Book in a Month - Developing Your Story Idea

If you had to describe your work as a whole in a single line, what would that line be?

Modern folk tales about anti-heroes who change their lives and the world around them.

How would you like your work to be remembered?

I don't expect my work to be that of Shakespeare, Poe, or Rowling, but I would love a loyal base of fans of the genre (being made into a film series would be nice, too :-P).

Which genre is best for your writing style and interests?

Supernatural/Fantasy/Young Adult Fiction


One-Sentence Pitch:
A  fantasy saga about identical twin brothers who discover they are part of a world of super-powered people who are charged with protecting humanity.

Book in a Month - Questions Part III - Setting and Keeping Goals

What are you passionate about?
I love telling stories about individuals who are thrust in to a world and/or situation that is way beyond their knowledge and capabilities. Yet, in the end, they change that world and themselves, for better or for worse. 

What gives you energy and motivates you?
Knowing that something, that was once completely nothing, came from my head and on to a page, and people are watching it, reading it and being entertained and inspired by it.

What keeps showing up again and again in your stories or the stories you love to read?
They are mostly about young adults who had no idea they were part of a supernatural world, or that the world even existed. They are then thrust in to this world and become an essential part of it.

What is important to you creatively? Do you want to educate? Entertain? Scare?
I do want to entertain, taking my readers and viewers in to a world way beyond that of their own, yet can somehow fit right in to it. I also like incorporating a spiritual undertone, where you have to decide if it was a human choice or a higher power at work that was an essential part of the story.

Do you have a personal cause or agenda that defines you?
No, not really. I guess, as I've said, my stories tend to have a spiritual undertone. I'm not a religious person, per say, but I do have a fondness for a higher calling and God.

What types of books do you enjoy? Movies?
As far as books, I enjoy writing young adult fantasy novels, modern day fairy tales, as well as books that have a bit of a horror vibe mixed in with the fantasy. Stories that showcase the world I live in, but has this one major element that makes it completely different, that's secret to "regular" people. Movies are generally similar.

What types of stories did you like as a child?
As a child, I was a big fan of comic books featuring superheroes that saved the day and was an inspiration to his or her community. Also, I loved to read about folklore and mythology of my culture, as well as others around the world - talking about mystical beings, magic, heroes and evil with a motif at the end.

Book in a Month - Questions Part II (Part 2)

Some more questions in the 'Resistance' chapter:

When I finish this manuscript in 30 days...

I will immediately the marketing process, designing a cover for the novel, as well as marketing myself as an author and the story on social media feeds, branding myself as an indie author. Simultaneously, I will rework my query letter to send out to agents. Shortly after, I will follow the same 'Book in a Month' formula to work on the sequel, "Book II: The Sky Knight."

My writing benchmarks are...

To have my novel, "Book I: The Diary of Hershel Nevaeh," completed and redrafted, containing approximately 100,000 words. To make some necessary adjustments within the context, including the villains motive, the addition of secondary characters earlier on and a scene involving the Kingdom's minister conducting a sermon before his people.

Book in a Month - Questions Part II

These are what's known as the resistance questions:

Why don't I want to finish this manuscript?

I know in my heart that I want to finish my book. Why it has taken five years of working on it for a little, then forgetting about it for months at a time is beyond me. Life gets in the way - paying jobs, films with the Justice crew, other ideas I feel I may have a better handle on, hanging out with friends, time with family.

What will happen to me if I finish it?

I will begin a campaign to promote myself as a professional writer, not just someone who writes. I will use the high I get from finishing to go on and finish other projects, both written and non-written.

Why should I let myself write this manuscript?

This is the story I have been trying to tell for five years. It is the first time I have a real grasp on the characters, the world they live in, and their history. My knowledge is so in depth to this world, I find it shocking the manuscript is not complete yet.

I'd love to start this 30-day plan, but...

Already, things get in the way - I have to job hunt for hours every day, I like to work out, I like to eat, I am working on projects with other people and do not want to disappoint them.

If I became a great author...

Then I will be self fulfilled. Minus getting married to my true love and making a family, having a career as an author would my utopia. The dream is to have your dream become a reality. I would love to do book signing and Q&A sessions to discuss the world I've created. I will have fans, who write to me and post on my facebook page, awaiting my next book.

I can't finish an entire manuscript in 30 days because...

life can and will get in the way. I don't have a writing career yet, so I need to focus on other career paths until I do. Searching for both the former and latter paths is time consuming. As well, I like to maintain a healthy social life. Other projects become priority, such as the web series, since I am working on that with other people, they expect to see my work done shortly, I cannot put that on hold for my book that no one has asked me to do.

I can finish an entire manuscript in 30 days because...

Because I am looking at this in the big picture - which is terrifying and makes me want to stop. Instead of looking at it as 30 days, how about 30 single days. One day, thirty times. Breaking things down makes it less overwhelming and therefore much more doable in the time frame. If I want to write 100,000 words in said 30 days, that means 20,000 words a week, that means 4,000 words a day. Though that seems a bit overwhelming too, it's definitely doable, to set aside the hours needed, whether early in the morning or late at night.

If I did finish a manuscript, I would feel...

Like I can look at myself in the mirror and call myself a writer. Someone who an idea floating around my head and inked it down, creating characters and worlds and a plot so intricate it has to spread over 5 more. And it would overflow in to my other writing projects, as well my life projects.

The Ink-Vine Short Story - Part II

Untitled Ink-Vine Short Story
by Disaster, Ink.

Tabitha thoroughly enjoyed sitting under her favorite, overgrown oak tree in her favorite park on the outskirts of her rather small town. It stood on the very top of a hill, overlooking the suburban streets and houses, as well as the long stream that crossed right through her community. No one made their way to the top of the hill; they preferred staying on the level ground, taking in the sun, playing with their dogs, enjoying the company of a loved one. But this hill and this tree, which knotted and twisted its way from the roots to the branches, filled with vibrant, full green leaves, was Tabitha’s sanctuary. She would always go to this place after a long day’s work, writing in her journal until the sun’s final rays made its way below the horizon line. Much like her spot in the field under the tree, the journal was for her and for her only. She was the only one who would jot down notes, and she bore the only eyes that would see its contents.

The sun had nearly set; she had eighteen minutes precisely before the sky would grow dark, and she would have to make her way home. She was so keen to the sun’s rotation; she knew exactly when it would set each day. Tabitha continued to pen her thoughts down in the antique, cracked leather-bound journal; its pages crinkled and yellowed with age. Tabitha thought of her fictional world, letting her ink take control of her as she penned down her tale, which read as follows... 

Clarissa ran up the stairs, the heat of her unseen assailant’s breath brushing her bare ankles with every step.  She silently cursed herself for wearing flip flops, but to be fair, she had had no idea that her peaceful afternoon stroll would end in a flight for her life.

She couldn’t help but reflect on the events of this morning. As she went through her morning chores, all she could focus on was the sun streaming through the open windows.  After three days of almost constant rain, she knew that she couldn’t waste this beautiful day.  So, as soon as she finished everything, she slipped into her flip flops and headed straight to the park.

The grass retained a faint trace of dampness that tickled Clarissa's feet as she strolled. She soon realized that she was not the only one making the most of the unseasonably good weather. Children played on the swings and slides, while parents took their toddlers to the pond to throw stale remnants of bread at the greedy ducks. Yet, something wasn't right.

Clarissa could sense something, just out of sight, a darkness that invaded her sight in the corner of her eye, but when she turned to look, it was gone.

Unsettled, she thought it best to stay near people. At the edge of the park she noticed a cafe bar, the front terrace filled with chairs and tables for thirsty tourists and regulars alike. She smiled at a young couple as she edged her way to the main doors, and was plunged into the darkness beyond. In contrast to the sunshine, the bar was cool and dark and she felt a chill as she walked towards the counter.

"What can I get you?" asked the waitress, idly.

"Coffee, please. Need something to wake me up," Clarissa explained nervously, feeling like she had to justify herself to this uninterested stranger, "you ever get the feeling you haven't actually woken up?"

Book in a Month Challenge

In a nutshell, I randomly picked up a book that is a motivator/worksheet/breakdown system that helps you write a novel in 30 days. Seeing as I have a novel that has been inching near completion since 2007, I figured I'd give this a shot...

Before the book gets in to the actual process of the 30 day challenge, it wants you to get to the heart of your inner scrivener - why we are who we are; why we do what we do. So, why not show off my journey of the soul and mind to finish my manuscript to you, the fine readers of Disaster, Ink? 


The first set of questions are meant to explore my motivation  and commitment to writing:


Why do you want to write?
I want to write because I feel I have a story to tell, and I want to share it with as many people as possible. I love taking these (fictional) journeys to fantastical lands and writing about them.


Why do you have to write?
Truthfully, nothing else truly feels right. I feel in my element when I'm penning a story, or a screenplay, or even a press release. It's as simple as that. Everyone has their thing that they love to do, love to talk about, love to share with the world - this is mine.
 
How will your life be different after you finish this manuscript? What will change?
That's hard to say when it hasn't happened yet. I will certainly feel accomplished, and wanting to continue pushing myself to write more, and finish writings I have already started. I'm definitely hoping to use the completion of this manuscript to kick-start my professional career as a writer, as opposed to just a guy who happens to write.


How will your life be different after you finish three manuscripts? (Will you feel like a "real" writer?)Well, if I stick with this particular storyline, I will be half way done with my saga. I hope to feel like a real writer after the completion of the first one. After three, I hope to have some form of success by then - being paid to write; having my work published online and in journals, seen by many across the world.


How will you feel about yourself after you finish this manuscript? (Will you have more confidence?)It will certainly be a giant weight lifted off my shoulders. I've been trying to complete this story for four years, which is a long time considering that this is a planned saga and there is much more to this story than just the first novel. I am hoping to have the confidence to go on with the series, even flesh out the outline even more, that I won't have to work another four years on book two or three.


How will this feeling help you accomplish other things in life?
It's hard to say how it will help me accomplish other things in my life. I know that I will be a better writer and known as a better writer, hopefully getting more work, having people come to me to have them write their ideas. Other aspects of my life - career, my own place, weight management, family - are  not really intertwined with my writing. It inspires me, yes, but that's just about it. Working on my writing will not necessarily help me with these other aspects, other than inspiring me to complete other objectives I have burdened myself with.

The Ink-Vine Short Story - Part I

by Disaster, Ink.
 

Tabitha thoroughly enjoyed sitting under her favorite, overgrown oak tree in her favorite park on the outskirts of her rather small town. It stood on the very top of a hill, overlooking the suburban streets and houses, as well as the long stream that crossed right through her community. No one made their way to the top of the hill; they preferred staying on the level ground, taking in the sun, playing with their dogs, enjoying the company of a loved one. But this hill and this tree, which knotted and twisted its way from the roots to the branches, filled with vibrant, full green leaves, was Tabitha’s sanctuary. She would always go to this place after a long day’s work, writing in her journal until the sun’s final rays made its way below the horizon line. Much like her spot in the field under the tree, the journal was for her and for her only. She was the only one who would jot down notes, and she bore the only eyes that would see its contents.

The sun had nearly set; she had eighteen minutes precisely before the sky would grow dark, and she would have to make her way home. She was so keen to the sun’s rotation; she knew exactly when it would set each day. Tabitha continued to pen her thoughts down in the antique, cracked leather-bound journal; its pages crinkled and yellowed with age. Tabitha thought of her fictional world, letting her ink take control of her as she penned down her tale, which read as follows...

Clarissa ran up the stairs, the heat of her unseen assailant’s breath brushing her bare ankles with every step.  She silently cursed herself for wearing flip flops, but to be fair, she had had no idea that her peaceful afternoon stroll would end in a flight for her life.

She couldn’t help but reflect on the events of this morning. As she went through her morning chores, all she could focus on was the sun streaming through the open windows.  After three days of almost constant rain, she knew that she couldn’t waste this beautiful day.  So, as soon as she finished everything, she slipped into her flip flops and headed straight to the park. 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - Justice Productions Receives Sponsorship from Local Catering Hall for Web Series

MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ – As independent film group Justice Productions continues their fundraising campaign for their new web series, ‘Duo of Justice,’ they are one giant step closer to their financial goal via Larry Fundler, general manager of the Grand Marquis of Old Bridge.

Justice was very excited to hear Fundler’s interest in the project, who was mutually exhilarated to be a part of this endeavor. The partnership has a shared understanding and anticipation of the progression of web television and the impact it will have on media and entertainment. Both Justice and Fundler are invigorated for the series, hoping for it to be at the forefront of independent web television.

“Mr. Fundler’s extremely generous donation ensures Justice Productions’ opportunity to make this series with the highest production quality,” says Doug Seidel, Justice Productions founder and executive producer of the series. “It is truly gratifying to have someone like him on our team; someone who is a fan of what we do and believer in what we can accomplish with ‘Duo of Justice.’ We are grateful for his sponsorship and overall support.”

The next few months will be extremely busy for Justice Productions. As their scripts become officially locked, pre-production is set to begin later this month, which includes securing the cast and crew, obtaining necessary locations and completing organizational paperwork. As well, Justice will continuously market their new series, ensuring a large fan base come time for the premiere, as well as having the potential for future sponsors.

The Grand Marquis is an exquisite catering hall located on Route 9 in Old Bridge, New Jersey. They specialize in all catered affairs, including weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs and sweet sixteen’s. For more information on the Grand Marquis, please visit www.grandmarquiscaterers.com or call (732)-679-5700.

To donate to ‘Duo of Justice,’ please go to www.indiegogo.com/Webseries-of-Justice. For all information on Justice Productions, including their previous work, links to their social media pages, and member biographies, visit www.justice-productions.com.

The Ultimate Short Story Ink-vine Challenge! - Intro

So, the 'Ink-Vine Short Story Challenge' is finally under way, and here is the place to check out the story as it progresses. I just sent out the intro to our first writer, and should get it back within the next week. Until then, here is the intro to said story, written by yours truly. Enjoy!

Untitled Ink-Vine Short Story
by Disaster, Ink.

Tabitha thoroughly enjoyed sitting under her favorite, overgrown oak tree in her favorite park on the outskirts of her rather small town. It stood on the very top of a hill, overlooking the suburban streets and houses, as well as the long stream that crossed right through her community. No one made their way to the top of the hill; they preferred staying on the level ground, taking in the sun, playing with their dogs, enjoying the company of a loved one. But this hill and this tree, which knotted and twisted its way from the roots to the branches, filled with vibrant, full green leaves, was Tabitha’s sanctuary. She would always go to this place after a long day’s work, writing in her journal until the sun’s final rays made its way below the horizon line. Much like her spot in the field under the tree, the journal was for her and for her only. She was the only one who would jot down notes, and she bore the only eyes that would see its contents.

The sun had nearly set; she had eighteen minutes precisely before the sky would grow dark, and she would have to make her way home. She was so keen to the sun’s rotation; she knew exactly when it would set each day. Tabitha continued to pen her thoughts down in the antique, cracked leather-bound journal; its pages crinkled and yellowed with age. Tabitha thought of her fictional world, letting her ink take control of her as she penned down her tale, which reads as follows...

The Indie Author

I'd like to take a minute to discuss the indie author. For a while, I've been hearing that this is the next wave of literary success. It wasn't too long ago when self-publishing was a dead end, and the only way to be a successful writer is to submit your query letter to publishers and/or literary agents. While I have done that multiple times in the past, I found myself receiving rejection after rejection. Yes, I do take solice in a few facts - that at least I am getting read by industry professionals, and that I just need to keep plugging away. Granted, I will continue to do so. But, I've taken notice of some young writers who self-publish their work, whether shelling out their own money or putting out an e-book on amazon or createspace, or both, then doing the self-promotion thing via social media and networking.


The thought of it does sound a little too overwhelming, I know. But then I thought that it really is no different than what I am doing as a filmmaker - shelling out my own money, finding independent sponsors, producing it, getting it in to festivals, social media buzzing, going to networking events. I've been doing that since I left school. While it hasn't paid off financially just yet, me and Justice Productions definitely have that positive reputation amongst the indie filmmaking community of Philadelphia. This really is no different. It's a new, blossoming option for myself as a literary writer, and I find that massively intriguing. One author in particular comes to mind - Amanda Hocking - writer of a number fantasy/romance novels, in which she self-published digitally, promoted herself like crazy, and made a nice chunk of change in doing so. Now, mainstream publishers are eyeing her for her work. I urge you to check out her work and her blog, it is very good stuff. And, as a newly vowed indie author, I can take a lesson or two from her.


Most of you probably don't know this, but I've been working on my own Young Adult Fantasy novel series for a couple years now. What I have is an outline for the entire series, a second draft of the first book nearly completed, and the beginnings of the second one. I truly believe it is a unique story with an underlying motif that will relate to readers of any age.


I picked up some books today - a workbook to officially complete my first novel in 30 days, and a guide to self-publishing as an indie author. I'm definitely going to take these books to heart, utilizie every morsel of information they can give me, and yes, see what I can accomplish as an indie scribe. No worries, I will definitely give you fine folks updates on this epic journey.


In other news, I have completed my version of all 10 episodes of the 'Duo of Justice' web series. The feedback has been rather mixed, but I intend to fix that straight away. I've printed my version out and will fix any errors, see where there is room for improvement and trim some stuff, based on my read throughs, as well as thoughts and suggestions from the rest of the Justice team. I sit here with utmost confidence that this will be a very strong web series. My feelings on the matter were definitely boosted with a generous donation given to me today (more on that later on).


Tonight is also seder: part dos in my house, as well as my father's birthday! So tonight will be quite enjoyable.


Thank you so much for reading. Ink on, my friends.

The Writer's Prayer

Good morning all. Yup, it's just about 5am, I've been up for a good twenty minutes and will (or plan to) stay that way until 11pm. I assure you, no typos there. So, in the tough times as a writer/filmmaker (about 97.6% of the time) I like to look at this prayer as a motivation, a solemn oath, to continue my passion and ensuring my success in the field. Print this and hang this on your wall, so that you may wake up to it every morning.

A Writer’s Prayer - by Neil Gaiman

Oh Lord, let me not be one of those who writes too much;

who spreads himself too thinly with his words,

diluting all the things he has to say,

like butter spread too thinly over toast,

or watered milk in some worn-out hotel;

but let me write the things I have to say,

and then be silent, ’til I need to speak.

Oh Lord, let me not be one of those who writes too little;

a decade-man between each tale, or more,

where every word accrues significance

and dread replaces joy upon the page.

Perfectionists like chasing the horizon;

You kept perfection, gave the rest to us,

so let me earn the wisdom to move on.

But over and above those two mad spectres of parsimony and profligacy,

Lord, let me be brave, and let me, while I craft my tales, be wise:

let me say true things in a voice that is true,

and, with the truth in mind, let me write lies.

And let us say, Amen.

The Ultimate Short Story Ink-vine Challenge!

Yes, my fun, little event has a name! Exciting! Hopefully, this will turn out to be something really cool. Something we can all look back upon and say 'I remember when...'

Not bad so far. Fifteen people have signed on to my epic short story challenge. Hopefully more in the days to follow. I still have to write an opening for this thing HAHA! What was I thinking?!?

Sorry..I'm tired. And I actually have to be up in less than five hours. Yup, five (5). For a music video shoot I am on the crew for. Curse you (filmmaker whose name I will not reveal) for making me wake up so early. If I pass out holding the boom mic, that is your fault, sir.

Ink On, World!

Before I Go to Bed...

Just wanted to let you all know that I finished 'Duo of Justice' episode six today, and began work on seven. In it, I have a party scene as well as a 'Heat' moment between our heroes and the villain. Pretty exciting, I know.

I made a Facebook event for the short story challenge. I don't think my invitation went out to anyone, which is why no one has responded. Or, maybe they think the idea sucks. Either way, I'll try again (tee hee)

I was meant to hear from a financier today. But, alas, he has not returned my calls. I will try him tomorrow, and hopefully get a nice chunk of change from him, as he said he was willing to do. But, in this business, you never know...

This weekend is going to be a tough one to update during - Saturday I am working on a music video, 'Girl in Leather,' which I get to wake up for around 5am and go until 9pm. JOY! I'm sure it will be a good time, just afraid I may keel over. Fingers crossed (that I don't).

Sunday is a meeting for the web series. We are meeting to critique and lock all ten episodes, so we can officially end the tumultuous screenwriting phase and move on to some pre-pro. Good lord I hope I finish in time. The pressure is on, no doubt about that. Being intentionally funny is hard. Walking around and acting like a goofball manchild is easy, but to actually have to translate that to the page...how do they do it!

Meh, perhaps I am being overly critical. I personally found some humorous moments that I wrote and, when I went back to look at it, gave a chuckle. That's a good sign..yes?

Hmm, what else can I briefly ramble on....OH YES, I'm reading a new book. After five pages, it seems pretty cool. 'Monstrumologist.' Catchy, no? Well, I thought so. So much so that I bought it for 80% off at Borders. Yay @Closeout Sales!!! Best part is, if I enjoy it, there's a sequel. Jackpot!

Until next time my ink dwellers.

The Short Story Challenge

Yes, fret not readers, I have worked on the 'Duo of Justice' web series script today (okay, okay, fine, I thought about what episode six will contain, but it shouldn't take long to flesh it out tonight). I wanted to take the time to write a post about an idea I have to bring together writers, dreamers, and idea-ers...

The short story challenge!

Oh yes, I went there. The plan is to start off with the first paragraph of an original story. Of what genre, I am not too sure just yet. Then, I will gather together a number of individuals willing to partake in this adventure. One by one, the story will be passed from person to person - of which can write a sentence or a paragraph or a page - so on and so forth until we have come up with a unique (and more than likely off-the-wall) story to show to the world! Who knows, maybe we can submit it to contests and have it published. The possibilities are endless.

So, I guess the first step will be to write said first paragraph. Shouldn't be too hard - I am a writer after all. Then, we create a facebook event and see who we can get to participate. This adventure sounds so enticing, I can barely contain myself...

Alrighty, world, what do you say? Let's put our minds and our pens together to create the ultimate short story.

PRESS RELEASE - Justice Productions Continues to Plan Large and Fundraise for Web Series Project.

MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ - Local independent filmmaking group Justice Productions is feverishly dedicated to ensuring the high production value and success of their new web series, ‘Duo of Justice,’ about a pair of roommates who become superheroes to defend their community from a computer virus gone awry.

As of now, the ten-part script is to be locked by April 17, 2011, when the creative team will meet to finalize any necessary changes. Once that is completed, Justice will be able to begin the pre-production process, which includes preparation of paperwork, scheduling the overall production and organizing the cast and crew.

As Justice awaits the imminent completion of the script, other aspects of the series’ production are in motion. A marketing campaign is underway to garner the attention of the series, the production company, and to fundraise from private investors as a means of startup capital. Justice Productions has set up an account with IndieGoGo, a website that allows independent artists of varying types to promote their project and request a goal amount of funds from private investors, with specific perks given in return for each level of donations. Members of Justice have linked the fundraising utility on their social media feeds – such as Facebook, Twitter, Blogs, etc. – to garner attention from as wide array of investors as possible. Depending on the amount of money an investor is willing to contribute, perks range from a special thanks in the end credits of the series, to business logos and contact information in the credits, to video advertisements before each episode, to executive producer credit.

The funds raised will go towards all production costs, including necessary props and costumes, food, post-production materials and marketing collateral such as business cards and posters.

“We really want this to become the flagship project for Justice Productions,” says Doug Seidel, company founder and star of the web series. “This is the one that will launch us to a new level of production value and viewership. We are doing all we can to ensure that this hope becomes a reality.”

To donate to ‘Duo of Justice,’ please go to www.indiegogo.com/Webseries-of-Justice. For all information on Justice Productions, including their previous work, links to their social media pages, and member biographies, visit www.justice-productions.com.

On my current project...

Just over four months since I've posted anything here. I really need to start getting in the habit of doing so. So, let's talk a bit about what I am working on at the moment.

For those of you who don't know, I work with a team of independent filmmakers here in NJ called Justice Productions (www.justice-productions.com). I've been working with them pretty much just after the moment I stepped off of Rowan University's campus as a student for the last time -- precisely four years ago. The team had been compiled a year before that, the majority of which comprising of Rowan alumn. We've made a considerable number of films together, mostly for competitions such as 48 Hour and Project Twenty1 of Philadelphia. We promote an exceptional team effort, as we all have worked together back in school. Our reputation grew amongst the other indie filmmakers of the area, and have since made friends and working relationships with a lot of the folk down there. That's the short story...

We've been known for our comedic work in varying genres - sci-fi, horror, noir, etc. Personally, I've always felt that we are much more talented filmmakers than what we've shown in previous productions. Our reputation is leaning more on the company itself, as opposed to our products. But, I've played the game, because I love working with this group to death, and we have so much fun on every set. I know in my heart, however, that there is a new era, if you will, of films within us that pushes the boundaries of what people have seen from us; in all areas of filmmaking - screenwriting, camera techniques, performances, editing.

The web is a vibrant medium for independent filmmakers to make a successful name for themselves. I see it every day. And that brings us to today - Justice is making their own entry for web television. It is an adaptation of 'Big Show of Justice', a Rowan Television Network sitcom created by Justice's founders back when they attended school. The show features a pair of roommates who don a cape and mask to become the Green Dawn and Golden Eagle, and thwart villainy on Rowan's campus. It is done in an uber-cheesy, a la 60s Batman TV series. With plans to revamp the series to showcase our professional and creative development as filmmakers in every aspect for an audience that no one in our "community" has achieved before, Justice really needs to up their game on this one.

I am continuously saying that this series is our one, final shot to achieve a status way beyond what we have already accomplished in the five years of our existence. The screenplay was written and, truth be told, I was not all too pleased with it. It needed to be a hell of a lot stronger if we were going to achieve that certain status as filmmakers. I spoke my mind, and have since been offered the chance to rewrite the 1st season.

Which brings us to today (or, rather, really recently). We had a meeting a little over the week ago, discussing my version of the first four episodes. There were some minor critiques, but overall they were pleased. I don't want to reveal too much of the story (not that there are many of you reading this to divulge to). By this Sunday, April the 17th, I plan to complete writing the remaining six episodes. I will say that my episode five is finished, but has not been reviewed yet, and I will continue work on episode six after this post.

There. A very long-winded update on one of my plethora of writing projects. Now, when I do update (which will be AT THE VERY LEAST once a day - I swear to it) I can be a little more specific as to what my ink is up to.

So, that's that. Welcome back, me, to Disaster, Ink. No more 'words of the day'.