{"id":158,"date":"2019-07-11T10:38:46","date_gmt":"2019-07-11T17:38:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/hesterschellcreative.com\/?page_id=158"},"modified":"2026-02-19T15:06:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T23:06:34","slug":"writer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hesterschellcreative.com\/?page_id=158","title":{"rendered":"Hester Schell. AUTHOR."},"content":{"rendered":"
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CASTING REVEALED: A GUIDE FOR FILM DIRECTORS <\/a>by Hester Schell
1st Edition, Michael Wiese Productions, Los Angeles, 2011
2nd Edition, Routledge Press, London, 2016
Available at Amazon<\/a>
2nd edition Available through Routledge Press, London<\/a>

\u201cCommendable\u2026A very enjoyable read.\u201d
Carolyn Pickman<\/em>, CP Casting, Boston

\u201cFinding the right performers\u2026 is no easy task\u2026 but thanks to Casting Revealed, it just got  a bit easier.\u201d
Chad Gervich<\/em>, Producer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AMAZON REVIEWS<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis book reminded me of how much the Academy needs to award an Oscar\u00ae for casting directors. Because casting is an art form, and Hester\u2019s book is the best I\u2019ve read<\/strong> on demystifying the process\u201d. Jon James Miller,<\/em> producer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u201c …even old pro’s will find this valuable.\u201d
Steve Michelson<\/em>, producer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BACKSTAGE REVIEW:
In her (new 20211) book “Casting Revealed: A Guide for Film Directors”<\/a><\/strong>(published by Michael Wiese Productions<\/a>)<\/em>, author Hester Schell<\/a> explores the intricacies and importance of the casting process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The book’s primary goal is to help filmmakers navigate the casting waters, including tips and step-by-step instructions for handling union paperwork, announcing auditions, running casting sessions, contacting agents, and finding the best actors. However, actors and aspiring casting directors should find plenty of insights here as well, since the book promises “insider know-how” that will shed light on the entire casting process.
MORE:
Backstage Review. Click Click.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BOOKS: CONTRIBUTING WRITER

NOW WRITE! Screen Writing Exercises by Today\u2019s<\/a> Best Screenwriters, Teachers and Consultants<\/a>  Tarcher\/Penguin Books

HOW TO BE A WORKING ACTOR<\/a>, 5th Edition Watson\/Guptill<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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OPTIONED SCREENWRITER<\/a>, produced screenwriter, produced playwright<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Under Contract, or “in development”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BOOK TO SCRIPT ADAPTATION: Limited Series
SAFARI FOR THE SOUL by Jan Boal<\/a>

LOG: In answering her call, a woman’s quest through her global travels studying endangered animals, she experiences the ultimate connection of self trust and faith in Universal signs.

SYNOPSIS: A woman’s quest takes her across the globe on an inspirational adventure that most only dare to dream about. In answering her call, Jan believes the Universe provides signs and guidance in following her path. She embarks on a spiritual and environmental journey, studying endangered animals: jaguars in the remote areas of Brazil, dolphins in the Mediterranean Sea around Greece, and black rhinos in the bush-covered plains of Kenya, and she treks through the Impenetrable Forest of Uganda to observe the silver back gorillas. Through heartbreaking and, at times, perilous expeditions, Jan utilizes these Universal signs like a navigational tool, enhancing her inner strength and intuition, and leading her to a remarkable showdown that results in her initiation as a Maasai Warrior. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jan Boal, RN is devoted to holistic care options for physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health. She is certified as a Diplomat of Earth Stewardship and Spiritual Healer by the International Assembly of Spiritual Healers and Earth Stewards Congregation (SHE). Jan is also an Ordained Minister. Jan Boal<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Book to Screenplay:<\/strong> COMPLETED – <\/strong>2020
IN DEVELOPMENT (Investors, get in touch NOW!)
TRUE STORY, BIOGRAPHY

A MATTER OF TIME <\/strong>by Don Kirschner

Story by David Wisnievitz (Training Day, Marvin’s Room, Searching for Bobby Fisher)
Screenplay by Hester Schell

LOG LINE: <\/strong>He searched for freedom in the skies, he found it in a prison cell.
SYNOPSIS: <\/strong>
A Matter Of Time is a true story of an American Dream gone wrong\u2026a nightmare of one man\u2019s journey through hell as he descends from all-around good guy, decorated military pilot, father and entrepreneur into the depths of despair in the brutal federal prison system. In order to survive, he must find the courage and self-respect to overcome terror and adversity. When all seems lost and hopeless, he finds purpose and meaning in his life by helping others.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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COMPLETED – <\/strong>2021
Biography\/Journal to narrative memoir
AMATY IN SPRING <\/strong>by Tom Brim
From Journal notes and logs to a manuscript in preparation for publishing.
SYNOPSIS: An ambitious young teacher spends a year in hell teaching at the university in Kasakhistan. For he and his wife to survive the school year they must learn the local customs: corruption, bribery and extortion All in a day’s work. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

PUBLISHED: Articles                  <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

SCRIPT MAG: Contributing Writer
Script Formatting: A bit of history<\/a>

Casting and Acting Magic:
Table Read your Screenplay, Hold the Acting<\/a>

CASTING AND ACTING MAGIC:
Master Class with Director Catherine Hardwicke<\/a>

CASTING & ACTING MAGIC: How\u2019s Your Logline Working? VP Shares Insights<\/a>

OTHER FILM & MEDIA MAGAZINES AND BLOGS
Movie Maker Magazine:  Going Green On-Set<\/a>
CineSource Magazine: Casting in Pilot Season<\/a>         
CineSource Magazine: Making Casting Work for You<\/a>
Burbank: The Writers’ Store: Scripting for Celebrity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PRODUCED SCRIPTS <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

COMPLETED<\/strong> Short Films: (writer\/producer\/director)<\/strong>

CLIMATE CHANGE: CAPE LOOKOUT Short, Experimental\/Environmental
– Official Selection: Ocean Fest, Lincoln City, Oregon. July 2022
– Winner: Feed Back Festival, 2023 Best Editing, Best Sound

SANDWICHED by Hester Schell\u00a0\u00a0 Social Change film for festivals.
– WINNER: Best Shorts Competition, December 2017.
– WINNER: Audience Award, Portland Underground Film Festival

Ju$T UNDER A MILLION by Hester Schell Festival Short.
– Official Selection: Beverly Hills HD Festival, World Premier:

BLANKETS FOR AFGHANISTAN by Hester Schell.
– Distribution: Free Speech TV

PRODUCED THEATRE: Original<\/strong> One Act Plays\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
A CUP OF COFFEE by Hester Schell
New England Russian Theatre Festival, 2010, Boston, MA. World Premiere.

IN A MOMENT’S NOTICE by Hester Schell
Summer Theatre Festival, Notre Dame de Namur University, 2007. Belmont, CA.
World Premiere.

PRODUCED WEB SERIES<\/strong>
–Adventures in Staying Young<\/a> Aging and comedy for health and well-being. Distribution: Comic Zoo\/Roku.
BAIT & SWITCH: TV News Satire, Segment Producer\/Writer
2013-2015.

COMMERCIAL, PRODUCT LAUNCH\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong> \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
STUDIO 3, Portland, Oregon \u00a0 Concept to storyboards
ANKEE Lightbulb Video. <\/a>
Click on VIDEO in the far left column at the Amazon link. 2016.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AVAILABLE SCRIPTS
CLICK HERE FOR MORE<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

FEATURES<\/strong>
INVISIBLE<\/a> (co-write) by Gabriell Debear Paye & Hester Schell
STATUS<\/a> AVAILABLE. In Development. Seeking Investors
Semi-Finalist<\/strong><\/em>, Women Who Write In Film Competition, 2019
Quarter Finalist<\/em>:<\/strong> Portland Screenplay Awards, 2021
Recommend: <\/strong><\/em>Extreme Screenwriting, FIX MY SCREENPLAY
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DROP-IN SQUAD:<\/a>
STATUS: AVAILABLE. Seeking Investors
RED LIST: Coverfly, Family Features January 2025
Pitch Now Features Competition: Quarter Finals, January 2025

TRAGIC FLAW <\/a>
STATUS: AVAILABLE
“Recommend” Extreme Screenwriting
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COLONY COLLAPSE
STATUS: AVAILABLE
Quarter-Finalist<\/strong><\/em>, Screen Craft TV pilot competition.
FINAL PASSAGE\u00a0 Faith Based\/environmental
THE DARK ROOM\u00a0\u00a0 Revenge Thriller
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TV & WEB SERIES: <\/strong>
STATUS: AVAILABLE
LET\u2019S TAKE A WALK\u2026. Environmental Education\/ Children, Series
SEVEN GENERATIONS: Colony Collapse Environmental, Family Drama

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