"A must for any writer who really wants to kick it into high gear in getting their ideas down onto paper..." - Midwest Book Review

"Marilyn Horowitz, full-time writer, producer and script doctor conceived this step-by-step programme that will genuinely get your first script completed." - GQ ("The Hollywood Issue")

“Marilyn has the uncanny ability to zero in on the subject and make it simple but not simplistic so the student possesses the tools to craft his/her own project. Her style and demeanor never intimidate and always encourages students to think outside the box. Screenwriting can be a cookie-cutter exercise, however Marilyn never lets her students settle for just "good enough." Her mantra “Don't Get It Right - Get It Written” inspires students on every level.”
– Steven Arvanites, NYC Screenwriter

"Marilyn’s presentation, How to Write a Screenplay in Ten Weeks, is a key component of our conference. Her knowledge and experience about the business of screenwriting has helped aspiring and emerging writers take control of their projects. Every year we evaluate how well our workshops are received by our attendees. Each year Marilyn’s workshop is considered the very best. Besides being inspirational and caring, her reputation and continued support of Women in Film & Video has helped us build our conference." - Melissa Houghton, Executive Director, Women In Film & Video (WIFV)

"Marilyn is a wonderful speaker, she creates a comfortable, inviting atmosphere in her workshops and she always reaches far beyond the expectations of the attendees. I would recommend Marilyn Horowitz to anyone who wants to be a better writer and get their project on the right track." - Lamonia Brown, Program Producer, NYWIFT

“As a writing coach, she’s helped me overcome the challenges one faces with a screenplay, from Page 1 to production.”
– Shashi Balooja, Writer/Dirctor, Ariana

"Marilyn did a wonderful job presenting her information. She was a delight and a joy." - Annie Jennings, Leading Publicity Intelligence Expert

"Thank you for generously sharing your expertise and love of film with our aspiring screenwriters. One attendee even, after working 2 years, figured out how to finish her script." - Jane Barbara, WIFV Screenwriter Chair

“Marilyn helped me turn my raw first draft into a marketable screenplay that I ultimately produced starring Vanessa Williams and Eartha Kitt and was sold to Warner Bros.”
– Caytha Jentis, Writer/Producer, And Then Came Love

"Creative, Organized, Efficient and Professional. Every screenplay needs proper structure and Marilyn will make sure you have it. Characters need to be well-rounded and complex, Marilyn will challenge you to dig deeper. She's a nurturer, motivator, but most importantly, if you want to get a professional screenplay finished, Marilyn will make you do it and do it in a reasonable amount of time." - Fay Ann Lee, writer, director and producer, Falling For Grace

“Whether you’re new to screenwriting or have a dozen scripts behind you, Marilyn's method is an inspiration. When I feel trapped in the dark cave of a first draft, Marilyn's book is the candle that leads me out.”
– Adam Nadler, Writer/Director, The Magic Violin & Shoot George

“Marilyn shows you the dramatic and mythic tools every great writer needs. Most importantly, she helps you see yourself, and to write with your own voice. Simply put, with Marilyn your writing is more sound and inspired.”
– David Conway, Writer/Director, The Fire of Yoga

“Marilyn offers amazing insights and tools to keep the writer focused, disciplined and thinking out of the box.”
– Deborah van Eck, Executive Producer, Boynton Beach Club

“Marilyn’s classes always leave me feeling renewed and inspired. She guides each writer toward the discovery of what they truly want to say in their work, and then helps them find the creativity, courage, and skill to say it in the way that will have the most impact. There's nothing more I would want from a teacher.”
– Melinda Metz, Writer, Roswell

“Rather than bringing yet another set of theoretical tools to the table, she leads the student to the living tools already within us.”
– Brad Winters, Writer/Producer, Americantown, Oz & Six Degrees

"It was great to meet you, and very exciting, my mind has been in constant motion since."
– Debbie B., Washington D.C.

"I was blown away with your style and insight and learning technique. You pulled stuff out of me I didn't know was there. In fact, it scared the crap out of me how dead-on your technique was, for me in particular. That session alone was worth the price of admission. It really got my mind and emotions going."
– Bob M.

“I left our session today so exhilarated. I soared on the LIE and couldn’t wait to get home and write. Just a note to thank you so much for the journey, wherever it brings me. However hard, it is by far one of the best ones I've taken.”
– Lauren H., Long Island, NY

“Thank very much for doing this, I know we’ve only known each other for a couple of months and I really appreciate your help.”
– Anna P.

“Thank you Marilyn for such a great class. I've grown so much because of you and for the first time ever, I truly believe that I am a writer.”
– Cathy F., New York, NY

“Thank you so much for taking the time out to meet with me, you are a lovely lady.”
– Othello G., New York, NY

“Just a quick note to say thanks for last night - an enlightening evening.”
– Carolyn C.

“It was a pleasure meeting you and attending your seminars.”
– E. VirGinia J.

“I was impressed by your presentation in the seminars, and I am enjoying the exercises now in the book.”
– Elaine C.

“I am going to order your screenwriter's book for my mother for Christmas. She has started on a script but needs help, as this is something that she has never tried before. Your book is attractive because it does not require her to buy software which can be intimidating to anyone!”
– Hilary J., Minneapolis, MN

“Thank you so much for your help. I’ve been laughing thinking of some of the funny things we thought of.”
– Maria F.

“Thanks again for the class. You presented several interesting tools for the process. Most screenwriting tools are plot oriented but I found your character-focused approach helpful. I used the ‘what happened was, I...’ technique to get me off my outline and prime my creative pump. Now I'm putting words on the page again.”
- Richard B.

"I just wanted to let you know I'm very grateful for your time and advice at PitchFest yesterday. I look forward to applying the wealth of information you managed to cram into your fifteen minutes onstage, including the Four Magic Questions, to my current projects." - Kenn M., Sydney, Australia

"A few weeks ago in class, you gave us an exercise – to recall a time before we could read. My experience of your exercise lead to an incredible insight. I realized that my script, that I thought was a fantasy-drama, was actually autobiographical in nature. Thank you for the insight and thank you for being an incredible teacher." – Nick G.

"Thank you for your workshop at the NYC Screenwriter group. You combining screenwriting knowledge with expressions of encouragement, as well as stories from your own life, is one of the many things that sets you apart from other instructors." - Kevin D., New York, NY

"I wanted to write to you and thank you for the wonderful talk you gave on Saturday at the NY Writers’ Club. I was really moved by your breadth of knowledge about storytelling and I really loved your dynamic perspective. I really appreciate your way of thinking and your way of teaching. With me, you were preaching to the choir. I very rarely get to enjoy events like this one so much because some teachers can be too caught up in the own feelings or issues. I too believe that writers and storytellers are here to help save civilization." – James S.

"It was truly a pleasure meeting you at NYWIFT on Thursday evening. Michael & I thoroughly enjoyed your class. The book & DVDs were great purchases! I am really enjoying how you break it all down! Puts my mind at ease!!! Thanks for helping to grow my seeds of hope!" - Louise S.

"Not only were you packed with invaluable information, resources and knowledge, but your high-energy attitude and contagious enthusiasm surely rubbed off on more than a few of us. I can say for me personally, you jump-started my screenwriting career in more ways than one. You gave me the tools to begin in a very realistic way the difficult task of plowing through all the bunk and cutting to the chase, not only with my own writing, but with the process of making connections." – Ava S.

"It was great to hear your advice and encouragement at the NYWIFT seminar on Monday night. It's clear you love what you do." - Cheryl H.

"I want to say how much I appreciated your seminar last week. It was informative and very hands on which made it very practical for me." - Judith B.

"Just wanted to thank you again. Your method has totally given my story a back bone. And some balls." - Andrew O., New York, NY

"I just wanted to tell you this strange thing that happened to me. I was in london yesterday trying to get to the coach station to get back to Bath. I went to the wrong coach place and I went into the office to inquire where my coach leaves from. Low and behold the women in the office was this amazing polish woman I spent some time with in India 10 years ago. Bizarre because I was thinking about her with regards to the story. She is a important character in my story as she was such a positive influence. Now I can get so much info from her!!! I can't believe the chain of events that led me to meet you and discover that this story is exactly what needs to be written right now. I also got home and opened a letter, it had a cheque inside for £1600, no note and I cannot fathom why this has come or from who. It's just the right time. I am very clear that this story is very important and I am going to focus on it with all my might. I thank God I met you. Many thanks for your support Marilyn." - Lizzie A.