Seasoned contest reader Garth Ginsburg delivers his sharp annual take on this year’s submissions. Did anyone dare to follow last year’s advice—and was it a…
Garth GinsburgFebruary 10, 2025
Contest reader Garth is back to tell you what he's learned after reading a ton of horror short scripts and stories for Killer Shorts Season…
Garth GinsburgFebruary 20, 2024
We reveal the top six reasons some scripts don't advance to the quarterfinals. #killershorts
killershortscontestApril 17, 2023
Hello again! My name is Garth, and I’m a reader for the Killer Shorts competition. I read 200 scripts this year, and I’m back to…
Garth GinsburgFebruary 21, 2023
Killer Shorts is excited to bring you this list of 30 Killer contests & festivals that accept horror short screenplays. These are all great options…
David OrtizJuly 5, 2022
Are you an emerging screenwriter and wondering what comes with the territory of launching a screenwriting career? Today we have some tips for you.
JennyKangApril 21, 2022
Do you have a solid writing portfolio and ready to level up your career? Killer Shorts has compiled a list of reputable career consultation services…
Anna BohannanApril 14, 2022
Are you searching for the best way to compile script notes on the go? Thankfully, there are some awesome mobile tools for screenwriters! Killer Shorts…
Devon CanalApril 7, 2022
Ever wonder what goes into a successful horror film? David Ortiz is breaking down a scene from CHILD'S PLAY (1988) for his Killer Shorts series…
David OrtizMarch 17, 2022