Crafting Unique Characters
I often see scripts where the plot is entertaining, the structure is solid, and the material is engaging overall... But the characters...
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Writing about Writing
Posts about general writing advice, industry observations, and more!
Mic
- Aug 10
- 9 min
Episodic Stories
In this post, you'll learn what makes a successful series vs what makes a great one, and how you can achieve both!
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Mic
- Jul 26
- 7 min
Killing Your Darlings
Sometimes a story WANT can seem like a story NEED, and vice versa! Using this revision tactic will help you determine which is which.
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Mic
- Jun 15
- 9 min
What Your Logline Says About Your Script
Anyone who hears or reads your logline is going to make snap judgements about it. Find out what your logline says about your script!
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Mic
- May 4
- 6 min
How to Write With the Screen in Mind (part 3 - character and scene descriptions)
You can so clearly see every little detail of your story in your mind; but how do you effectively express it in your action description?
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Mic
- Apr 27
- 5 min
How to Write With the Screen in Mind (part 2 - parentheticals)
Unnecessary parentheticals are the easiest thing to fix, but the hardest thing for writers to let go of. Learn why, and how you can fix this
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Mic
- Apr 20
- 6 min
How to Write With the Screen in Mind (part 1)
Every writer has a clear vision for how their movie will look... In their mind. But how do you effectively express this vision on the...
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Mic
- Apr 20
- 4 min
Visualizing Action Description (with Arielle Rosenstein and Trey Buongiorno)
A storyboard artist's perspective on bringing a script to life.
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Mic
- Apr 13
- 6 min
How to Make Targeted and Smart Revisions
Heading into a revision, staying focused is crucial in order to not lose sight of your creative idea. Here are some tips to stay focused...
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Mic
- Mar 29
- 9 min
From Idea to First Draft in 5 Days
I wrote a script in 5 days, and identified exactly what it was that got me to the finish line with a story I'm truly proud of!
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Mic
- Mar 9
- 7 min
Writing Effective Action Description (Part II)
Learn specific tools you can use RIGHT NOW to make your action description more effective, and even trim your screenplay by a few pages!
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Mic
- Mar 3
- 3 min
Get To The Point! (Writing Effective Action Description)
Sometimes literary flair can enhance a script. Other times, it distracts from what's most important: the story.
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Mic
- Feb 24
- 4 min
The Highs and Lows of Act 2 (+ what Puss In Boots 2 did right)
The low point is the start of the most predictable part of a movie. What can you do to make it more effective?
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Mic
- Feb 19
- 6 min
The Only 5 Plot Points Your Story Needs (and where they should occur)
"Story structure is built on vibes." To be honest: that's not entirely wrong. This "vibe" can be determined...
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Mic
- Feb 18
- 3 min
Why You Hate Story Structure
"If writing a screenplay is the cops, and storytelling in your life is your lawyer, it makes more sense why some of us hate story structure"
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