Fish: And Why It’s Not So Easy To Write What You Know
Because, yes, there is merit to writing what you know—but when you’re in the middle of something, you absolutely do not know it. It isn’t over yet.
Film's Best Franchise? Star Wars? Nope, It's Mission: Impossible
It’s not CGI. We buy it because seeing is believing.
How To Use Participant Observation To Write Better Stories
—the moment you become part of a community’s story, it will forever be part of you.
New York. What a Character.
They say if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere. What they don't tell you is that once you do make it here, you'll never want to make it anywhere else.
Crafting a Compelling Character Desire
What does your character think they’ll feel after they get their revenge, secure the promotion at work, save the world from the evil wizard, or get their happily ever after?
Writing in Shapes and Colors
My first step was learning how the professionals broke the rules. If they can do it, I can do it, right?
Q&A: Formatting Series - Can I Use Artwork in My Script?
Perhaps the scope of the project is so compelling, it might feel like a disservice not to attempt concept art. But … a script is not a mood board.
Never Think You're Bigger Than the Gods
If Martin Scorsese doesn’t act bigger than the gods, no one should.
The Emmy for Best Comedy Goes to ... "Succession"
To paraphrase Logan Roy, we are not serious people.
Do You Read the Whole Thing?
Every single script I recommended my bosses read officially had my stamp of approval on it. And how bad do you think it would make me look if I wasted some of their precious time with a mediocre piece of material?
The Importance of Emotional Cause and Effect
... character decisions are rooted in their emotions. Those emotions, in turn, are rooted in the character’s core beliefs and their perspective on the world, in their backstory.
A Simple Guide to Writing the Dreaded Synopsis
It’s also important to not forget about the voice and tone of the story when creating your synopsis.
The Age of A.I.nlightenment: How the Artificial Intelligence Boom is Changing the Arts
If everything around AI feels unsettling and sketchy, that’s because the market hasn’t decided what exactly to do with it yet and businesses are taking wild swings.
The Challenges of Second Seasons, Sequels, and Finales
... one of the most worrisome fears for writers is that they could end up penning something that damages ‘the brand.’
Consultants, Contests, and Coverage—Oh My! Sorting Out the Professional Script Reader Landscape
Sounds like you need a reader, friend! But just a quick glance at all the options out there makes it pretty obvious that what a “reader” does is much less clear.
