What projects are worth pitching for film and TV? What do you need to include in your pitch? Why are there more opportunities for writers now? Chrissy Metge talks about these questions and more. In the intro, the US Justice Department sues to block the Penguin Random House acquisition of Simon & Schuster [The Guardian]; Kobo Plus launches in Australia and NZ [Kobo]; Audible launches unlimited subscription in India [The New Publishing Standard]; Check your print prices for Ingram [online.org/news/579187/IngramSpark-Price-Changes-Effective-November-6-2021.htm">IBPA]; Is it time to raise ebook prices? [6 Figure Authors] This podcast episode is sponsored by Kobo Writing Life, which helps authors self-publish and reach readers in global markets through the Kobo ecosystem. You can also subscribe to the Kobo Writing Life podcast for interviews with successful indie authors.  Chrissy Metge has 20 years animation experience working on projects including The Hobbit, Superman Man of Steel, Fast and Furious 7, and Jungle Book. She's the co-founder of Fuzzy Duckling Media and Duckling Publishing, specializing in books and shows for children, and is also a creative brand consultant. You can listen above or on your favorite podcast app or read the notes and links below. Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below. Show Notes * Changes in the film and TV industry in the last 20 years* The kinds of content that animation studios are interested in* How and when to pitch an idea to a studio* Tips for good pitching technique* Do you need to write the scripts for the stories you’re pitching?* The importance of figuring out your target audience* How does the financial side work?* What the future of entertainment may hold* Balancing business and creativity You can find Chrissy Metge at ChrissyMetge.com and on Twitter @ChrissyNZ Transcript of Interview with Chrissy Metge Joanna: Chrissy Metge has 20 years animation experience working on projects incluing ‘The Hobbit,' ‘Superman Man of Steel,' ‘Fast and Furious 7,' and ‘Jungle Book.' She's the cofounder of Fuzzy Duckling Media and Duckling Publishing, specializing in books and shows for children, and is also a creative brand consultant. Welcome, Chrissy. Chrissy: Thank you.