Coverfly Is Closing. Here’s Why the ISA Has Always Been the Perfect Home.

As many of you may have heard, Coverfly is closing its doors. While this news may feel unsettling for some in the writing community, we want to take a moment to reassure you, our ISA members, that you’ve already aligned yourself with the right platform—one that’s always prioritized writers, one that continues to grow, and one that’s built on transparency, opportunity, and community.

The International Screenwriters' Association has spent the last 17 years doing exactly what other platforms have attempted to do in a much shorter time—offering writers not just tools, but trust. And now, as many writers search for where to go next, we’re proud to say: you’re already here.

We Honor All Your Successes—Because They All Matter

One of the long-standing frustrations we’ve heard from writers using Coverfly was the limited recognition of contest achievements. Only contests listed through their system “counted”—leaving many writers unable to showcase awards from meaningful competitions that weren’t “approved.”

At ISA, we’ve always believed your wins are your wins. You can proudly list all your awards and placements on your ISA profile, regardless of whether the contest is affiliated with our platform. We trust you, because our community operates on an honor system rooted in mutual respect. Every step forward deserves to be seen.

Our Development Slate Is Your Clear Path Toward Representation

Coverfly’s Red List offered visibility; the ISA goes further. Our Development Slate is not just a ranking—it’s an active roster of talented writers we personally champion to agents, managers, producers, and studio execs.

If you’ve been aiming for that next big leap—whether representation, staffing, or an option deal—this is your path. Writers on our Slate are given real advocacy from our team and often find themselves in rooms they never thought possible. This is your direct connection to industry professionals who are actively looking for fresh voices.

Your ISAConnect Membership Means Even More Now

As Coverfly sunsets its services, some writers are worried about losing access to submissions, visibility, and networking. But for our ISAConnect members, those doors are not closing—they’re opening wider. With ISAConnect, you still get:

• Direct submissions to industry gigs
• Featured placement on the ISA Writer's Showcase, where your work can be found by vetted professionals
• Four free contest waivers every year, allowing you to test your material affordably and smartly
• A growing slate of screenwriting classes, webinars, and exclusive content
• Priority consideration for the Development Slate
   

In short, ISAConnect doesn’t just replace what Coverfly offered—it expands it, with a greater focus on community and a deeper understanding of what it takes to succeed.

A Platform Built by Writers, for Writers

The ISA isn’t just a software solution or a database aggregator. We’re a living, breathing community of writers and professionals. We host live events, run mentorships and fellowships, teach classes, and provide personal support through every stage of your journey. We know the hustle, the heartbreak, and the breakthroughs—because we’ve lived them too.

We’re here for you—not just in theory, but in action.

To Our Members: You’re in the Right Place

As platforms shift and some disappear, it’s natural to question where you should focus your time and energy. We want you to know that your commitment to the ISA is not only appreciated—it’s wise. You’re already part of something that has endured. And while others are closing, we’re expanding.

We’re building new relationships with producers, managers, and studios. We’re helping writers like Nick Hagen and Dana Speer get repped and Stephanie Bast land meetings with Netflix. We’re connecting ISA members to companies like Bohemia, LuckyChap, Blumhouse, and more.

You’ve already chosen a platform that isn’t chasing trends—it’s shaping the future.

17 Years Strong—and Just Getting Started

The ISA has never been about flashy PR or celebrity endorsements. We’ve grown through word-of-mouth, real support, and an unwavering belief in the power of writers. This moment only strengthens our mission.

So while the rest of the industry figures out what’s next, know this:

You’re not searching. You’ve already found your home.

And we’re just getting started.

If you are new to the ISA, let's get your projects listed today so we can help you sell them, get you repped or hired for a writer's room!