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[DestroyAll]

So, at conventions (like the upcoming megacon for example) are there places for writers to submit samples or get feedback from people in the industry?

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[theory9]

I've been to the Chicago Con three years in a row, and its tough to do a "cold/blind submission" (where you just walk up to someone and hand them a script). It isn't visual, so the editor in question would have to sit down and read it--there's no immediacy. The other problem is that there are lots of out-of-work writers already--why take a chance on someone unknown, unpublished and so on?

My suggestion is to send submissions to editors, and see what response you get. Perhaps send a few scripts before meeting them at a convention. Then, they'll at least have an idea of who you are. I've been doing this with someone at Dark Horse for a while, with mixed results. The advice is invaluable, if you're willing to listen.

So to answer your question: No, don't bring scripts. Talk to editors, ask if you can send them scripts.

[DestroyAll]

Thanks man, very helpful info.

[Vendetta]

The best advantage to show editors your portfolio at a con is the ability to immediately get feedback on the work... but that only works for art. Editors have to actually read your scripts to give feedback and at a con, that just isn't feasable. But talking to them is a good idea, always. You can pump them for info :D