Writing about Writing

How did writing erotic poetry help me outline a fantasy screenplay? Great question. Read this post to find out! I wanted to challenge myself by writing a genre I've avoided for years (fantasy). I got stuck, and accidentally unlocked my story through pure avoidance and chaos! In this post, I teach you how to embrace weird methods, break out of creative ruts, and accept that your script's first draft might just be a poem full of sexy snake metaphors.

Your protagonist’s emotional arc isn’t just extra depth for your story, it IS your story. So how do you connect it to your physical plot?

Your first 15 pages can make or break your script. Learn how to hook your audience fast—or risk their eternal boredom. 🔥🎬

How to make a movie that’s 2.5 hours long and still says nothing: a lesson in mid storytelling, starring Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan.

"Your protagonist must be likeable" is common advice, but it doesn't mean what you think. Read on to discover the note behind the note.

From stage to screen: How Wicked’s themes and characters evolve between the musical and the film adaptation.

A strong script doesn’t always make a strong film. Here's why a story's "why" matters more than anything else...

A musical, courtroom drama, and psychological thriller walk into a bar. The result is Folie à Deux, and it's better than the original Joker.

What works in the Heathers musical? What doesn't work in the original film? What makes both of them shine in their own ways? Read on to see!

There's a growing trend of depicting anxiety in family media. How can this help shape future generations for the better?

In this post, you'll learn what makes a successful series vs what makes a great one, and how you can achieve both!

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...