Is your book destined for Hollywood? Find out at the Book-to-Screen PitchFest

Did you know? A lot of TV and film professionals look for books as key inspiration for their next big hit. In fact…

  • 12 out of 24 well known top-grossing films were based on books (1996–2019).
  • 37 books were made into TV shows, as listed by IMDb (2018-2019).
  • 68 book-based feature films were released this year.
  • 3883 and more books were adapted to film in total (1996–2019).

Explore your book’s Hollywood potential with the Book-to-Screen PitchFest Los Angeles 2020

When: FEBRUARY 21 TO 22 | Where: The Beverley Hilton

  • Learn To Pitch. Know the step-by-step method of pitching from well-renowned film & digital media executive, John Sacchi.
  • Network. Meet with other authors and leaders as you exchange ideas and collaborate for future projects.
  • Do Pitch Sessions. Deliver your pitch face-to-face with representatives from the TV & film industry.

How To Reserve? Sign up for the Book-to-Screen PitchFest LA 2020 for a full access to the weekend’s special events:

  • A Pre-event guide. Getting you started on your first pitch draft.
  • Welcome Reception. Meet John Sacchi and Keith Ogorek, President of the Author Learning Center.
  • 1-on-1 Session. Refine your pitch with your group leader.
  • Speed Pitch. Time to present your idea to Hollywood representatives.
  • Concept Security. Register in the Writers Guild of America Idea to protect your idea.
  • Feedback. Informing you on how your pitch was received.

Things To Remember:

  • DEADLINE: JANUARY 31
    Hurry! We’ve only got 150 spots available, so book yours today.
  • ONLY FOR PUBLISHED BOOKS:
    Service is valid only for books that are live and available for sale.
  • EXCLUDES CERTAIN COSTS
    You’re responsible for travel expenses, hotel accommodations, etc. However, you can get a discounted rate per night on hotel rooms at the Beverly Hilton for a limited time.
  • FULL CHOICE TO SAY YES OR NO
    Representatives have the full say whether or not they are interested in the authors' pitch ideas. They are not obliged to pursue the books and story materials.
  • PROTECTION OF IDEA
    Registering your idea doesn’t mean:
    • It disallows others from having a similar storyline or theme.
    • It can prevent plagiarism
    Rather, it can…
    • discourage others from using it without your permission.
    • produce the registered material
    • confirm the date of registration and so establish the material’s existence.
    • create legal evidence for the material.

Call your Marketing Consultant today at 0800 008 756 to reserve your spot.

Sources:

  1. IMDB , “Based On Novel TV Series (Sorted by Title, ascending)
  2. IMDB , “Based On Novel Feature Films (Sorted by Title, ascending)