Screenwriting
Classes and Consultations
Candace Kearns Read has been helping writers with their screenplays for many years, and is a highly regarded story analyst. She is known for her encouraging and constructive criticism, and an ability to help writers make their screenplays fulfill their greatest potential. She offers individual consultations for autobiographical screenwriters and anyone writing material based on real life. Contact Candace to arrange an individualized plan for your project.
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"Candace Kearns Read is my #1 literary asset. Having mentors like the writer of the Deer Hunter, (Quinn Redecker, who wrote my last movie) and A-listers who serve as feedback readers, I confidently admit I rely on Candace more than my friends with major credits. Having worked at the highest agency level and being a very talented writer herself, Candace is the most talented script analyst I've come across after having over a hundred submissions from major studios and agencies. I recently employed Candace on every draft of my 2 new projects, and know that she will forever more be seeing every draft of anything I write before I even think of submitting a screenplay to anyone. The greatest piece of advice I'd give any aspiring or working screenwriter is to GET NOTES from a top agency reader, and fix all the issues that have common resonance, because then you have prepared your material professionally and can even show proof to an agent that he or she should move on your work. My 1st choice for script development is Candace."
"Dear Candace, Thank you so much for your help. - Your fifteen plus pages of detailed notes were really supportive and very insightful. Your suggestions were invaluable and made big difference. After making the changes you suggested, I went on to place as a finalist in five different screenwriting contests!"
"Candace, Thanks so much for the extremely helpful notes, questions and insights into my script, KNOW CHANCE. I really appreciate that the clarity and precision of your comments. You always include questions or suggestions or both to improve the scene on the micro level and to improve the plot on the macro level. You are also a great teacher in the way that that you so clearly communicate what works and what doesn't work in a direct yet empathetic tone. I feel confident, in both scripts, to move forward, and now have a wonderful road map how to do it."
"With this being my first screenplay, I was overwhelmed at the prospect of writing something good, or even satisfactory. I've learned more from you than I ever did from any class, book, or "expert" I ever looked to for help. Your criticism is constructive, encouraging and enlightening without patronizing or placating. I would never dream of my writing future screenplays without your expert eye. I am forever in your debt for helping me grow as a screenwriter. "
"Hi Candace, I just wanted to share this with you because you really helped me back when I was starting to write scripts. I got an e-mail a couple of days ago from a manager... he wants to sign me as a client...The e-mail with the contract just arrived. I wanted to thank you for all your help...you made a big difference and taught me a lot. You might remember this was my childhood dream, and largely because of you I managed to find the right path to get where I am...and, Heart of Souls was just named a semi-finalist in the Page Awards!"
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Online Courses
Read will also be offering online classes beginning Fall 2010.Click here to sign up for the mailing list and receive updates on these classes and other news and events.
From a few of Candace's Clients:
"As the personal manager of Anthony Hopkins and Faye Dunaway, I was introduced to Candace's talents when she was with International Creative Management... I always welcomed Candace's coverage. Her story sense, grasp of the writer's intention, and special gift for seeing elements, which, if developed, could carry the material to greater heights, was often stunning. I liked her knack of finding something to compliment in the thinnest material. Her criticisms were clear. In her candor, she was always constructive. When Anthony Hopkins moved to CAA we brought her into the fold to help us evaluate projects submitted to us through CAA. She worked closely with Sir Anthony in preparing notes on two feature films, which were ultimately produced. She also produced brilliant coverage on two unpublished novels."- Bob Palmer
Bob Palmer Public Relations
"Candace Kearns Read is my #1 literary asset. Having mentors like the writer of the Deer Hunter, (Quinn Redecker, who wrote my last movie) and A-listers who serve as feedback readers, I confidently admit I rely on Candace more than my friends with major credits. Having worked at the highest agency level and being a very talented writer herself, Candace is the most talented script analyst I've come across after having over a hundred submissions from major studios and agencies. I recently employed Candace on every draft of my 2 new projects, and know that she will forever more be seeing every draft of anything I write before I even think of submitting a screenplay to anyone. The greatest piece of advice I'd give any aspiring or working screenwriter is to GET NOTES from a top agency reader, and fix all the issues that have common resonance, because then you have prepared your material professionally and can even show proof to an agent that he or she should move on your work. My 1st choice for script development is Candace."
- Bret Carr
Writer/Actor/Director/Producer
"Dear Candace, Thank you so much for your help. - Your fifteen plus pages of detailed notes were really supportive and very insightful. Your suggestions were invaluable and made big difference. After making the changes you suggested, I went on to place as a finalist in five different screenwriting contests!"
Thanks again,
Tom Mitchell
"Candace, Thanks so much for the extremely helpful notes, questions and insights into my script, KNOW CHANCE. I really appreciate that the clarity and precision of your comments. You always include questions or suggestions or both to improve the scene on the micro level and to improve the plot on the macro level. You are also a great teacher in the way that that you so clearly communicate what works and what doesn't work in a direct yet empathetic tone. I feel confident, in both scripts, to move forward, and now have a wonderful road map how to do it."
My gratitude,
James Cohen
"With this being my first screenplay, I was overwhelmed at the prospect of writing something good, or even satisfactory. I've learned more from you than I ever did from any class, book, or "expert" I ever looked to for help. Your criticism is constructive, encouraging and enlightening without patronizing or placating. I would never dream of my writing future screenplays without your expert eye. I am forever in your debt for helping me grow as a screenwriter. "
With warmest regards and wishes,
Chris Guarnieri
"Hi Candace, I just wanted to share this with you because you really helped me back when I was starting to write scripts. I got an e-mail a couple of days ago from a manager... he wants to sign me as a client...The e-mail with the contract just arrived. I wanted to thank you for all your help...you made a big difference and taught me a lot. You might remember this was my childhood dream, and largely because of you I managed to find the right path to get where I am...and, Heart of Souls was just named a semi-finalist in the Page Awards!"
Best,
Kingston Medland