Last week in Athens, Greece, I had the exciting opportunity to reconnect with the 2023–2024 cohort of the Owl Screenwriting Workshop and engage with the fresh talent of the 2024–2025 group. It’s a delightful whirlwind of sharing insights and learning the writing ropes alongside some truly passionate individuals! Have you ever thought about how a simple conversation over a coffee could spark an idea that leads to your next big screenplay? In this article, I reflect on my time mentoring aspiring writers, sharing scenes from masterclasses and panels, and the unmistakable thrill that comes when creativity is set free to roam. Buckle up, because it’s time to dive into the world of storytelling—where every writer has a unique journey waiting to be discovered. LEARN MORE.
Reflections on reconnecting with the 2023–2024 cohort and working with the 2024–2025 group last week in Athens, Greece.
Last year, I served as a mentor at the 2nd annual Owl Screenwriting Workshop in Athens, Greece. That went so well, I was invited back for this year’s session. It was an exciting experience for everyone involved.
Here is my schedule from October 1st through October 4th:
- Led three masterclass sessions based on my book The Protagonist’s Journey: An Introduction to Character-Driven Screenwriting and Storytelling.
- Moderated two industry panels: The Art of Giving and Receiving Notes and The Showrunner and the Writer’s Room, a conversation with several notable producers and development executives (you can learn about these mentors here).
- Met individually with the 11 writers in this year’s cohort: 6 TV, 5 Film.
- Oversaw two 3-hour workshops, the first with the TV writers, the second with the movie writers.
It was an immersive experience for these writers to learn about the craft, network with industry insiders, and dig deep into their current script projects with…
