Category: Writer

Amber Has Written The Script For Morning Show Mysteries: A Murder In Mind For The Hallmark Network

3/12/2019

Here is some exciting news for fans, Amber has written the script for the upcoming TV movie Morning Show Mysteries: A Murder In Mind. The fourth movie in Hallmark’s Morning Show Mysteries series.

The series centers on Billie Blessings (Holly Robinson Peete) a successful restaurateur turned talk show host. Billie was once suspected of murder but after clearing her name with the help of Detective Ian Jackson (Rick Fox) the pair remained friends and occasionally find themselves at the heart of another mystery.

In a Murder In Mind Billie comes to the aid of a friend and former employee who has recently got her big break in the lead role of brand-new TV drama Kelso's Law. Excitement turns to horror as a dead body is uncovered. The finger of suspicion soon falls on Billie's friend after it's revealed that she was being blackmailed by the victim. Billie again teams up with Detective Jackson in a race against time to clear her friend and uncover the identity of the killer.

Morning Show Mysteries: A Murder In Mind will have its premiere on Sunday, the 14thof April at 9 PM/8C on Hallmark Movies and Mysteries available via cable in the USA, for a full list of cable providers click here.

For more information and to see a trailer for Morning Show Mysteries: A Murder In Mind click here. You can also visit it’s official IMDb page and check out a great article on the Hallmark Movie Fanatics Tumblr page (click the hyperlinks for more). I’d like to thank my friend and fellow Amber fan Katie for sending this information my way.

Amber recently wrote two original movies for The Lifetime Network, Oscar Pistorius: Blade Runner Killer and Terror In The Woods both telling the story of two harrowing murder cases.

Morning Show Mysteries: A Murder In Mind gives Amber the chance to write a fictional murder mystery for the small screen and everyone at AmberBenson.TV is delighted she will have another opportunity to add to her growing body of work as a television writer and we are looking forward to seeing what Amber has in store for these popular characters.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of Morning Show Mysteries: A Murder In Mind. We have no connection to Hallmark or the Hallmark Movie Fanatics Tumblr page or IMDb. This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting TV movie written by Amber Benson.

Hex Life Featuring A Brand-New Short Story By Amber Benson Is Now Available For Pre-order Now

2/26/2019

As regular visitors to AmberBenson.TV may know just before Christmas Amber confirmed via her official Twitter account that she had written a brand-new short story to be included in Hex Life: Wicked New Tales of Witchery. This brand-new collection features 18 all-new short stories from today's most popular female authors.

At the moment Amber hasn't released any details about her story but Hex Life itself has now been listed for pre-order on both Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com. Click the hyperlinks for details. When I have more information about other stockists I will post an update either here or on our Facebook or Twitter feeds. Hex Life is set to be released on the 1stof October 2019.

Hex Life: Wicked New Tales of Witchery is edited by Christopher Golden, Amber's long-time friend and writing partner and Rachel Autumn Deering. Amber’s story will feature alongside work by fellow authors:

Kelley Armstrong
Rachel Caine
Theodora Goss
Sherilyn Kenyon
Jennifer McMahon
and more

Hex Life is being published by Titan Books, below is the brand-new cover art for the book:

I'm really looking forward to seeing what Amber has in store for us in this brand-new tale and as soon as I have any more information I’ll post it here in the latest Amber news section.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the publication of Hex Life: Wicked New Tales of Witchery.All rights belong to the authors involved and Titan Books. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about an upcoming short story written by Amber Benson.

Lights Out Written By Amber Benson & Christopher Golden Available On Demand For A Limited Time

2/16/2019

Lights Out was recently re-broadcast on Sunday, 10th of February at 6:30 PM once again on BBC Radio 4 Extra. It is now available on demand for a limited time only details of which are below.

In 2010 Amber teamed again up with long time friend and collaborator Christopher Golden to write Lights Out, a radio drama.

Jasmine Hyde who Ghosts of Albion fans will recognise as the voice of Tamara Swift plays Sarah the newest inmate at Her Majesty’s Prison Stanwick. Prison life holds no fear for Sarah, well that is until she is plunged headfirst into a dark and potentially deadly mystery. This chilling tale was made by the BBC as part of their The Man in Black series. It was originally broadcast on BBC Radio 7, which has now become BBC Radio 4 Extra.

At the time of writing this there are 24 days left to listen to lights out on demand either by using the link below or the BBC Sounds App which is available for both iOS and Android devices. The BBC Sounds App also gives you the option to download Lights Out and listen off-line. The download will expire 24 days from the date of this post.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00yw4bc

I believe I’m correct in saying the on demand options are unfortunately only available to listeners within the UK. There isn't an option to purchase Lights Out at the moment, if and when this changes we will let you know.

If you haven't listened to Lights Out don't miss your chance to hear this fantastically dark tale.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of Lights Out. All rights belong to Amber Benson, Christopher Golden and the BBC. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about an exciting radio drama co-written by Amber Benson.

Lights Out Written By Amber Benson & Christopher Golden To Be Re-Broadcast Next Week.

2/4/2019

In what has turned out to be a very busy day I have another exciting update. Christopher Golden has confirmed via Twitter that the BBC is to re-broadcast Lights Out.

In, 2010 Amber teamed again up with long time friend and collaborator Christopher Golden to write Lights Out, a radio drama.

Jasmine Hyde who Ghosts of Albion fans will recognise as the voice of Tamara Swift plays Sarah the newest inmate at Her Majesty’s Prison Stanwick. Prison life holds no fear for Sarah well that is until she is plunged headfirst into a dark and potentially deadly mystery. This chilling tale was made by the BBC as part of The Man in Black series. It was originally broadcast on BBC Radio 7, which has now become BBC Radio 4 Extra.

It will be rebroadcast on Sunday, 10th of February at 6:30 PM once again on BBC Radio 4 Extra. If you haven't had a chance to listen to it please do check it out, for more information click the link below:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00yw4bc

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of Lights Out. All rights belong to Amber Benson, Christopher Golden and the BBC. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about an exciting radio play co-written by Amber Benson.

Another Chance for UK Fans to See Oscar Pistorius Blade Runner Killer on Wednesday, 12 December at 10pm.

12/11/2018

Good news for UK Amber fans will have another chance to see Oscar Pistorius Blade Runner Killer on Wednesday, the 12th of December at 10pm on Crime + Investigation. Blade Runner killer made for the Lifetime Network which had its UK premiere in February. It will now be shown on Lifetime’s sister channel.

Earlier in her career Amber starred in two original movies for the Lifetime Network playing Danni Hartford in a fun festive film Holiday Wishes and Lori Madison in the romantic comedy 7 Things To Do Before I’m 30, still one of my favourite movies starring Amber.

This role for Lifetime Network is very different as she steps behind the camera to write the script for Blade Runner Killer. A movie which looks at the life of former Paralympic Champion and Olympic competitor Oscar Pistorius. A double leg amputee who learned to run using metal blades and conquered the track at Paralympic level and went on to compete in the Olympics.

The movie looks at the relationship between Oscar and model Reeva Steenkamp leading up to the fateful events on Valentine's Day night 2013 when Reeva was tragically shot to death in Pistorius's home.

The movie also examines the trial that gripped South Africa and the world. Oscar was convicted of culpable homicide (manslaughter). Later following an appeal he was retried and convicted of murder. On the 24thof November 2017 The South African Supreme Court increased his sentence by a further 13 years and 5 months. South Africa's National Prosecuting Agency described the original 6 year murder sentence handed down by original trial judge Thokozile Masipa as "shockingly too lenient".

I've embedded the USA trailer for the movie below:

I have found very little information on the Crime + Investigation UK website. Crime + Investigation UK TV Channel is available on Sky channel 156, Virgin channels 222/275, BT channel 328 and TalkTalk channel 328.

Everyone at AmberBenson.TV is delighted that Amber was given this opportunity and that UK fans now have another chance to see it. We wish her every success with this project.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the production of Oscar Pistorius: Blade Runner Killer. This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about a new movie written by Amber Benson. The Pistorius and Steenkamp families did not participate in the making of the movie.

A Sneak Peek of Brand New Lifetime Original Movie Terror in Woods Written by Amber Benson has Been Released

10/13/2018

Earlier this month it was revealed that Amber has written the script for Terror in the Woods a brand-new original movie for the Lifetime Network. Terror in the Woods will have its world premiere on 14thof October 2018.

Some fans may know that earlier in her career Amber starred in two original movies for the Lifetime Network. She played Danni Hartford in fun festive film Holiday Wishes and Lori Madison in the romantic comedy 7 Things To Do Before I’m 30, still one of my favourite movies starring Amber.

Last year she took on a different role for Lifetime writing the script for Oscar Pistorius: Blade Runner Killer. The movie looks at the relationship between former Paralympic Champion Oscar Pistorius and model Reeva Steenkamp leading up to the fateful events on Valentine's Day night 2013 when Reeva was tragically shot to death in Pistorius's home.

Blade Runner Killer also examined the trial that gripped South Africa and the world. Oscar was convicted of culpable homicide (manslaughter). Later following an appeal he was retried and convicted of murder an initial six year sentence was increased to 15 years by the South African Supreme Court. Amber did an amazing job of drawing together trial transcripts, interviews, witness accounts etc in creating a script for the movie.

Amber will be using her considerable writing and research talents to pen the script for Terror in the Woods the second feature she has written for the Lifetime Network.

Inspired by true events Terror in the Woods tells the story of Rachel (Ella West Jerrier) and Kaitlyn (SophieGrace McCarthy) 12-year-old best friends living in a small town in Georgia, USA. They both love ghost stories one in particular caught their imagination, the legend of Suzerain a forest dwelling Demon. Their parents believe this is just harmless fun unaware that the friends are convinced the demon is not only real but will kill their families unless he receives a blood sacrifice. Rachel and Kaitlyn make the horrifying decision to sacrifice their friend Emily (Skylar Morgan Jones) thankfully however she survives the attack. The police launch an investigation into how and why this could have happened. Questions are asked about the mental health of Rachel and Kaitlyn while others wonder if the internet itself is to blame.

Terror in the Woods is set for its World Premiere on 14th of October 2018 on Lifetime in the USA at 8 PM (7 PM central).

Ahead of the premiere Lifetime have released a 50 second sneak peek of movie via Lifetime USA social media accounts. Check out the link below:

https://twitter.com/lifetimetv/status/1050853780173021184?s=21

At the moment we don't know when or if Terror in the Woods will be shown in the UK and another countries. If and when this changes I will do my very best to let you know as soon as possible.

The movie is set to tackle some very difficult subject matter but knowing Amber as I do I'm sure she will deliver an honest and sensitive account of this shocking story. Hopefully I will get a chance to see the movie for myself soon as I always want to support Amber's work.

All of us at AmberBenson.TV would like to congratulate Amber on this project building on her growing body of work writing for television.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of Terror in the Woods. This post is for informational purposes only, we are simply trying to spread the word about a brand-new movie written by Amber Benson.

Amber Has Written The Script For Terror in The Woods A Brand-New Original Movie For Lifetime Premiering on The 14 of October 2018.

10/2/2018

It's been announced that Amber has written the script for Terror in the Woods a brand-new original movie for the Lifetime Network. Terror in the Woods will have its world premiere on 14thof October 2018. Some fans may know that earlier in her career Amber starred in two original movies for the Lifetime Network. She played Danni Hartford in fun festive film Holiday Wishes and Lori Madison in the romantic comedy 7 Things To Do Before I’m 30, still one of my favourite movies starring Amber.

Last year she took on a different role for Lifetime writing the script for Oscar Pistorius: Blade Runner Killer. The movie looks at the relationship between former Paralympic Champion Oscar Pistorius and model Reeva Steenkamp leading up to the fateful events on Valentine's Day night 2013 when Reeva was tragically shot to death in Pistorius's home.

The movie also examines the trial that gripped South Africa and the world. Oscar was convicted of culpable homicide (manslaughter). Later following an appeal he was retried and convicted of murder an initial six year sentence was increased to 15 years by the South African Supreme Court. Amber did an amazing job of drawing together trial transcripts, interviews, witness accounts etc in creating a script for the movie.

Amber will be using her considerable writing and research talents to pen the script for Terror in the Woods the second feature she has written for the Lifetime Network.

Inspired by true events Terror in the Woods tells the story of Rachel (Ella West Jerrier) and Kaitlyn (SophieGrace McCarthy) 12-year-old best friends living in a small town in Georgia, USA. They both love ghost stories one in particular caught their imagination, the legend of Suzerain a forest dwelling Demon. Their parents believe this is just harmless fun unaware that the friends are convinced the demon is not only real but will killer their families unless he receives a blood sacrifice. Rachel and Kaitlyn make the horrifying decision to sacrifice their friend Emily (Skylar Morgan Jones) thankfully however she survives the attack. The police launch an investigation into how and why this could have happened. Questions are asked about the mental health of Rachel and Kaitlyn while others wonder if the internet itself is to blame.

Terror in the Woods is set for its World Premiere on 14th of October 2018 on Lifetime in the USA at 8 PM (7 PM central). For more information fans living inside the USA can click the link below to the official Lifetime website.

https://www.mylifetime.com/movies/terror-in-the-woods/about

I have tried to access this page myself and I keep being automatically redirected to Lifetime's UK website which at the moment has no information on the movie itself. I have to thank my friend and fellow Amber fan Katie for helping me gather information about the movie. Below you'll find an image from Lifetime’s USA website.

Katie helped me pull together enough information for a summary of the movie and I have been able to find some additional information from entertainment website deadline.com below:

“Terror in the Woods— Inspired by true events, Rachel (Ella West Jerrier) and Kaitlyn (SophieGrace McCarthy) are two quiet, shy 12-year-old best friends in small town Georgia. Like many 12 year-olds, they liked having sleepovers and spent much of their time on the internet often looking up scary stories. Their favorite internet spooky story is that of the Suzerain, a clawed monster who lures children to his palace in the forest. To their parents, it seemed like a harmless ghost story, but in reality, the girls believed the Suzerain was real and that he would hurt their families unless they did what he told them to, which was perform a blood sacrifice. Together, they settle on their friend Emily (Skylar Morgan Jones) as their target, stabbing her with a pair of scissors. Miraculously, Emily survives the brutal attack, and Rachel and Kaitlyn are picked up by the police.

As the investigation begins, bigger questions about use of the internet and the state of the girls mental health come to the forefront. Had Kaitlyn’s parents Dani (Angela Kinsey, The Office) and Nathan (Drew Powell, Gotham), and Rachel’s mom Jackie (Carrie Hood, Devious Maids), been aware of the extent of the girls fascination with the Suzerain? Should the ultimate blame be placed on the dark side of the internet or the deeper issue of mental health? Or was there nothing that could stop the hold that Suzerain had over Rachel and Kaitlyn. Terror in the Woods is produced by Thinkfactory Media in association with Swirl Films for Lifetime Television. Executive producers are Leslie Greif, Christina Ricci, and James Heerdegen. Produced by Eric Tomosunas. D.J. Viola directs from a script written by Amber Benson.”

The full article can be found here: https://deadline.com/2018/08/lifetime-fall-movie-slate-shannen-doherty-mira-sorvino-bella-thorne-cast-the-girl-in-the-bathtub-terror-in-the-woods-1202449403/

The official trailer has also been released which I have embedded below. Thanks again Katie for pointing me in the right direction.

At the moment we don't know when or if Terror in the Woods will be shown in the UK and another countries. If and when this changes I will do my very best to let you know as soon as possible.

The movie is set to tackle some very difficult subject matter but knowing Amber as I do I'm sure she will deliver an honest and sensitive account of this shocking story. Hopefully I will get a chance to see the movie for myself soon as I always want to support Amber's work.

All of us at AmberBenson.TV would like to congratulate Amber on this project building on her growing body of work writing for television.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of Terror in the Woods nor do we have any connection to the entertainment website deadline.com. This post is for informational purposes only, we are simply trying to spread the word about a brand-new movie written by Amber Benson.

Amber Is The Special Guest On Drinking During Business Hours Podcast

4/14/2018

Amber was the special guest on the latest episode of Drinking During Business Hours podcast released yesterday. It is hosted by stand-up comedian Sarah J Halstead and in each episode she talks to a different creative person about their passions and what led them to do the work that they love.

Amber talks about growing up in Alabama, being bitten by the acting bug and some of her most memorable roles. Playing Ella McShane in Steven Soderbergh's classic film King of the Hill and her role as Tara Maclay on Buffy the Vampire Slayer. They discuss Amber's transition from acting to writing, being an author along with her work as a producer and director. This is a must listen for any Amber fan, she discusses her career and her experiences working as an actor. Amber is honest, engaging and very funny and even gives us a sneak peak of an upcoming project in this brilliant podcast. I only wish it had been longer.

Drinking During Business Hours podcast is available to listen to for free via:
iTunes
Google Play
Web player

Click the link below:

Disclaimer: The podcast contains some strong language and discussion of mature themes discretion is advised

https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/sarah-j-halsteads-drinking-during-business-hours

I really enjoyed this podcast and recommend you check it out.

Joe

Disclaimer: Amber Benson.TV is not involved in any way with the production of the Drinking During Business Hours podcast. This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting podcast featuring Amber Benson.

Amber Now Unable To Attend Signing Event For Mine! Comic Book Collection In Los Angeles Tonight

2/28/2018

Sadly Amber is no longer able to attend the signing event for Mine! Comic Book Collection. Taking place at A Shop Called Quest in Los Angeles tonight.

Amber co-wrote a story with her friend and fellow author Sarah Kuhn illustrated by Sina Grace which is part of Mine! Comic Book Collection. Amber, Sarah and Sina are among a number of writers and illustrators to lend their talents to Mine! which is produced in support of Planned Parenthood. They provide family planning advice and essential women's healthcare services throughout the United States. Mine! is partially funded via a successful Kickstarter campaign.

Sina confirmed a little while ago via a video posted on his official Twitter account that sadly Amber is no longer able to attend click here. However both he and Sarah are still attending and the signing will go ahead from 5-8 PM tonight at:

A Shop Called Quest
300 S Santa Fe Avenue
Los Angeles
California
USA

I hope everyone who is able to attend has a fantastic time and remember all proceeds from Mine! go to support Planned Parenthood.

Joe

Disclaimer: Amber Benson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or production of the Mine Comic Book Collection and/or the signing event at A Shop Called Quest. We are not affiliated with Planned Parenthood or Mine! This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting event which sadly Amber Benson now is unable to attend.

Clueless: One Last Summer Graphic Novel By Amber Benson & Sarah Kuhn Announced!

2/27/2018

In the summer of 2017 Boom Studios! released Clueless: Senior Year graphic novel co written by Amber Benson and her friend and fellow author Sarah Kuhn illustrated by Siobhan Keenan. Clueless: Senior Year is the follow-up to Amy Heckerling’s hit 1995 movie Clueless starring Alicia Silverstone. Amber and Sarah’s all-new and original story is an opportunity for fans of the movie to follow the ups and downs of Cher, Dionne and Tai during their final year of high school.

Earlier this month in an interview with Shockya.com Amber revealed she and Sarah were working on a sequel. On 27th of February website publishersweekly.com announced the sequel will be released in autumn/fall of 2018. Titled Clueless: One Last Summer that will see Cher, Dionne, and Tai embark on one last summer adventure before heading to college. In this all-new and original story that will again be illustrated by Siobhan Keenan.

Amber, Sarah and Boom! Studios editor Shannon Watters talk to publishersweekly.com about Clueless: One Last Summer click here to read the original article and find out more.

At AmberBenson.TV we are delighted that Amber, Sarah and Siobhan will be bringing us a new adventure involving these much-loved characters. As ever when we have more information I'll do my best to update the site as soon as possible.

A big thank you to friend of the site and fellow Amber fan Katie for sending me this exciting news my way.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the writing or publication of Clueless: One Last Summer and or Clueless Senior Year. All rights belong to Boom Studios, Amber Benson, Sarah Kuhn and any other copyright holder. We have no connection to shockya.com or publishersweekly.com. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting graphic novel co written by Amber Benson.