Testimonials
At Scriptwriters Network, we are proud to empower writers with the tools, mentorship, and industry insight they need to bring their stories to life.
Here’s what some of our members have to say about their experiences and the ways SWN has helped them grow, succeed, and achieve their creative goals.
What Our Writers Say…
“Winning a Scriptwriters Network award was an exciting milestone for me, but one of the most valuable parts of that experience has been the opportunity to work with Melessa Sargent through the consultation sessions that came with the prize. As someone new to the screenwriting industry, I quickly realized how much there is to learn—not only about writing, but about navigating the business itself. Through Scriptwriters Network’s programs and Melessa’s guidance, I have gained an education that extends far beyond the page. Her knowledge of the industry is extraordinary, but what makes her truly exceptional is the way she combines that expertise with encouragement, positivity, and genuine personal support.
Meeting with Melessa each week has become one of the brightest parts of my life. She is part teacher, part coach, part mentor, and part friend—all wrapped into one incredibly supportive person who truly believes in the writers she works with through Scriptwriters Network. She keeps me motivated, accountable, and moving forward by helping me set meaningful weekly goals and giving thoughtful, practical guidance every step of the way. She has helped me strengthen my award-winning screenplay by finding smart, concise ways to deepen characters and address evaluator feedback without compromising the pacing of the script. She has also guided me in developing a larger body of work, teaching me the importance of building a career rather than focusing on a single script.
Beyond the writing itself, Melessa has taught me how to navigate the industry—from networking and identifying the right events and opportunities, to helping me present myself professionally on InkTip and understand what agents and producers are really looking for. She even helped guide my research for a new screenplay project centered around Native American culture, encouraging me to ask deeper questions and think more critically about the material I was exploring. Her insight continually pushes my work to a higher level.
What stands out most, though, is the unwavering encouragement she brings to every meeting. She creates an environment where you feel supported, inspired, and capable of moving forward, even when the industry feels overwhelming. Through Scriptwriters Network and Melessa’s mentorship, I have gained not only practical knowledge but also the confidence to continue pursuing my goals as a writer.
Working with Melessa has not only strengthened my writing—it has strengthened my confidence and excitement about pursuing screenwriting as a new career. I am deeply grateful for her guidance, generosity, and belief in me as a writer, and for the opportunities Scriptwriters Network has provided along the way.”
“When receiving coverage, we hope the Reader will love it – end of story. But when improvements are required, we expect the criticism to be constructive, which is why I appreciate The Scriptwriters Network Readers providing opinions that permitted me to think more broadly about my screenplay.
Rather than making direct suggestions on how a scene should go or changing a piece of dialogue, the readers formatted comments in an open-ended way so that I could explore the possibilities as it pertains to the story I’m trying to tell.
The feedback I received resulted in another rewrite that changed the structure and story beats that have been in since early drafts .”
Peter Levedahl
“I got 20 script requests out of 23 pitches! That’s over-the-top results after attending the Pitch Boot Camp hosted by Scriptwriters Network at the GAPF – the Great American Pitch Fest held in Burbank, June 19-22. The experience of practicing and refining my pitch before several judges, in a speed-dating-style lineup, gave me the experience and feedback I needed to excel the next day when the real Hollywood elite showed up to hear me.
I had 5 minutes to impress and convince each exec that my project was worthy. And I hit a home run almost every time at bat, so you can too, if you practice, practice and practice your pitch before “pitching it” at one of Scriptwriters Network Pitch Boot Camps. I highly recommend doing this. It’s cost $25 to refine my pitch. Come on Man! That’s the cost of two or three glasses of wine to sell yourself! It’s so worth it! Do it, and your ego will soar, your career will start a buzz and who knows? Anything is possible!”
These stories are just a few examples of the successes our members achieve.
Join Scriptwriters Network and see how we can support your journey, whether you’re crafting your first script, developing a feature, or preparing to pitch to industry professionals.
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