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“Tawnya gives excellent notes to others on their creative process. She clearly understands the craft of writing. Her writing and her ability to connect with others will take her very far in the entertainment business.”

Tawnya is a dream to work with. She is a very talented writer! I believe her creative process will take her very far in this business. Her writing is poetic, lyrical and shows depth and complexity. She is every bit as strong on the page as she is in the room. She gives excellent notes to others on their creative process. She clearly understands the craft of writing. Her writing and her ability to connect with others will take her very far in the entertainment business. I highly recommend Tawnya.  – Jen Grisanti, Story/Career Consultant Jen Grisanti Consultancy Inc., Writing Instructor with NBC for Writers on the Verge, author of the book Story Line: Finding Gold In Your Life Story, blogger for The Huffington Post

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“She helped me hone my original vision for a one-hour pilot effectively and efficiently by fine tuning the plot to bring in a boat-load more emotion and heart to the characters – thus elevating my story big time.”

The secret’s out… I have known Tawnya for the past five years and she is a consummate pro. Her superb television writing skills plus story know-how are beyond superlative. She helped me hone my original vision for a one-hour pilot effectively and efficiently by fine tuning the plot to bring in a boat-load more emotion and heart to the characters – thus elevating my story big time. In what can often times be a lengthy and frustrating process creating original work, her patience and guidance made the process fun and exciting. She can do the same for you. –Michael Perri,  producer and creator of hit web series, “Citizen Kate” and “Weed Shop”, 2012 Young and Hungry List “Nexxus” pilot, Repped by The Arlook Group, NLMC/NHMC (The National Hispanic Media Coalition Writers Program Fellow 2012

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“I had high hopes walking into Tawnya’s Script Anatomy Televisionary Workshop. My expectations were blown out of the water.”

I had high hopes walking into Tawnya’s Script Anatomy Televisionary Workshop. My expectations were blown out of the water. Tawnya’s class was constructive, supportive and insightful. She isn’t afraid to give you the notes you need to hear. Even better, she supports you with the right tools to squeeze out the talent. I’m truly amazed at how much my writing was elevated after going through her workshop. And when looking around at the other writers she mentors, I’m impressed to see that I’m not the only one. If you’ve got the talent, Tawnya can foster it and bring it to the next level. I seriously can’t express how great she is. I’m so glad I walked into that Script Anatomy workshop and feel so privileged to have Tawnya on my side, helping me through the world of TV writing. – Daireen Galeano, 2012/2013 NLMC/NHMC TV Writing Program Fellow,  2013 Scriptapalooza One Hour Drama Spec Winner (both with The Walking Dead spec she wrote in my class)

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“Tawnya’s a killer teacher who just knows what she’s talking about”

“For me, Tawnya’s class really reinforces what deep down, I already knew: Develop the hell out of your idea. Because if you start writing before the story and the characters are totally ready to go, you’ll have rewrites up the ass. Tawnya’s a killer teacher who just knows what she’s talking about. She’ll break down what you think you know about television and pick it apart. Then she’ll let you put it all together because ultimately, it’s your dumb ass that’ll turn yourself into a better writer. Tawnya’s class gives you plenty of tools to make that happen.” – Michael Levin, repped by Kaplan / Perrone, semifinalist in the drama screenplay competition at the Austin Film Festival, working a How I Met Your Mother  semifinalist in the drama screenplay competition at the Austin Film Festival

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“She strikes the perfect balance between supportive and honest, always offering nuts-and-bolts solutions along with her insightful feedback.”

There are a lot of different screenwriting theories out there.  Tawnya’s well-rounded background as both a screenwriter and writing instructor allows her to pick the most useful bits from the most successful approaches and put them to work making a good script great.  Her dry sense of humor makes her a natural for comedy, but she’s just as comfortable with an action setpiece or a character drama.  And her experience in front of the camera gives her first-hand knowledge about how to write pages that engage actors.  She’s strikes the perfect balance between supportive and honest, always offering nuts-and-bolts solutions along with her insightful feedback.   — Kevin Lee Miller, screenwriter with an optioned feature at Sony, Grand Prize Winner Final Draft Big Break Competition; 2-Time Winner, Worldfest-Houston Int’l Film Festival

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“Tawnya is extremely knowledgeable and supportive and I recommend her to anyone seeking a teacher.”

What sets Tawnya apart from other teachers I’ve had is her unmatched enthusiasm for the art and craft of writing. She has a deep understanding of what makes stories work, and is great at communicating that to her students. Her class was always warm and open, but also very focused. People were encouraged to speak up, but if things got off topic, she would get everyone focused on writing again. Tawnya is extremely knowledgeable and supportive and I recommend her to anyone seeking a teacher. – Kiyong Kim, 2010-2011 Nickelodeon Writing Fellowship recipient

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“Tawnya was the best screenwriting instructor I could have asked for.”

Tawnya was the best screenwriting instructor I could have asked for. I am certainly a better writer  for having had her as my teacher and am very lucky to have her continued support. She has a wonderful ability to get to the heart of storytelling with clear insight and determined precision. She has a no-nonsense style with a nurturing heart. I endorse her teaching one hundred percent.    – Wendy B., Screen & TV Writer

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“Tawnya Bhattacharya is like a screenwriting personal trainer.”

Everyone has an idea. But to turn that idea into a 100-page screenplay takes dedication, discipline and hours of work. Tawnya Bhattacharya is like a screenwriting personal trainer. She’ll help you to whip that underdeveloped 98-pound weakling of an idea into a full-blown feature-length commercial screenplay. You’ll love the results.

The Televisionary Writers Workshop was the best writing workshop I’ve ever done … and I’ve done a lot. Like a mama bird, Tawnya breaks down the Herculean task of writing a television spec or pilot into easily digestible chunks (sorry, that was gross…. but the metaphor still holds… even if it’s disgusting.) With the concepts and tools you will learn from Tawnya, you can finally turn that nebulous TV idea into a solid draft that will get you meetings in Hollywood (just don’t use “digestible chunk” metaphors… especially if it’s a lunch meeting… because it won’t go well.)  – Tim Grant, Feature Writer.  UTA repped Optioned Screenwriter & Blogger @ Post-Mortem Depression

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“Oh, and her notes are priceless!  A more caring and talented instructor you will not find.”

I’ve completed two Televisionary Writers Workshops and would recommend it (and I have) to writers of all levels because the structure of each session allows everyone to develop their script at their own pace. Tawnya’s instruction addresses the writing pitfalls that all writers face — an advantage she has, being a writer herself — and she will get you writing from the word go with effective tools and assignments that break down every aspect of story and character. Oh, and her notes are priceless!  A more caring and talented instructor you will not find.  – Gloria Hernandez, TV Writer

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“As a rule, nobody should care more about your script than you do, but Tawnya frequently breaks this rule; whatever passion you bring to your script is guaranteed to be exceeded by her notes, ideas, and suggestions.”

Tawnya Bhattacharya’s Televisionary Writer’s Workshop is the place to go if you’re ready to write like a professional. The pace is fast, the expectations are high, the deadlines are real, yet the guidance you’ll receive throughout the roller coaster ride is unparalleled. As a rule, nobody should care more about your script than you do, but Tawnya frequently breaks this rule; whatever passion you bring to your script is guaranteed to be exceeded by her notes, ideas, and suggestions. This course supplies a safe, constructive, yet thoroughly challenging launch pad for any writer who’s looking to grow…and start a career.   — Jason Romaine, TV Writer

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“…her innate gift for teaching, make her class stand out in the overly saturated arena of TV writing classes, books, and seminars.”

“As a working television writer, Tawnya understands the inner function (or dysfunction) of “the writer.”  This, coupled with her innate gift for teaching, make her class stand out in the overly saturated arena of TV writing classes, books, and seminars.  Not only was her class informational, enhancing both my story and structure skills, but it was inspirational, fun, and offered a supportive environment for every participant.  But, what really matters is this: Tawnya made my work better.” – Eva Taylor, attorney and aspiring television writer.

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“As a working television writer, Tawnya is a wealth of information — information that is current and up-to-the-minute.”

The Televisionary Writers Workshop was one of the most valuable, most enjoyable, and most meaningful experiences I’ve had in my writing career.  And I promise you that’s not hyperbole.  As a working television writer, Tawnya is a wealth of information — information that is current and up-to-the-minute.  Tawnya’s years of teaching and private coaching experience are beyond evident, and show up in her deep wisdom, perspective, and savvy.  And all of this is delivered with clarity, humor, and an honesty that’s always supportive.  This workshop is worth its weight in gold!  – Blaed Spence, TV Writer

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“Tawnya is a very personable, intelligent and talented teacher. Instead of forcing a standardized formula down our throats, she worked from her own principal that catered to each writer’s background. Being a feature writer, she helped me transition to TV formats quickly. Tawnya created a welcoming atmosphere where the class members felt comfortable and supportive of each other’s projects. If all writing rooms worked the way Tawnya’s class does, we’d have much better content and far less nervous breakdowns. In addition to being a great TV writing coach, she has her finger on the pulse of the network development grid. I highly recommend Tawnya as a coach, teacher, consultant and human being (she charges extra for that). – Steven Weiss-Smith, Producer/Writer – DEAR ME, A BLOGGER’S TALE

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“If you really want to learn what it takes to craft story, you’d be hard pressed to find a better instructor.”

Tawnya is an outstanding screenwriter and instructor.  Period.  I can honestly say if you really want to learn what it takes to craft story you’d be hard pressed to find a better teacher.  Tawnya’s approach, input and critiques are both insightful and astute.  No matter what, she gives it to you straight.  And in this business a straight talker is a rare gem.    – David Angel Rodriguez, Screenwriter

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“I vouch wholeheartedly for her classes.”

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“This will be the one part of your week that you will schedule everything else around.”

“You will be inspired, you will be challenged, you will write pages and you will get better! If you have the writer’s blues and you don’t want to pay for therapy take this class. You will leave feeling better than when you got there.”    – Will Mazor, Screenwriter & Austin Film Festival Screenplay Finalist

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“If you follow her instruction, you will become a better writer.  Thanks again Tawnya, and I look forward to your input in the future.”

Tawnya told me exactly what I needed to hear, the TRUTH!!!  She does not beat around the bush and I truly learned more from her than any other teacher I had.  I value her input and am blessed to still be in contact with her today.

I wholeheartedly recommend Tawnya to anyone who wants to be a good writer.  She has guts and intelligence and is not afraid to use either one.  If you follow her instruction, you will become a better writer.  Thanks again Tawnya and I look forward to your input in the future.   —  John Ziomeck, Screenwriter

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“Tawnya is tireless in her desire to help people not only learn new concepts but also solidify them so they can be used naturally and effectively again and again.”

I was amazed at how skilled she was in moving me and my fellow classmates along in our processes. Her grasp of the screenwriting process is inspirational to say the least. Tawnya is tireless in her desire to help people not only learn new concepts but also solidify them so they can be used naturally and effectively again and again. I recommend Tawnya as a teacher, guide and mentor to screenwriters at varying levels. She is a woman of myriad talents and anyone would be lucky to find her in their creative world.   –  Julia Ransom, Screenwriter & Photographer

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“You’ll learn how to exploit the weapons you have, and add a few to your arsenal.”

If you’re looking for armor to shield your ego from the beast that is Hollywood, go somewhere else. If you’re serious about making a go of it, and are ready to get bloody along the way then you’ve found your mentor. Come grease your pistol, sharpen your sword, and tune up those hand-to-hand combat skills. Tawnya is well versed in the screenwriting craft and possesses a keen understanding of the greater marketplace. You’ll learn how to exploit the weapons you have, and add a few to your arsenal. If you can’t survive out there, and maybe even prosper, it won’t be for lack of knowledge and preparation.    – A. Ladd, Screenwriter