The Writer's Odyssey
From the page to the world: A Story by DreamEngine
The Endless
Draft
For years, Alex had been a diligent writer, pouring his soul into the pages of "Shadows of the Lost City," a novel that danced between genres, mixing elements of fantasy, mystery, and adventure. Each word was a brick in the edifice of his dream: to see his story not just read, but experienced by people around the world.
The Query
Quagmire
With his manuscript polished to a sheen, Alex embarked on the daunting task of finding an agent. He crafted query letters with the precision of a poet, sending them out like ships into a stormy sea. One rejection led to another, each letter a wave crashing against his resolve. Major publishers, then smaller ones, all returned the same verdict: "It's not for us."
Descent into
Despair
After countless rejection emails, Alex's spirit waned. The idea of self-publishing loomed before him, a path fraught with unknowns. Marketing, distribution, cover design; so much to do alone. The task seemed Herculean, the mountain too high to climb. He wished he had not had that third coffee.
The Unexpected
Mentor
In his darkest hour, Alex stumbled upon DreamEngine through a writer's forum. The company's ethos was simple yet profound: "Books don’t sell; stories do." Intrigued, Alex reached out. DreamEngine wasn't just another publishing house; it was a haven for storytellers, offering not just publication but transformation.
The Art of
Storytelling
DreamEngine welcomed Alex with open arms. Here, he was not just an author but a student of narrative. David Baboulene's books and videos taught him the alchemy of storytelling—turning his novel into something much bigger. Learning character development, knowledge gaps and subtext transformed his work. "Shadows of the Lost City" wasn't just a book anymore; it was a world waiting to be explored.
Crafting the
Pitch
With his story now a finely tuned instrument, DreamEngine guided Alex through the creation of a pitch deck. They taught him how to distill his epic into a compelling visual narrative, a beacon to attract the eyes of producers. The process was enlightening; Alex learned to see his story through the lens of a producer and investor.
The
Dawn
After years in the shadow of doubt, Alex saw his story being optioned by a major studio. DreamEngine had not only published his book but had transformed his journey into a success story. They had given him the tools, the knowledge, and the courage to pursue not just publication, but the realisation of his vision on a grand scale.
A New
Beginning
"Shadows of the Lost City" wasn't just a book anymore; it was a franchise, a universe expanding beyond the written word. Alex, once a solitary writer, now stood at the helm of a creative empire, all thanks to the guiding light of DreamEngine. His story had found its audience, not through the traditional path, but through the mastery of storytelling and the innovative support of a company that believed in the power of narratives.
Moral of the
Story
In the world of publishing and beyond, success isn't just about writing a book; it's about telling a story that captivates hearts, and with the right guidance, even the biggest of dreams can come true.
Our Story, Mission and Vision
The Dream is your story.
The Engine is the power to commercialise it.
Our Mission
Find and develop strong narratives or unique concepts that translate well for distribution across a range of media.
Catalogue and create licensed content. Structure licensing deals. Agree and contract. Protect intellectual property.
Our Vision
A platform for resources and support for all writers to produce great works. A library stocked with an extensive catalogue of incredible stories.
A goto place for the film and TV industry to come to for what they are looking for: Great Stories!
Storytellers
Amazing writers we work with.
David Baboulene
David Baboulene is a published author, filmmaker, story consultant, and Ph.D. academic of story theory. His research has provably shifted the cutting edge of narrative theory from a focus on structuralism to an approach based on evolutionary psychology – factors such as knowledge gaps and subtext – that cause stories to exist and to have such power to grip and intrigue us.
Paul Carroll
Paul’s writing takes on the zeitgeist in a highly engaging and entertaining way and is rarely lacking in dark humour and compassion.
Before turning to writing Paul worked in the field of PR for many years, including campaigns for well-known brands including Boddingtons, Heineken, Thorntons Chocolate, Chicago Town Pizza, Big D peanuts, Co-op Funerals and Manchester Airport.
Paul Maher
Paul has had a varied career, going to sea at sixteen, living in Gibraltar and Greece, working in Australia. His writing career began in 1980s having illustrated articles published in various magazines following a course in photo-journalism. Then he went on to study photography and Media. He has always had a passion for history and has begun to write novels in the action/adventure genre full-time since retiring along with their screenplays.
Tina Zee
Tina is a Yorkshire woman who personifies the spirit of Queen Cartimadua. She has firm principles based on the philosophy that a person has to put energy into life if they are going to get anything out of life. Tina is a Yorkshire woman who personifies the spirit of Queen Cartimadua. She has firm principles based on the philosophy that a person has to put energy into life if they are going to get anything out of life.
