BIG CONGRATS TO RZWAN CABANI AND TO CRAIG BOTTRELL

Dear Craig,

If you would've told me a year and a half ago, when we first started working together, that I would be writing this letter, I wouldn't have believed you.

I sincerely want to thank you for everything you've done. You're a consummate professional and give of yourself selflessly, which is rare.

You have been instrumental in making me a better writer.

To know that you're an ex agent, producer and executive can be a little intimidating, but you're one of the nicest guys I know. You've been the catalyst for the success of many writers and my scripts will always receive your magical touch. Frankly, the amount you charge for a consultation…we're ripping you off.

You're relentless in perfecting a script and have brought out the best in me.

I remember reading the coverage of contest winners on your site and aspired to be one of them, but with little hope. The beautiful thing about this contest is that you don't just choose winners because you have to. Sometimes it can take an extra month for another winner to be announced. You won't put your name on just anything, which makes winning even sweeter.

When you told me my first script “CRIMINALE” won I couldn't believe it. It was like a dream come true. I received about TWENTY requests for the script from different producers, agents and production companies. I couldn't believe it was happening. You made me realize that I had what it takes. It fueled my passion and I dove into my second effort, “BLACK BUTTERFLY." When you finally told me that it won as well, I almost jumped out of the window. I have since received about THIRTY INDUSTRY REQUESTS for the script.

Soon after winning, I received a call from two producing partners (one of them is also an agent) who want to option, “Black Butterfly” and get it produced. Next I had a conference call with them (from L.A.) and I felt really good about the conversation. They sent me an option agreement and agency contract. So I now officially have my script optioned and have an agent! They also wanted to see what else I had. I sent them Criminale and they want to work with that as well.

I can now say "Yeah, I spoke with my agent and...". I always wanted to be able to say that.

I remember you telling me once that, “success is trading in one set of problems for a better set of problems. “ What sweet "problems" I’m having now.

It's an amazing feeling to know your dreams are possible. So many people base their happiness on the days of the week. Mondays they're depressed and Fridays they're happy. I have to tell you, I haven't had a Monday since I first won.

I look forward to many years of working with you Craig. You've become a mentor and helped realize a childhood dream and I'm forever in your debt.

Sincerely,
Rzwan Cabani
r.cabani@hotmail.com
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Hi Craig,

A quick update on my script STUTTER PUNCH. Since winning your contest I have received numerous requests from various production houses, some major players. Better yet, I just received an option offer from a veteran producer in L.A. who loves the script. I'm still in a state of shock as the prospect of having my work on the big screen is more than a little surreal. Your script consultation far exceeded my expectations and is most certainly is better than any I have encountered. My sincere appreciation for your top shelf service!

Cheers,
Craig (Bottrell)
cpbotts@iprimus.com.au