Send us Fan MailEvery writer, whether penning a memoir or crafting a screenplay, seeks that elusive “voice”—the authentic expression of who they are and the stories only they can tell. On this episode of Authors Who Lead, screenwriter and coach Brooks Elms shared an illuminating process for tapping into this unique creative DNA by simply starting with a list of your favorite films.What unfolded in our conversation was more than a coaching exercise; it was an exploration of how those stories we love most hold a mirror to our deepest values, anxieties, and dreams. If you’re looking for a practical yet profound way to connect with your storytelling core, these lessons are for you.Timestamp:00:00 Journey from teaching to writing04:27 Discussing Our Favorite Films07:16 Feeling invisible growing up11:51 Discussing the impact of The Matrix15:23 Discussing the Lord of the Rings adaptation16:42 Starting out in Hollywood21:52 Writing from personal experience23:32 Discussing creative decision-making28:30 Evaluating screenplay effectiveness31:56 The power of subtle storytelling33:43 Tips for aspiring screenwriters36:21 Writing a story in one sentenceFull show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your book🤫 Secret Podcast: Born to Write, Scared to Start⭐ You're Allowed to Write This BookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage

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