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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Congratulations to IWC Member Staton Rabin on the shopping agreement for her feature script, Saving Mark Twain, with Producers Robert Deege and Leyla Kader Dahm! EXCELSIOR! #WeAreTheIWC

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Phoenix Black @phoenixblack.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Thank you! Love the support!

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Gabe Berry @gabeberrywriter.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Thanks so much to @theiwclist.bsky.social for all the love and support!

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

So many IWC members made The Grey List 2026 & we're thrilled to celebrate these talented writers on the rise! 🎉 Rudi O'Meara Mage Lanz Phoenix Black Leah Simmons Nicole Jones-Dion Gabe Berry Lynn Esta-Goldman Rich Orstad Heather Ragsdale Merridith Allen Stacey Russell #WeAreTheIWC #TheGreyList 1/4

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Rudi O'Meara @rudiomeara.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Very nice little gift in the (e)mail this afternoon from my pals @theiwclist.bsky.social. You guys are a class act! Thx so much...

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Lynn Esta Goldman @lynnestagoldman.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

And thanks again to @theiwclist.bsky.social for their recognition!!!

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

The Independent Writers' Caucus is proud to announce our Board Members' (Nitza Wilon and Elizabeth Kaiden) Open Call for scripts! If you are female (or female identifying) and over 40, The Writers Lab is a tremendous platform for amplifying voices. Apply at the link below! scrybe.to/competitions...

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The Writers Lab International | Scrybe

TWL International is a 3-day, in-person, Lab Intensive focusing on script and career development for selected women and nonbinary screenwriters 40+. In 2026 TWL will offer TWO Lab Intensives in the US...

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Leah from South Dakota @leahfromsd.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Check out this amazing list of talented writers and their projects 🥰 #WeAreTheIWC #Scriptsky #Filmsky

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Lisa Lutes @lisalueylutes.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Congratulations to all you amazing writers but especially to @staceycrussell.bsky.social because I've read this script and it deserves all the accolades!

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Nicole Jones-Dion @praxiscope.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Congrats to all of the amazing writers at #WeAreTheIWC who were selected this year! I'm honored that APEX PATH made the cut. 🥰

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

🗣️ The Independent Writers' Caucus BEST OF 2026 list is live on our website! 🥇 The best pilot scripts 📺 and feature screenplays 🎬 from our talented members! #WeAreTheIWC 1/2

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Stacey Russell (she/they) @staceycrussell.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

So surprised and humbled to have THE OPEN AIR chosen by my peers as a top read for 2026! This script means so much to me and I’m genuinely so thrilled at how it’s still resonating with so many. Thanks to the @theiwclist.bsky.social for the honor! #WeAreTheIWC #scriptsky

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Rudi O'Meara @rudiomeara.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Beyond honored to see THE 10TH land on this year's Independent Writers' Caucus Best Of List: www.iwclist.com/bestof Thank you so very much @theiwclist.bsky.social for the hard work y'all do to surface the work of indie writers looking to bring previously untold stories to the fore.

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

🎉 Please help us welcome these amazing new IWC members! EXCELSIOR! ☕ @brianfitzwrites.bsky.social Edward Excaliber jasonryancoffey.bsky.social @katzap.bsky.social Marcus Stricklin @micheledagle.bsky.social @nzaidi.bsky.social Give them a follow! ✍️✨ #WeAreTheIWC #Diversity #RepresentationMatters

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Congratulations to IWC member, Nelson Downend @nelsondownend.bsky.social who has been named one of ISA's TOP 25 SCREENWRITERS TO WATCH in 2026! ✍️ We are so happy he is being recognized by @networkisa.bsky.social! 🎉 More about Nelson: www.iwclist.com/team/nelson-... EXCELSIOR! ☕ #WeAreTheIWC #ISA

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Congratulations to Jen Bosworth-Ramirez on her acceptance into the WGA East! 🎉✨ EXCELSIOR! ☕ We are WRITERS ON THE RISE. Read more about our amazing, accomplished members and peruse their projects: www.iwclist.com/team #WeAreTheIWC

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Congratulations to Wendy Jane Cohen @wendyjanecohen.bsky.social on her acceptance into WGA West! 🎉✨ EXCELSIOR! ☕ We are WRITERS ON THE RISE. Read more about our amazing, accomplished members and peruse their projects: www.iwclist.com/team #WeAreTheIWC

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

🎉 Please help us welcome the first new IWC members of 2026!!! 👏👏👏 EXCELSIOR! ☕️ Jon Baskin Jennifer Dunn @jenniferdunn.bsky.social Sarah Granger @sarahgranger.com Leon Masters Nick Perlman @nickperlman.bsky.social Emilie Svensson Danielle Tjoelker @dtjoelker.bsky.social #WeAreTheIWC

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Elise Salomon @elisesalomon.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Oh, hey. It's only #FemaleFilmmakerFriday and I get to shout out TWO of my friends!!!! 🎉 🤩 🎬 Both Merridith Allen and @lindsaynellstidham.bsky.social are on the TOP LISTS @theblcklst.bsky.social 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 They are also both members of the @theiwclist.bsky.social and Stowe Story Labs alumni. ☕

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Elise Salomon @elisesalomon.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

CONGRATULATIONS, @joeytainment.bsky.social!!! Pow! is so so so so good. 🥹 For anyone who hasn't seen it, yet: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOTu...

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

CONGRATULATIONS to @joeytainment.bsky.social 🎉 whose animated comedic short film, Pow! continues to rake in awards and is now qualified for the Oscars in the best animated short category! 🤩 #WeAreTheIWC Read more about Pow! nativeviewpoint.com/emmy-nominat... Watch Pow! youtu.be/dOTuVqdwu8Y?...

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Guess what? It's time to WELCOME SOME NEW MEMBERS!!!! #WeAreTheIWC Give them some love and follow them! 🥰 EXCELSIOR! ☕️ @wadewofford.bsky.social @magelanz.bsky.social Justin Douglas @statonrabin.bsky.social 1/2

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Shauna Ray Ratapu @shauna-ratapu.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Thank you, @theiwclist.bsky.social for inducting me as a member! I’m incredibly honored, grateful and excited to be part of this community 🥳 #scriptsky

Gold Laurels that read: Independent Writers’ Caucus proudly welcomes Shauna Ray Ratapu to its 2025 Membership Induction

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Ash Lazer @ashlazer.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

Here’s your full showcase link, featuring 30 of the hottest new horror scripts of 2025— But first, peep the sneak preview thread below👇🏻 #scriptsky VIEW: www.officialstuntlist.com/deadlist-2025

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Gabe Berry @gabeberrywriter.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

Super excited and grateful that VITAL is one of only three feature screenplays to make the finals in the Slamdance Screenplay Competition. Thanks! @theiwclist.bsky.social slamdance.com/2025-screenp...

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2025 SCREENPLAY WINNERS – Slamdance

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

The IWC proudly celebrates members with projects in the Script Competition at this year’s @austinfilmfest.bsky.social Writer's Conference. 🎉 Read more: www.austinfilmfestival.com/blog/2025-semifinalists-second-rounders #WeAreTheIWC #AFF2025 #AFF32 #AFF #AustinFilmFest #AFFWritersConference

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Ash Lazer @ashlazer.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

#scriptsky radness x @theiwclist.bsky.social ⚡️👇🏻⚡️

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Elise Salomon @elisesalomon.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

A sophisticated siesta style snack w these two sassy sisters. 👯‍♀️💚✨ @theiwclist.bsky.social #WeAreTheIWC #IWCCommunity #StoweStoryLabs #WomenWrite #WomenDirect #FemaleFilmmakers #RepresentationMatters #Diversity #Equity

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Congratulations to IWC members Ellen Ancui @writewithleft.bsky.social, Rebekah Mueller Asay @rebekahmueller.bsky.social, and Richard Dane Scott for making the 2025 Stunt List! ✨ Read more 👇 www.officialstuntlist.com/stuntlist-2025 #WeAreTheIWC #IWCCommunity #StuntList @ashlazer.bsky.social

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Los Angeles peeps 2 screenings @writewithleft.bsky.social short film, SAVERIO! ROCK THE SHORTS FILM FEST 9/1 @ 2:30p (Block 2) LOOK DINE-IN CINEMA 128 Artsakh Ave, Glendale,CA 91206 SILICON BEACH FILM FEST 9/5 @ 7:30p (Block F) TCL CHINESE THEATERS Theater 3 6925 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood,CA 90028

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Short Story or Short Film, either way you will kill it.

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Great article on the power of subtext in screenwriting. Thanks @isabeldrean.bsky.social and Heidi Hornbacher. open.substack.com/pub/thehubst...

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The Power of Subtext

What is not said in The Order and Woman of the Hour

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Another great showcase. Congrats to everyone!

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

Huge congrats to IWC member Bettina Lopez Her short film Más Allá (“Beyond”) won Best U.S. Latino Live Action Short Film at LALIFF last month, making it Academy Award eligible!! @theacademyusa.bsky.social www.iwclist.com/team/bettina...

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Bettina Lopez Mendoza | IWC List

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Congrats to IWC member Amy Haeusser. Her short Sorry For Your Loss will premiere at LA Shorts International on July 17th at 10p at Regal Cinemas LA LIVE. LA Folks get your tickets for the premiere. Tickets go on sale July 8th - www.lashortsfest.com?utm_campaign...

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Congrats to IWC member Ellen Ancui @writewithleft.bsky.social for making IWC’s Best Of ’25 list with The Solicitor. Great things are happening in ’25 #WeAreTheIWC #scriptsky #ScreenPit www.iwclist.com/bestoflist www.iwclist.com/team/ellen-a...

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Ellen Ancui | IWC List

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Congrats to IWC member Gina DeAngelis @ginadewriter.bsky.social for making IWC’s Best Of ’25 list with The Knocking At The Marsh. Great things are happening in ’25 #WeAreTheIWC #scriptsky #ScreenPit www.iwclist.com/bestoflist www.iwclist.com/team/gina-de...

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Gina DeAngelis | IWC List

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Congrats to IWC Saiya Floyd for making IWC’s Best Of ’25 list with The Devil’s Brood. Great things are happening in ’25 #WeAreTheIWC #scriptsky #ScreenPit www.iwclist.com/bestoflist www.iwclist.com/team/saiya-f...

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Saiya Floyd | IWC List

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Independent Writers' Caucus @theiwclist.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Congrats to IWC member Sarah Fisher for making IWC’s Best Of ’25 list with The Death Of Robin Hood. Great things are happening in ’25 #WeAreTheIWC #scriptsky #ScreenPit www.iwclist.com/bestoflist www.iwclist.com/team/sarah-f...

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Sarah Fischer | IWC List

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