directed by Monica Raymund

I wrote and produced this episode. I hope you’ll watch.

I just want us to be friends.

mendaciousangel — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 03:43:33 -0500

thundergrace:

I just want us to be friends.

diver5ion: You’re a unicorn. You’re gonna make me blush.

mendaciousangel — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 13:28:28 -0500

diver5ion:

You’re a unicorn.
You’re gonna make me blush.

Elena informing Val that she’s very much apart of her endgame

mendaciousangel — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 13:28:14 -0500

thundergrace:

Elena informing Val that she’s very much apart of her endgame
“I’m telling you this because you worked so hard to know me, but, you know nothing.”/“Why is it so important that I know the real you?”

My story contribution begins tonight with episode 102 - Fairytale Wedding.

mendaciousangel — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 14:32:02 -0500

My story contribution begins tonight with episode 102 - Fairytale Wedding.

https://youtu.be/jM4pYpz5TFk

I write on The Endgame. I wanted this job very badly and it changed my entire life! I hope you’ll…

mendaciousangel — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 21:27:53 -0500

I write on The Endgame. I wanted this job very badly and it changed my entire life! I hope you’ll watch! -N

https://youtu.be/Hf7KOjIJFgI

mendaciousangel — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 21:03:08 -0500

https://youtu.be/Hf7KOjIJFgI

The show that I write on.

Me: I bet you it’s something stupid… (clicks link)

mendaciousangel — Tue, 21 Sep 2021 22:26:57 -0400

Me: I bet you it’s something stupid… (clicks link)

I was wrong! Great book.

https://www.menshealth.com/entertainment/g37473997/most-popular-book-by-year/?utm_source=facebook_arb&utm_medium=cpm&utm_campaign=arb_fb_mnh_m_ios_g37473997&fbclid=IwAR06VpxsJo7KgMCc2D6e5OJ_etypYo6KxModXR8EpyX7yQo9WZpaMg2BDuQ

See if You’ve Read the Most Popular Book the Year You Were Born

mendaciousangel — Mon, 23 Aug 2021 18:17:34 -0400

bookofmirth:

sapphicbookclub:These Witches Don’t Burn duology by Isabel...

mendaciousangel — Mon, 23 Aug 2021 18:16:57 -0400

sapphicbookclub:

These Witches Don’t Burn duology by Isabel Sterling
(These Witches Don’t Burn , This Coven Won’t Break)
Hannah’s a witch, but not the kind you’re thinking of. She’s the real deal, an Elemental with the power to control fire, earth, water, and air. But even though she lives in Salem, Massachusetts, her magic is a secret she has to keep to herself. If she’s ever caught using it in front of a Reg (read: non-witch), she could lose it. For good. So, Hannah spends most of her time avoiding her ex-girlfriend (and fellow Elemental Witch) Veronica, hanging out with her best friend, and working at the Fly by Night Cauldron selling candles and crystals to tourists, goths, and local Wiccans.
But dealing with her ex is the least of Hannah’s concerns when a terrifying blood ritual interrupts the end-of-school-year bonfire. Evidence of dark magic begins to appear all over Salem, and Hannah’s sure it’s the work of a deadly Blood Witch. The issue is, her coven is less than convinced, forcing Hannah to team up with the last person she wants to see: Veronica.
While the pair attempt to smoke out the Blood Witch at a house party, Hannah meets Morgan, a cute new ballerina in town. But trying to date amid a supernatural crisis is easier said than done, and Hannah will have to test the limits of her power if she’s going to save her coven and get the girl, especially when the attacks on Salem’s witches become deadlier by the day.
Genres: urban fantasy, paranormal, romance
Get the books from The Book Depository here! (1 , 2)

Me and my gf were talking abt good castings for Sir Walter Elliot and she suggested Jack Black and I…

mendaciousangel — Fri, 13 Aug 2021 14:14:15 -0400

thebibliosphere:

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Me and my gf were talking abt good castings for Sir Walter Elliot and she suggested Jack Black and I was like “Jack Black could do any Bennet. Jack Black could do ALL the Bennets” so now my ideal P+P has Jack Black as the entire Bennet family, or at least Mrs. Bennet
Further thoughts on Jack Black as Mrs. Bennet
He is not in drag.
He is wearing a dress and a bonnet.
He is the only one who seems unaware/does not acknowledge that the 5 Bennet sisters are obviously adopted
bonus points if they’re cast race-blind so they’re OBVIOUSLY adopted
It’s played straight that Jack Black was a renowned beauty in his day, which is how he snared a genteel husband
He is the only cast member not required to do a British accent
He is in fact encouraged to do a bad British accent but only sometimes
The bonnet that Jack Black wears is possibly the most ostentatious bonnet anyone has ever seen HOWEVER
Each time the camera cuts away and back, Jack Black is wearing a different bonnet.
A significant portion of the costume budget should go towards Jack Black’s various bonnets
Mr. Bennet can wear the same outfit for the entire film that’s in character for him
The changing bonnet gag is absolutely key to this film
@canolaaoil
[ID: tags reading “every time they cut back it’s a different bonnet BUT it gets bigger each time” end ID]
YOU GET IT
Im WEEPING
@seatidesofthesoul you are one of several people tumblr has just decided I can’t message 🥲 but you definitely need to see this lol
@thebibliosphere
Every scene where Mary is implied to be playing the piano poorly is now replaced with her absolutely shredding the keys while Mrs Bennet stands swaying in the crowd with a candle held aloft.

this lesbian love note in a thrifted book has overcome me like it really is all about love it has…

mendaciousangel — Mon, 19 Jul 2021 17:07:39 -0400

tallahasseemp3:

this lesbian love note in a thrifted book has overcome me like it really is all about love it has always been and will always be