Screenplay to Novel Project

Screenplay to Novel in 2 Months or Less

  • 55,000 Words.
  • 55 Days.
  • $5,500 Dollars.

You’ve got a great screenplay.

Putting your awesome story in front of audiences means getting your screenplay optioned, finding talent and resources, raising a budget that matches the vision, getting through production and post-production, performing well in festivals, finding a distributor, then finally getting a theatrical release or going straight to streaming.

That’s years and years of dedication and resources from dozens or hundreds of people.

In the meantime? Nobody’s experiencing your amazing story.

Don’t Wait On Production

Turning your screenplay into a novel is a much more direct path to sharing your story. Plus, it can help prove the commercial value of your concept.

But writing novels is a completely different skill set from screenwriting. There are entirely unique narrative requirements; more internal dialogues to consider; opportunities to switch up POV; and more.

If you’ve got the skills for narrative prose, I highly recommend novelizing your screenplay.

But if you’re busy, or prose writing isn’t in your wheelhouse, I can help.

Who This Is For

Seeing your story on the screen may be your ultimate and only goal. And that’s awesome — I wish you all the luck in the world.

But if you’ve been shopping your screenplay without any bites and you’re tired of the story living in the dark;

If you think having a novel will enhance the value of your screenplay and help find a producer;

Or if you think maybe the story will benefit from the extra depth and texture a novel can provide;

Then novelizing your screenplay might just be the ticket you’ve been looking for.

How It Works

You provide your completed feature screenplay – up to 100 pages, formatted to industry standards.

  1. I’ll read the screenplay and note any observations and thoughts I need to clarify.
  2. Then we’ll discuss it together to ensure I understand your themes and story goals… We’ll make decisions together about any changes or additions necessary to make the translation from script to novel work.
  3. I’ll write chapter one for you to review for tone, voice, and structure.
  4. And from there we’re off to the races!
  • No surprises.
  • No extra fees.
  • No unending timelines.
  • No AI.
Ready to Talk? No Obligation.

Why Me?

In college, I majored in creative writing.

I understand screenwriting: I’ve sold one screenplay, and optioned two more; consulted on more than a dozen screenplays for producers, writers, and game developers.

My articles on screenwriting and storytelling have been cited or published by Script Magazine, the BlueCat Newsletter, IndieWire, JohnAugust.com, Bleeding Cool, ScriptTips, Scriptchat, Wikipedia, Script Outline, and No Film School. Learn more here…

I’ve done it already: I’ve written six novels, three of them from existing screenplays. Learn more here…

Genre Specialties

I’ve worked on YA and MG coming-of-age, fantasy, and sci-fi projects, as well as adult thriller, sci-fi, romcom, and horror projects. I’m NOT the guy for women’s romance, romantasy, litRPG, epic fantasy, or erotica.

Get your novel from script to page in two months or less.

Reach out and let’s chat. You can tell me more about your project, I can provide some sample excerpts from previous projects, and we can decide if it’s a fit for us to work together.

Let’s Get Your Story On The Page

Resources

Read how one small screenplay scene became a whole chapter in the novel.

Testimonials

“We’ve worked with a LOT of writers over the years, but this has been hands down one of the best experiences we’ve ever had. Massively over-delivered on the final manuscript. Extreme communication at every step of the way… He took a “so-so” story idea and really made it shine. Highly recommended if you need a stellar creative writer to fine-tune your story, idea, or manuscript!”
— TC, Author, Screenwriter – Sci-fi Thriller Novel from Screenplay

“I’m very excited […] Thanks again for everything.”
— WB, Author, Screenwriter – Academy Fantasy Novel from Screenplay

“Excellent work and a pleasure to work with!”
— Hunan Juvenile and Children’s Publishing House – Multiple MG and YA Sci-fi and Fantasy titles

“William understood the short assignment and provided useful and balanced insight and analysis that will help me to improve the piece. I very much appreciate his professionalism and communication, and would recommend him to anyone.”
— RK, Author – Literary Novella

“Chip graciously provided me with detailed feedback on my ambitious science fiction space opera that is in its early stages. I have a long road ahead and the draft is extremely rough, but he not only took the time to read through all 70k+ words and make notes along the way, he also included a summary page with loads of comments and questions, which is exactly what I was looking for. He is a genuine professional. You’ll be in good hands if you choose him to help with your project.”
— JM, Author – Epic Sci-fi

“Chip Street is a wonderful and inventive writer. He knows how to create unique stories and keep them moving in a way that captivates the reader.”
— John Rainey, Author: “You Talkin’ to Me? How to Write Great Dialogue” and “Screenwriting Style That Sizzles: A Primer For Polishing“

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