Story Development, Adaptation, and Creative Collaboration

Helping authors, screenwriters, and producers bring powerful stories to life — from concept to completion.

With decades of experience in both publishing and film/television, Cheryl McKay offers professional writing and consulting services for projects that align with faith-friendly, values-driven storytelling. Whether you need a fresh set of eyes on your manuscript, a script adapted from a book, or guidance in shaping your story for a specific audience, Cheryl brings both creative insight and industry know-how to the table.

Services Offered

• Story Consulting & Development – Brainstorming sessions, story structure analysis, and character development.
• Adaptations – Turning books into screenplays or screenplays into novels, while preserving the heart of the story.
• Manuscript or Screenplay Review – In-depth feedback for structure, characters, dialogue, theme etc.
• Creative Collaboration – Partnering on original works that align with your vision and values. (Cheryl has been hired to rewrite quite a few greenlit films before they go into production.)
• At this time, Cheryl is not taking on any projects as a producer or those looking for funding. She predominantly focuses on writing (or rewriting) jobs. 

Specialties

• Faith-based, family-friendly stories
• Romance, drama, and inspirational narratives
• Children’s and young adult projects
• True stories and biographical adaptations

If you’re looking for a collaborative partner to refine or rewrite your story, Cheryl can help. Contact Cheryl about your needs, anticipated scope of work, budget, and timelines, and request a quote for services.

Inquire about writing & consulting: email chermck777 at gmail dot com.

Also check out this manual, co-written with Rene Gutteridge about adapting scripts into novels, a great way to test your story on an audience before trying to bring it to the big screen.

Cheryl & Rene also have a class on UDEMY teaching this topic you can sign up for below:

NOVELIZATIONS: HOW TO ADAPT SCRIPTS INTO NOVELS CLASS ON UDEMY