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    Fun In My Day Job !

    Oh, what a whirlwind this year has been—2025 is throwing curveballs of creativity faster than a comet streaking through the galaxy! I’ve just wrapped up a blockbuster screenscript for Season 1, complete with a tantalizing synopsis and a juicy episode list. Picture this: a heart-wrenching tale of soulmates defying time itself, leaping across timelines and even hopping to other planets—talk about cosmic love drama! Then, I dove headfirst into editing another absolute gem, a rip-roaring page-turner set in the neon-soaked, disco-dazzled 1980s Ibiza. It’s got all the vibes—sunsets, secrets, and a plot that’ll keep you glued to the edge of your sunlounger! And that’s not all—I’ve been juggling a dazzling…

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    My New Favourite Binge

    The House of Guinness is an absolute triumph, a frothy, intoxicating blend of drama, history, and sheer storytelling magic that leaves you buzzing like a perfectly poured pint! This Netflix gem dives into the legendary Guinness dynasty with a zest that’s as bold and rich as the stout itself. From the opulent sets that transport you to 19th-century Dublin to the razor-sharp performances—James Norton and Jack Gleeson are pure dynamite—the show crackles with ambition, heartbreak, and wit. It’s a family saga that’s equal parts gritty and glamorous, weaving tales of rivalry, innovation, and legacy with a swagger that’s impossible to resist. Every episode is a masterclass in balancing historical heft…

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    Exciting News

    We are all elated at the Susan Mears Agency, as recently I completed a film script for one of our lovely clients. Back in the 90s, our client wrote a phenomenal book about Loss, Forgiveness, and a first Love that stood the test of time. When I read the book, I loved it from the get-go I created a report on adapting the client’s Book to Film and was engaged to write the first spec script. I enjoyed working on this project so much, and I also created a Film Treatment for it and a mini deck for pitching. Well, it has been picked up by a top producer in…

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    Interview With Janet Lee Chapman

    Interview With Janet Lee Chapman by Beverley Gilmour I sat down with Janet to ask her about her role as Head of Screenwriting for the Susan Mears Agency. Most of all, I wanted to find out what her job entailed, and what the qualities are that she believes necessary to become a successful screenwriter, in today’s ever-changing landscape of film and television. “Being a screenwriter is not just about being a good storyteller – yes, you do need to have a natural flair to be able to tell a good story, but that’s not all. You will also need more than a vivid imagination to succeed in today’s industry. A screenwriter…