
Ever gone through a life event that was completely different from how it’s depicted in the movies? Your next great idea for a screenplay might...
Ever gone through a life event that was completely different from how it’s depicted in the movies? Your next great idea for a screenplay might...
Conflict is everything when it comes to writing a great story. And there's no more compelling and engaging plot device than killing off a major...
Let's face it, becoming a professional screenwriter is a difficult goal/dream to achieve. The competition is high, and the odds of making it are very...
Every pro has their own bag of screenwriting tricks, shortcuts, and hacks they utilize in their career. They range from simple practices that make their...
The short answer to this question is: If you're not getting paid to write it, the screenplay you are writing is known as a spec...
Every screenwriter dreams of placing in a screenwriting competition and landing representation. But what happens when you don’t win? It is an unfortunate reality that...
Every screenwriter has completed a polish draft on their own—hopefully many. In the final stage, you conduct last-second checks for grammar, spelling, and formatting errors;...
Finding a way to break into the industry can feel daunting. However, there are a few tools that screenwriters can use to help them navigate...
Most screenwriters have the misconception that all meetings with Hollywood insiders are the same. They are not. Some meetings are about getting to know the...
I gratefully—and begrudgingly—called myself a professional screenwriter for an Emmy award-winning production company and major studio. Before taking on the position, I dreamed of getting...