Heavenly Delights
Or, Why I Turned the Paid Subscriptions Option On
It’s been 6 months since I started INSPIRED and so I decided last week it was time to take it to the next level. The fact that this announcement coincided with this week’s events was not intentional, but I wonder if part of me feared what was coming and knew I needed to up my game.
So, I’m now officially offering a paid subscription option to INSPIRED.
First, nothing will change for the free subscription. I’m not going to suddenly paywall things or not let you read stuff because… well… that defeats the point of why I’m here. I WANT you to read what I put here.
However, I want to do even more things (the previously mentioned podcast that has yet to appear being one of those things, it’s coming, I swear) and having paid subscribers will help me do that.
So, here’s my pitch on how I want to make a paid subscription worth it.
My Pitch
Now, more than ever, we need to be inspired. To be reminded of the good in the world. Of the people and things and experiences that make this all worth it. Of art and ideas and things that make us feel alive.
I can’t promise you that I can deliver all of that, but I’m sure going to try.
I mean, I’ve already shared with you:
And there’s so much more to come!
Free subscribers will still get all of this awesomeness.
BUT, for paid subscribers… THAT’S NOT ALL. YOU’LL ALSO GET:
The Swag
a ‘welcome’ snail mailed postcard with a secret message just for you!
postcard postage, retail value: $0.56
postcard, retail value: $0.17
secret message, retail value: $137
an additional weekly post filled with a collection of things that have inspired me lately
email full of links, retail value: $0
cost of my time for me to find those links, retail value: $356.78
The Bernstein Bears Alternate Timeline Theory
(I SWEAR TO GOD THIS IS A REAL THING, I’M CONVINCED)
a monthly INSPIRED inspired crossword puzzle (or word search)
crossword puzzle (without ads!), retail value: $0.25
delight in knowing all the answers, retail value: $5,400
to play an interactive version of the puzzle go here
access to a monthly book/film/music club where we talk about stuff we like on zoom while sipping our beverages of choice, retail value: my self esteem because I’m afraid no one will show up
my undying appreciation
a ray of sun warming your cold heart, retail value: PRICELESS
TOTAL RETAIL VALUE: A GAJILLION DOLLARS!
Talk about a deal.
And, wait! That’s not all!
Sign up now and the first 10 paid subscribers will get:
a surprise bonus gift!
????????, (no retail value on this because I don’t know what it is yet but it’s definitely NOT leftover Halloween candy because I already ate it all. Something fun and exciting though!)
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? ACT NOW WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!
(Yes, this is an email newsletter, it’s not like we’ll run out of copies, I don’t have to run to the store for more printer’s ink or anything, but come on! It’s a vibe! Get in the spirit!!!)
That said, I know that this is, in a lot of ways, the worst time for someone to add an expense, however small to their life.
I totally get it (believe me) if this is not something you can really do right now. For those people, another way to get a paid subscription? Getting other people to read INSPIRED.
How to participate
1. Share INSPIRED. When you use the referral link below, or the “Share” button on any post, you'll get credit for any new subscribers. Simply send the link in a text, email, or share it on social media with friends.
2. Earn benefits. When more friends use your referral link to subscribe (free or paid), you’ll receive special benefits.
Get a 1 month comp for 3 referrals
Get a 3 month comp for 5 referrals
Get a 6 month comp for 25 referrals
Okay, with that out of the way, in other news… a new class! Coming hot off teaching my 9 Week Rewriting Your Script course for Sundance Collab in February, I will be teaching something very near and dear to my heart…
On Saturday 02/08/25:
Finding Your Voice as a Screenwriter
Live Seminar via Zoom, 10 AM - 12 PM PST
Hosted by Writing Workshops
With the advent of AI, having your own unique voice as a screenwriter has never been more crucial. In this seminar you will learn how to be “you" on the page and have your writing stand out in a sea of other submitted scripts.
We will focus on what kinds of stories best represent you, how to zero in on ideas that will showcase your individuality, and how to approach developing those ideas into something that has the ability to truly connect to others on a deeper level.
SEMINAR TAKEAWAYS:
You will learn what kinds of stories suit you best.
You will learn how to express your authentic self in telling these stories.
You will leave with tools that will help you find your voice and style.
You will leave with an idea for a script that is primed to be the perfect vehicle to showcase your voice.
SEMINAR TOPICS:
Ease and Flow - learning the process of free-writing in order to access something deeper than surface-level ideas.
Tone and Genre - examining what kinds of stories resonate most with you and discovering which are the best fit for showcasing your voice.
Ideation - guiding you through a tiered brainstorming process to help you zero in on ideas that you are truly passionate about.
Character - learning how to mine your own personal experiences to create authentic character arcs filled with meaning.
Style - learning all of the stylistic tools available to you that you can use to express yourself (scene description, punctuation, pacing, dialogue, etc.).
Space is limited! Register now HERE!