Bernard Weinraub listens to, and seems to fail to take the advice of a dying Julia Phillips. The former Times Hollywood beat reporter writes his final column, which is an interesting look into the confused and strained relationship between show business and its reporters. Does Weinraub succumb to the dark side? You decide. As a friend of mine said about this article, "On one hand, you have to kind of admire his candor. On the other hand, what a schmuck."

However, if Weinraub's experiences are actually sounding pretty good to you, check out some MB links that might help your entertainment writing career...

Sorry, Charlie. The HTP's are for Avantguild members. But never fear, the classes are not and I'll dig up more, no-membership-required Hollywood journalism tips in the future.

How to Pitch: V Life

How to Pitch: Entertainment Weekly

How to Pitch: Hollywood Reporter

Writing for Television Course (LA): 2/1/05

The 12-Week Screenwriter (NY): 2/3-4/70/05

Story Development for Screenwriters (NY): 2/8/05

How to Become a Party Reporter (LA): 2/9/05

And so on.