Bestselling authors William Bernhardt and Rene Gutteridge discuss the latest news from the book world, offer writing tips, and interview Bob Saenz, award-winning screenplay author.

Introduction
FIVE DAYS TILL WRITERCON! But it's not too late for you to join us and over 60 authors, editors, agents, publishers, and PR experts in more than 70 breakout sessions and keynotes. Everything you need to succeed int he modern writing world, all in one location. Come to Oklahoma City on September 2-5, or watch the sessions after the conference online. www.writercon.com

News
1) The Congressional investigation into a proposed Big Five merger reveals new details about "glam clauses" and the threat posed to traditional publishing by self-publishing.
2) Subscription models soon may replace bookstores, according to some.
3) Podium Audio acquires Bookstat, looking for more accurate sales data.

Interview
During the interview, Bob Saenz discusses:
1) how to break into the tv/movie world;
2) how to create a marketable screenplay;
3) tricks for making characters work onscreen;
4) the importance of persistence, and
5) why Bob loves WriterCon.

Parting Words
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William Bernhardt
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