The Screenwriter’s Forge
5.0 · 16 reviews
Private
696 members
$7/month
YOU’VE REWRITTEN YOUR ASS OFF.
SO WHY ISN’T YOUR SCRIPT LANDING?
You read books. OD'd on YouTube. Paid for coverage, but got vague notes that left you guessing how to fix your script.
Enough.
I’m screenwriter J. David Stem (Shrek 2, Jimmy Neutron, Disenchanted), and I built The Screenwriter’s Forge to help you stop guessing and start thinking like a professional.
You get:
✅ THE AGENT TEST: Your first 10 pages analyzed for Voice, Character, Premise, World & Breaking Point.
✅ LIVE TABLE READ + COACHING: Hear your pages performed and get live feedback from me and your peers.
✅ CLEAR MARCHING ORDERS: Know what’s working, what isn’t, and how to fix it.
For $7? It’s ridiculous. But you show me you’re willing to put skin in the game. And I show up w 30+ years of expertise and my eyes on your pages.
Plus, 650+ serious writers doing the work w you.
Enough talking. Read the reviews below. Bring your first 10 pages like those folks did. Find out where you stand.
Your script will thank you.
5.0 · 16 reviews
Krystel Biasotti
This is the one! David has an unmatched and proven ability to understand what you’re trying to do with a script and make it stronger without losing your voice - and his delivery actually makes you want to write! The Screenwriter’s Forge goes beyond the writing itself with business sessions, industry guidance, tools, and career advice. The community is positive, welcoming, and supportive. You leave each session with clarity, direction, and friends who genuinely want to see you succeed!
15d ago · Still a paying member after 8 months
Marc Ardizzone
A fantastic network of serious writers at all different phases of their careers. Very supportive, insightful, and inspirational. I finally found my people and if you are serious about writing great screenplays, you will feel the same.
16d ago · Still a paying member after 1 month
Katherynne Martin
I can not say enough about how amazing The Screenwriter’s Forge is. David Stem is building something so special and so collaborative, there is nothing like it. He is “THE REAL DEAL” - check out his work on IMDB if you need the proof, but honestly just have a conversation with him. He is so down to earth and has so much knowledge that he WANTS to share with you. I have very limited writing experience but I’m excited to get the stories out of my head and onto the page with Screenwriter’s Forge!
16d ago · Still a paying member after 8 months
Joshua Ortega
The People are wonderful and want to help you. Being apart of this group has been a wonderful experience and I can’t wait to learn more. The writers forge is amazing and my script has grown because of this. If you love screenwriting, this is a place for you.
17d ago · Still a paying member after 2 months
Chad Desrochers
I'm not a pro yet, but I'm also not a novice, and what I really love about working with David Stem is I get what makes a script pop but equally important what makes your story fizzle out by page 2. I don't want someone to pad the conversation; I want direct feedback that moves me forward, and that's what I get from David, which is priceless. Thank you for the amazing mentorship!
17d ago · Still a paying member after 9 months
The Screenwriter’s Forge
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Get live coaching on YOUR pages from Shrek 2 screenwriter, J. David Stem. $2.5 billion in box office experience inside.
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