Pen sincerely wants to help his readers find their artistic voice, offering inspiring perspectives on overcoming the challenges of a working writer, from self-doubt to creating stories to pitching to finding an agent. The book Includes short essays from top Hollywood screenwriters, including Shane Block, Nia Vardalos, Eric Roth, Laeta Kalogridis, Ron Shelton, Robin Swicord, and Tony Peckhom.<BR><BR>"Pen's advice is something I wish I'd had when starting out. His words on the creative process are inspiring and useful; his insight into the business is essential."---Paul Hoggis, Academy Award -winning writer/producer/director <BR><BR>If you're thinking about writing a screenplay, do yourself a favor and hop on Pen Densham's Alligator. The ride's enlightening."---Jeff Bridges, Academy Award "-winning actor<BR><BR>"Pen provides the essential tools of the trade and leaves more than sufficient room for individual creativity. An invaluable resource that is certain to become a must for all new screenwriters."---Robert Mandel, Dean, AFI Conservatory