Author: Bill Spencer
Grocery Store Math
(This piece is dedicated to Irish mathlete Bill Y Ledden.) The math “skills” of American students are, by international standards and in technical terms, what is known as “in the toilet”—causing parents and teachers alike […]
Angel Goes to Walmart (and says goodbye to HumorOutcasts)
“Cissy Aiken has a lot to learn; her guardian angel has even more.” These scenes from the spec script “Angel Pays a Visit” are based on the poem “Angel Goes to Walmart” by Carolyn Elkins. […]
Angel Mows the Lawn
Cissy Aiken wants answers—and when her guardian angel shows up, she doesn’t get any. This scene from the spec script “Angel Pays a Visit” is based on the poem “Angel Mows the Lawn” by Carolyn […]
Angel in the Way (from “Angel Pays a Visit”)
“When Angel pays a visit, it’s clear he’s just winging it.” This spec script is based on the poetry books of Carolyn Elkins. INT. CISSY’S HO– USE – KITCHEN – MORNING Cissy comes into […]
Angel’s First Morning (from “Angel Pays a Visit”)
“Along with the miracles comes a little mayhem.” This spec script is based on the poetry books of Carolyn Elkins. Previously: After Cissy, in despair, called out to the universe for help, Angel appeared in […]
Angel’s Arrival (from “Angel Pays a Visit”)
“When Angel pays a visit, the comedy is divine.” “Angel Pays a Visit” is a spec script for a feature-length film based on the poetry books of Carolyn Elkins. Previously: Kindergarten teacher and poet Cissy […]
Marketing Your Screenplay
(This piece was previously posted to The Short Humour Site.) After I retired from teaching college English, I wrote a screenplay and realized a dream. When I tried to market the screenplay, I realized a […]