Work Life Balance

Reflections on balancing writing with work, family life, and the demands of building a sustainable career

Writing Career

Jun 10, 2026

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4 min read

A screenwriter's guide to overcoming hesitation, building connections, applying for opportunities, and creating momentum in your career.

Helen Tompson

Writing Career

May 7, 2026

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5 min read

What the WFTV Kay Mellor Screenwriters’ Lab taught me about resilience, access, opportunity, and the business of writing.

Helen Tompson

Writing Career

May 6, 2026

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2 min read

Time, energy, and the reality of building a writing career alongside everything else.

Helen Tompson

Writing Career

Apr 22, 2026

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2 min read

Why 'The Business of Writing' | Building a screenwriting career means treating it like a business, while protecting the life around it.

Helen Tompson