Hey friends,
Welcome to the first installment of the year! It feels good to be back in your inbox, and let me tell you—things are moving. Fast.
I just wrapped up writing a pilot script (!!!) and now I’m diving headfirst into a feature film script. It’s that exhilarating, slightly chaotic phase where ideas are firing, the characters are getting loud, and the story is starting to take shape. So much is happening, and I couldn’t be more excited to share some of this journey with you.
Between writing marathons and mild existential crises over plot points, I’ve been deep in some incredible books. Here’s what’s been on my reading list:
📖 The Way Forward – Yung Pueblo (“It is only heavy because you are deciding over and over again to carry it” Let that sink in.)
📖 The Protagonist’s Journey – Scott Myers (If you love storytelling, this is an absolute must.)
📖 FAME – Justine Bateman (A sharp, fascinating take on the illusion of celebrity.)
📖 Inner Excellence – Jim Murphy (Shoutout to Philadelphia Eagles Wide Receiver - AJ Brown for casually reading this during a playoff game. Now they are in the Superbowl. Elite mindset, for real.)
And of course, I’ve been watching some phenomenal shows and (movies - more on that on my Youtube Channel) lately. If you need recommendations, here’s what’s been absolutely delivering:
📺 American Primeval (Netflix) – A beautiful, brutal, heartbreaking story about the frontier. Everything I want in a Western. This show delivered.
📺 The Pitt (HBO MAX) – A gripping new medical drama starring Noah Wyle (who also has writing credits!). It’s raw, real, and leaves you in a headlock.
📺 DOC (Fox) – A stunning, emotional medical drama.
📺 On Call (Amazon Prime) – If you’re into cop dramas, this one is a must.
📺 Paradise (Hulu) – From the creator of This Is Us, this show will blow your mind.
I break down shows like these, plus deep dives on film industry news, on my YouTube Channel. If you’re a fellow movie and TV junkie, you’ll want to check it out: Subscribe here!
And if you’re in the mood to browse, I’ve also been curating my Amazon Store with some of my favorite finds—everything from must-read books to cool gear I swear by. You can check it out here: Shop Here!
Finally, a massive THANK YOU for being here. Your support, messages, and energy mean the world. I can’t wait to share more of what’s coming.
Isa
P.S. The track I’m sharing with you today is special—give it a listen, and let me know what you think! 🎶
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