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HOW TO SURVIVE A NARCISSIST

While dealing with the aftermath of a vindictive breakup, a tenacious woman provides the audience an instructional guide to narcissists in order to make sense of exactly what happened to keep her bonded to one for seven years.

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Format:
TV Pilot
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Budget:
Low
Posted:
03/23/2026
Updated:
03/23/2026
Author Bio:
Steffany Sommers is a So Cal native with a diverse personal history - autism mom, social worker, actor, domestic abuse survivor - that has shaped her brand as a writer. Steffany likes to write genre films with humanity and humor that examine themes of family and connection. She is devoted to creating choice roles for women, particularly those 40+, and spotlighting characters with physical and mental health challenges.

Steffany has studied her craft with Tab Murphy, Stowe Story Lab, and the Jacob Krueger Studio, placing in screenwriting competitions, such as the Austin Film Festival and PAGE International, and currently has two features in option.

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Contest Results:
Stowe Narrative Labs (Finalist) [2025]
ScreenCraft TV Pilot (Semifinalist, ScreenCraft Virtual Pitch) [2023]
Austin Fest Film (Quarterfinalist, Second Rounder) [2023]
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