Writing for film and television. Does your writing have what it takes? Writer and producer Brian Bird shares what he looks for in a screenplay.Linda Goldfarb welcomes Brian Bird - Brian is co-creator and executive producer of the top-rated Hallmark Channel series WHEN CALLS THE HEART, now prepping its ninth season -- and he’s the executive producer of the family drama, MYSTIC, now in its second season of production.  He has written and/or produced two dozen films, including THE HEART OF MAN, THE CASE FOR CHRIST, CAPTIVE, NOT EASILY BROKEN, THE ULTIMATE LIFE, and BOPHA! Along with nearly 350 episodes of television, including TOUCHED BY AN ANGEL, STEP BY STEP, and EVENING SHADE. He is currently developing five new films, NORTHERN LIGHTS, LIFE AFTER HEAVEN, The STORY OF EVERYTHING, THE DREAM KING, and THE MONARCH. His most important production to date is his 40-year marriage to his wife Patty and their five children.  Welcome, Brian Bird to Your Best Writing Life.1 -What must-haves does a Film or TV producer look for that moves a manuscript from the slush pile to the “Let’s take a look at this” pile? 2 -What are the key factors you look for in a screenplay that differs from a book?  3 -How does a book get turned into a film project? 4 -What 3 tips would you give to writers aspiring to write for film or TV? 5 - Is it more difficult to write for television and film, or to produce a show?LINKSBrian Bird on FacebookWhen God Calls the Heart Devotional PDFBrian Bird on TwitterBrian Bird on Instagram July Writing Tips and Soul Care for Writers PDF DownloadVisit our website Your Best Writing Life PodcastJoin fellow writers on our Facebook page, Your Best Writing LifeVisit the website of our host, Linda Goldfarb