What steps can screenwriters take to become more resilient to the ongoing and difficult challenges and constant rejection they face? The screenwriting journey is fraught with difficulty. It starts with…
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What impact did the city of Chicago have on the comedy writing we see on film, television, and the stage today? Jordan Peele, Keegan-Michael Key, Jane Lynch, Alan Alda, Alan…
So, you want to write like Aaron Sorkin. I hear you. I get it. I do, too. But if I’m honest, the title of this post should really be: “How…
What are the best types of supporting characters that can create a better protagonist? Most great stories have a strong protagonist, often accompanied by a well-conceived antagonist — a character…
What are the wisest and most inspiring quotes from the iconic actress, comedian, entertainment studio executive and producer Lucille Ball that screenwriters can apply to their screenwriting journey? Throughout her…
Inspiration for our screenplays comes from many places. Our flawed families, war, comic books and even other filmmakers are popular fodder for creativity. Many writers also draw from their own…
Who is a part of a TV show’s Writers Room, and what is the hierarchy of each position? Television is currently in a clear Golden Age. It has never been…
Listed below are the semifinalists of the 2019 ScreenCraft Cinematic Book Competition, selected from over 1,200 submissions. We’re excited to be exploring these excellent books and to have received a…
Listed below are the semifinalists of the 2019 ScreenCraft Stage Play competition. These impressive projects written for the stage were selected from nearly 700 entries. Congratulations to the writers who have…
If you’re struggling to find your place as a writer or director, you’re not alone. Showrunner Tze Chun spent years in the trenches as an ultra-low-budget filmmaker and recently shared…
