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Here are some testimonials from a wide variety of
sources, from recommendations on LinkedIn to a noted film director,
the U.S. government, literary agents, book writers, and film industry
professionals, who have used our services for writing, PR, and making
connections in the film, publishing, and other industries.
LinkedIn Recommendations
“I have used several of Gini's books to provide me with ideas for running
my business better. Gini is a very creative and a prolific writer. She can
work with you to publish you own book as well.”
September 6, 2011
Jain
L. Williams, State Farm Insurance Agent
“Gini Graham Scott is amazingly, magnificently prolific as a
writer and producer. I have enjoyed her videos and her wide variety
of books. If you are having trouble coalescing your thoughts for the
page, or writing anything for that matter, for book or video, Gini
can help”
August 31, 2011
Alisa
Rose Seidlitz,
Principal, Ambiance Eco
“Gini Graham Scott is great! She helped me in writing a proposal and
rewriting some chapters on my book: Secrets of a Top Salesperson She also consulted
with me on how to make the best of my trip to the Book Expo, where I was seeking
to sell my book and find an agent, and advised me on what to look for in selecting
an agent. I recommend her highly.
Paula Pagano, #1 Top Selling Bay Area Real Estate Agent
Author of
Secrets of a Top Salesperson
San Francisco , California”
August 23, 2011
“Gini did a great job of helping to concisely present
and very complex and new technology to a general public audience. I
certainly look forward to working with Gini again.”
August 23, 2011
Vic
Kley,
CSO, Attoscopy Inc.
Featured Guest on The Very Next New Thing
hosted by Gini Graham Scott
“Gini is an inspiration with her energy and passion. She is the most
prolific writer I know providing value with every page she produces. I am in
awe of the depth and breadth of her knowledge and ever-expanding creativity.
If you don't know Gini yet, you don't know what you're missing.”
August 22, 2011
Hana
Levin,
Massage Therapist & Founder, Melt Massage
Provided a massage table used in a
series of Massage Wash Videos
“Gini is a consummate and prolific writer/producer. I'm amazed at the
energy Gini exemplifies and brings to her projects. Gini is always ahead of
deadlines, problems and is never short of information and creativity.”
August 21, 2011
Shamil
Erfanian,
Executive producer, Digital Era Productions LLC
Co-Producer on a Film, Assistant Organizer of the Film and TV Connection
“Gini Graham Scott organized and ran the most effective and fun networking
event I have ever been to. The EBWIB event at Holy Names College was very structured
and engaging. If your organization is looking to put on a mixer or networking
event look no further!
August 20, 2011
Chadwick Spell
Account Executive for Comcast
“Gini is a tenacious producer with great follow through
and a strong ability to see projects to the end. She's also good at
networking and organizing events as well as an accomplished writer
with a good sense of humor to boot. She has an excellent knowledge
of public relations”
October 13, 2009
Paul
Hardister,
Independent Filmmaker, El Cine Productions
Co-Producer and Promoter for Meet and
Greet
TV Film Project
“I have worked with Gini Graham Scott for webcasts and teleconferences.
I recommend her ebooks and books in her library collection for anyone
to read.”
September 15, 2009
Carmela
Chiaramonte,
PR Professional
“Gini is truly the renaissance woman! She can write effectively
about any subject! She writes books and hosts radio shows! I have been
involved with many of her projects for over ten years as her banker
and am constantly impressed with her dedication and the quality of
her work. I would highly recommend Gini for your next project!”
September 12, 2009
Dale
Marie Golden
VP, Torrey Pines Bank
“Gini is a great writer, very imaginative. She also takes
constructive notes well and is easy going when it comes to her work.
I'm hoping to work with her in the upcoming productions. She takes
her work seriously but is able to separate herself from it as well. I
have also attended several of Gini's events and she makes them all
fun, interesting, very worthwhile and informative. Way to go Gini!!””
September 12, 2009
Soraya
Andrade.,
Producer, "Missing Child" film
“Gini has been a client of mine for some time. There are a few
things I love about working with Gini--she is very committed to what she does,
and it shows in the work she produces. I have been to a few of the meet ups
that she organized, and they were fantastic. Her abilities to organize events
and groups very well complements her abilities to write. Again, we are doing
business with each other, and I would recommend anybody else prospecting doing
business with Gini to go for it 100%.”
September 12, 2009
Yan
Huang,
President & Business Consultant, ONE V8, LLC
“I have referred several of my author clients to Gini for help with pitching
their book manuscripts to literary agents and publishers. My clients have received
excellent feedback. One has published as a result and another is in negotiation
for contract with a publisher on Gini's list. I have always received a prompt
and courteous reply when contacting Gini personally. She has a lot of knowledge
in her field and I highly recommend her.”
June 1, 2009
Yvonne
Perry
Book Consultant
“When I think of people who would exemplify the word "networking" or
the phrase "building relationships", I think of Gini Graham
Scott. Gini and I have worked on several projects promoting her work
through social media as an author and lecturer. What I learn most from
Gini is that some of the best students are the best teachers and Gini
excels at being both. She wants to learn and is open to sharing her
knowledge as well. She is an effective communicator and business builder
and an individual we can learn a lot from.”
February 1, 2010
Ray
Schiel,
Social Media Instruction / Consultant, The Global Social Media
Network
Noted Film Director
"Thank you very much for your help in sending out my query letter to your
database of film producers and agents for my proposed co-production with a
U.S. producer for my new film project: JOURNEY TO THE WEST, about a Chinese
monk who comes to Brooklyn, New York. As a result of your query, I received
interest from a producer at Warner Brothers and am working out arrangements
with a major L.A. producer. I find your service a helpful way to bring
together the film industry in China, Hong Kong, and other countries with the
West, and I hope to use your service again for future projects."
Lee Lik Chee
Director of
Shaolin Soccer, Legend of the Dragon
, and over 20 films
Hong Kong/China
(For additional details, see my profile
and filmography)
U.S.
Government Agencies
"We were delighted at our success of using your service to set up meetings
for a delegation of senior executives in the animation entertainment
industry from Hong Kong seeking introductions to U.S. companies
involved in films and toys and games, as well as financing. The response
exceeded our expectations. We directed people to respond to our Website
and had over 100 responses. We set up over 200 one-on-one meetings,
and even had a waiting list for our reception and breakfast. Both the Hong
Kong delegates and U.S. companies were very happy with the high quality
of the participants on both sides. I also appreciate your help in
writing the letters for our mailing. You were able to highlight
what was important to both sides, and it made it so much
easier for me to have your knowledgeable, expert assistance. Thank
you again for all your help."
Maura Kim
Senior International Trade Specialist
U.S. Commercial Service
U.S. Department of Commerce
Los Angeles, CA
"Thanks so much for your help in drafting a letter and sending it out
on behalf of a delegation of senior executives from the Hong Kong film industry
coming to Southern California. In our effort to outreach to the film
industry to seek appropriate U.S. firms to meet with the delegates for production
and distribution opportunities as well as obtain financing from venture capitalists
and private investors for their companies, a partnership with your firm and
your resources was invaluable! We received over 100 enthusiastic responses
from our query, and had the challenging pleasure of sorting through the many
interested parties to prioritize and set up meetings for the executives. Thank
you again for a professional job well done."
Kristin Houston
International Trade Specialist
U.S. Commercial Service
Newport Beach, CA
www.buyusa.gov/newportbeach
Literary Agents
"Our literary agency had a number of novels we wanted to adapt for TV
or film. Through this service, within a day we received two dozen responses
from interested producers. This method reached the right Hollywood people
in a cost effective and efficient manner. We plan on using it again"
Mike Valentino, AAR Member
Cambridge Literary
Newburyport, Massachusetts
Composer of Film Scores
"Thanks a lot of for the 'hit' which came from your first mailshot. The
U.S. movie I did the score for,
The List
, is now almost ready to be sold and is looking good. It's a
full-length romantic comedy by Marcus Folmar, directed by Brandon Sonnier
and starring Wayne Brady, Brad Dourif, Syndney Tamiia Poitier, Flex
Alexander, Illeana Douglas and Matthew Glave. It's about an ad
executive who gets jilted when he proposes to his girlfriend on a live
TV show. So he makes a list of all the things that make up his
perfect woman."
Adrian Williams
England
www.adrianwilliamsmusic.com/film.html
Screenplay Writers, TV Show Developers,
and Writers Selling Film Rights to Books
"Wow, it is truly amazing how fast people request. In two days alone,
four requests came in for a copy of the book for which we are selling film
rights for a political/medical thriller. Even those not interested responded
quickly and were very nice."
Judy and Gil Snider
Authors of
Brain Warp
Virginia Beach, Virginia
"Gini provides an invaluable link for writers to the difficult corporate
worlds of publishing and movie production. Editors, agents, and movie producers
take her communications seriously, and respond lightning-fast. Whether a first-time
novelist, an aspiring screenwriter or a seasoned journalist, biographer, or
fiction warhorse, everyone receives immediate entry to and response from
the publishing and production jungle. I highly recommend her service."
Barry Willis
New York, New York
"This is definitely a GREAT SUCCESS story not only for me but also for
the Victims...You have an amazing service and if you ever need a spokesperson
then be sure to keep me in mind....I wanted to thank you for the services you
provided in your submission service. I was amazed at the responses that
I received for my TV reality show and how quick they started after I received
confirmation that the submissions had taken placed. I have signed an
agreement with a production company in Burbank, California and we are scheduled
to start the production of a pilot show in February 2007. It was obvious
that you have a passion to help others and I say this with a lot of confidence
and credit this from my personal experience with you and the time you took
to personally respond to my questions. I am excited about my show and
it will certainly be one of the most positive shows on TV with a defined purpose. I
know that in the very near future this show will be the leading tool to bring
changes by creating public awareness in our communities. Thanks
again."
Greg Dillon
Creator of
THE OFFENDERS
Soddy Daisy, Tennessee
www.theoffenders.org
"I just wanted you to know that I ended up signing a six month agreement
to represent
the film rights for my historical novel
Copper Star
."
Suzanne Woods Fisher
Alamo, California
www.suzannewoodsfisher.com
"I had great responses for my equery to film producers, prodcos, and agents.. I
ended up sending out my graphic novel to about 12 places."
Kathy Gold
Mission Hills, California
www.centaurgirl.com
"Dear Gini: first of all WOW! THANKS SO MUCH. It's already getting
results...I am thrilled. And here's a quote you can use: 'Writer's
write, Gini PROMOTES. Let her help you and keep your feet on the ground because if you have an unique idea
,
Gini is
THE WAY to
get you noticed above the fray:
I will use her for all of my projects!'"
Barbara Bitela
Author of
Full Moon Morning: A Shanghai Survivor Story
Roseville, California
www.full-moon-morning.com
"We have been getting tons of contacts from our equery to producers and
agents for the film rights to the screenplay by Renee Michelle Moore
based on my published book
Loving Joe Gallucci.
Thanks."
Kate Genovese
Woburn, Massachusetts
www.kategenovese.com
"Good news already. Got a call today from a major production
company. The producer said that he received the letter and wanted to
see the entire script, that it looked interesting and that he liked controversial
subjects like the script. I hope this is a good omen. And thanks
so much for your revisions of my letter. It sounds great. I am
very pleased. Thanks so much."
Rick Wadsworth
Clayton, California
"I personally appreciate all the prior recommendations for writing my
letter....I also received many contacts, including many e-mails and
a phone call, with some success and interest."
George Bajszar
Author of
Alien Story
Highland Ranch, Colorado
"I think the initial responses are encouraging for my proposed TV game
show, including responses from some major film companies and studios...Thanks
for everything."
Ken Beckrich
Elbert, Colorado
"Thanks for all your help in co-writing and pitching my script
The Senate."
James Gichine
Raleigh, North Carolina
"Just wanted to give you a quick update...We got a lot of good feedback
and, so far, four agencies have requested to see more of our work. Obviously,
we're very excited and wanted to thank you with all your help through
the process...Thanks again."
Ken Nadzak
Creator of
Meet the Martins,
TV Series
Orlando, Florida
"Gini, I've had about 10 people ask for a copy of my book
to consider for film rights...and I'm a bit overwhelmed by the positive
response so far -- I asked that it would be a while before anyone even
responded...Thanks for all your help...BTW, my husband works in advertising
-- he says I've gotten a better response rate than most direct mail
pieces! :)
Tisha Green
Author of
The Christmas Socks,
a Christmas tale for children
Jackson, Mississippi
"Wow, that was quick for just a few hours! So far I have replies
for ICM, William Morris, and a few other notables. I am so excited! This
is the best response I've received in three years of making unsuccessful query
attempts!...I've incorporated some of your suggested into my query...Thank
you so much for your guidance in creating a successful query! Thanks
Gini!"
Lauren C. Freeman
Author of
The Dove
Oakland, California
"Working with Gini Graham Scott has been excellent. She's organized,
responsive, and extremely efficient. I received 22 positive responses;
7 wanted to get the script right away, and 15 were very interested in the idea. Also,
every time I called with questions, she was there and answered them. That
meant a lot to me as a newcomer to this industry."
Peggy Horn
Author of
Minute Waltz
Lafayette, California
"I used your blast for a TV pilot script, and got a couple of phone calls
and around 15 positive responses from the query. Thank you. The
overall results are actually a little better than I expected."
William Tree
Author of
Hotel Vertigo
, a gangster drama series
Los Angeles, California
"Thanks, Gini. Am overwhelmed with the response for my TV comedy
series."
Elizabeth Fein
Author of
77 Halsey Street
Brooklyn, New York
"The response has been fantastic! I have gotten 13 requests for
the script, include an agent at one of the largest agencies. One producer
said this has Oscar written all over it...Your service is the best! I
will keep you informed as to the progress. Thanks again."
Wayne Josephson
Author of
American Jury
Edina, Minnesota
"I've already had one phone call and 3 follow-up e-mails asking for more
information for my reality TV show proposal -- in the first hour! I'm
looking forward to getting this project done, and can't thank you enough
for the jump start."
Michael A. Kelly
President, Card Promotions
www.uspokerseries.com
"I have gotten at least 7 requests for my script. So I sing the
praises of your service. :-)
Serena Lowe
Author of
Monster Mash
Fayetteville, Georgia
"Just a note to say thanks. So far, I've received sixteen requests
for my screenplay,
Francey
. All I've wanted was to be able to get my stuff read by people
who could make things happen, and you've provided that vehicle for
me. Additionally, your help with my synopsis was invaluable."
Martin Dubow
Tujunga, California
"I'm pretty overwhelmed, with over 70 replies to my query...and eleven
flat-out requests for the script
Sitting Pretty.
"
Mark Ellis
Portland, Oregon
www.markellisdumbartonghosts.com
"Ten requests for the script in 24 hours. This is a great service!"
Bill Johnson
Author of
Unintended Consequences
Portland, Oregon
www.storyispromise.com
"Wow, Gini, I'm inundated. Over a hundred e-mail responses. I'm
still sorting through them, but so far four script requests and two direct
phone calls for more info. Thanks so much...And thanks for the
superb suggestions/corrections for my query letter."
Jonathan M. Schwartz
Author of
Harold's Revenge
Ocala, Florida
"The new way for writers to contact film producers and agents is e-mailing
-- cheap, efficient, and right to the point. Gini's service does exactly
that at a fair price, and I was swamped with replies in the first day! She
knows what you need to send, and has a huge list of agents and producers. I
am still digging out and sending out copies of two of my screenplays to interested
agents and producers. Keep up the good work, Gini!
Jeff Buckingham
Author of
Born to Heal, I, II, and III
and
Frederick and Emily, I and II
Vallejo, California
"I'm pretty overwhelmed with over 70 replies to my query, including eleven
flat-out requests for the script."
Mark Ellis
Author of
Sitting Pretty
Portland, Oregon
www.markellisdumbartonghosts.com
"I've had some amazing feedback and a heap of interest in my inspirational
TV show, which is awesome...I've had responses from someone wanting to present
it to Warner Brothers and CBS. Thanks for everything so far."
Lisa Reid
Queensland, Australia
"I'm delighted and am systematically plowing through it all...THANK YOU! This
is great! I have never ever experienced such support and ease in presenting
my work to the world. Gini is a consumate professional. The responses
are immediate. Literally! This a true gift to artists with
clear intentions to be well presented and published."
Debbie Robins
Los Angeles Film Producer/Life and
Career Coach
Los Angeles, California
www.debbierobins.com
"I have to be honest, I did not know what to expect with your service,
but it sounded more personable than other options out there. It only
took a few hours to start receiving responses for my script THE BEST MAN. I
have already had over twenty requests to read my script and most are from very
accomplished producers. I just want to thank you for your help
and wonderful service."
Alec Whittle
Seattle, Washington
"As soon as the emails went out, I began getting inquiries from Hollywood
agents, producers, talent agencies, literary agents in New York and
independent producers in Canada and Boston. The feedback was very positive
and all done in Internet time. No deals yet, but something is already
cooking -- in just one day!"
Dan Bloom
Creator of Bubbie and Zadie characters
for Hollywood movie
Chiaya, Taiwan
"I have received over 150 responses to my e-query to film producers and
agents about developing a film from a book for which I own the film
rights
:
SHOVELING SMOKE
,
and 15 have requested treatments and copies of the book. Thank
you for all your good help."
Morris Dolmatch
Saratoga, California
"I have used your service a total of four times now, and each time have
been stunned by the wonderful results. I have referred this service to
hundreds of friends and fellow professionals and all have rave reviews. Recently
I used Gini's SCREENWRITERS SERVICE to announce the availability of film rights
to my newest book FLYING BY THE SEAT OF MY PANTS: FLIGHT ATTENDANT ADVENTURES
ON A WING AND A PRAYER. (WaterBrook Press, Random House - May 2005) As
usual, this service delivered more than it promised. I was stunned by
the number of producers and feature film companies asking for the treatment
and showing interest in the acquisition of rights to the book. Thank
you Gini, for providing a much needed service that takes the sting out of rejection. With
your service, only those interested reply. And there is no face to face "go
take a hike" or "wasted time". I love this!"
Marsha Marks
Author of IF I IGNORE IT,
IT WILL GO AWAY: AND OTHER LIES I THOUGHT
WERE TRUE, (May
2004) and FLYING BY THE SEAT OF MY PANTS:
FLIGHT ATTENDANT
ADVENTURES ON A WING AND A PRAYER
(May 2005)
www.marshamarks.com
"Because of your service I have signed with an agent for my script ARMADA
about the great Spanish naval expedition which set sail from Lisbon in 1588
to conquer London and Queen Elizabeth...In addition, a production company is
interested in developing a documentary about this story. I can't
thank you enough."
Marilyn Piscitelli
Palm Desert, California
"Thanks with your help on my query to film agents and managers for THE
MONTANA PROJECT...I have had replies from 29 agents and I have sent
out eight scripts."
Lloyd Benson
Idaho Falls, Idaho
"I just wanted to let you know that I have a very favorable response to
your mailing! I even received an offer to purchase my script
for
The Psychic Cafe,
and the e-mails are still coming in. Several producers want a
script sent to them....I think you're great!"
Phyllis Esposito
Staten Island, New York
"The response has been good, with the responses still coming in. I
was really impressed with the quality of the names on your e-mailing list. Your
input in preparing the query letter was helpful as well."
Brian Hill
Fountain Hills, AZ
"Your service has absolutely exceeded all of my expectations. With
your help, I've received requests for my screenplay from no less than thirty
agents and producers, some as far away as London. I don't
know how I ever could have gotten to some of these individuals if I
had to go about it on my own. Thank you so much."
Steve Miller
Los Angeles, California
"I approached Gini with a concept I had for a new reality based
show. In a short time, Gini helped me put together a marketing
letter that resulted in a wonderful response. Now I have a host
of agents and production companies looking to see more, including PBS. Thanks
again, Gini."
Larry LaRochelle
Dracut, Massachusetts
"I wanted to thank you for your easy to use and helpful query
service. I'm still talking to two production companies that wanted
to see a rewrite, which I've now finished. And I'm still awaiting
responses on the first read from five more. The best thing about
your service was its ease of use and the ability to reach a lot of
people at one time. I received a total of about 25 responses
from people wanting a copy of the script."
Amir Epstein
Oakland, California
"I received 6 or 7 positive reactions so far and a few that asked
me to send other pitches. So I feel this has definitely been
worth while and would like to try another query for another script
in the near future. I appreciate your efforts and see that there
are a lot of companies that are new to me."
Gwendolyn Hulet
Minneapolis, Minnesota
"Thanks so much and thanks for all your follow-ups for my horror/thriller
Alabaster,
which was sent to both producers and agents and to the e-mails
only list. Overall, I've gotten some pretty good buzz on the script. Overall,
probably about 25 requests to see the script, with another 15 pending
review of the synopsis. Not bad."
Derek Hill
Pleasanton, California
"I am impressed by your service for my
Y-Chromosome
script. I had expected that your organization merely would
distribute all incoming ideas to potential buyers, but you genuinely
do give advice, and I have taken your advice to heart...I received
a lot of positive response, and about 9 persons want to receive the
script."
Jacob Heilijgers
Jakarta, Indonesia
"I'm pleased with the results. Some of the companies I
got from your efforts look like a great match for my screenplay, and
I never would have found them on my own. Thanks for all your
help."
Jan Graham
Oakland, California
"Thanks a lot for polishing up my query letter. All of
your changes look perfect and the subject line you suggested reads
well...I have received a lot of response...and I got a few interesting
proposals. Thank you for your help, Gini...Thanks a million."
Ivan Efremov
Moscow, Russia
"I got a great response for both my screenplay about a revenge-seeking
cop
Road to Redemption
and my suspense novel
Perfect Partners.
I got dozens of responses from film industry pros, agents, and editors
seeking to see my material, and my projects are now under consideration
by about a dozen producers and production companies and a dozen
book editors and agents As a Canadian writer, these e-mail queries
have really helped me connect with film professionals and major
publishers and agents. Thanks again."
Dale Mayer
Author of
Perfect Partners
and
Road to Redemption
Squamish, British Columbia, Canada
"In just a few days, I got interest from a half-dozen producers and production
companies in my first script,
3rd
, a psychological drama about a young archaeologist. It's based on
discovering that feelings of deja vu or a past life are actually passed
on from one’s ancestors because of a “memory gene” that
encodes past memories of an ancestor. One L.A. producer was especially
excited, since she had often thought about this kind of theory, especially
since no film has yet come out on the topic."
Capt. John Wiebe
Kansas City Area, Kansas
Professionals in the Film Industry
"This is an effective conduit for writers to locate producers,
production companies, managers, agents and consultants. In fact, through
our Literary Service, Gini Graham Scott discovered our production company
to package her film. As her producer, we now have investor interest
finance her screenplay "BRAIN SWAP."
Stephan Gray
Gray Fox Films,LLC
Beverly Hills, California
www.beverlyhillslit.com
Musicians and Songwriters
"Many thanks to you...As a result of my query to producers about
using my music in their films, I got several excellent contacts, and
as we speak, I am about to begin a film score for a romantic comedy
with big stars for a company who needed a composer VERY FAST. So
I'm delighted, with many thanks."
Julian Anderson
New York, New York
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