Daily Dialogue — December 24, 2016 “Mommy told me if things don’t turn out just the way you want them to the first time, you’ve still got to believe. And I kept believing…
Interview: Adam Kolbrenner (Madhouse Entertainment) The entire January 2013 interview series with the manager and producer.
Interview (Part 4): Jon Spaihts A 6 part series featuring one of Hollywood’s most sought after screenwriters.
“Things I Learned From Watching ‘La La Land’” 5 screenwriting lessons in this guest post from Lance Morgan.
Writing Goals: 2017 [Part 10] — Trust The Process 10 part series for writers to consider what we did in 2016 and will do in 2017.
David, communication — as you suggest — is key. Since I just saw ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ yesterday — again! — this time in a movie theater, let me bring that up as a point of reference…
Writing and the Creative Life: “The Power of Structured Procrastination” The dreaded P word. Here’s one way to take it on… and be productive.
Daily Dialogue — December 23, 2016 “You know what’s even tricksier than pretending to be sick? Because you’re gonna… play dead.”
First of all, Chris, I applaud you seizing this moment. If you go through this entire series, create a calendar like I suggested with Clay (see above response), and go at it every day so writing…
ScriptJumper, well put. Per your last paragraph: As I say, a person doesn’t have to spend a dime to learn the craft (that is a bit of hyperbole because you do have…
And, Paul, who’s to say that wasn’t the right decision for him. Let’s hope for your acquaintance’s sake he can find happiness both in his romantic relationship and some type of writing regimen.
Reader Question: How to pursue one’s creative aspirations with a non-supportive spouse? I provide a response, but could really use your thoughts on this one.
Interview (Part 3): Jon Spaihts A 6 part series featuring one of Hollywood’s most sought after screenwriters.
Tom, every writer is different. The not so subtle subtext of my post is it’s not just about the scripts. It’s about the CRAFT. Learning enough about HOW to write and about…
Writing Goals: 2017 [Part 9] — The Only Way Out Is Through 10 part series for writers to consider what we did in 2016 and will do in 2017.
The Business of Screenwriting: The Value of Three Scripts You write, you learn. And three scripts is a minimum for knowing the craft.
Interview (Part 2): Jon Spaihts A 6 part series featuring one of Hollywood’s most sought after screenwriters.
Writing Goals: 2017 [Part 8] — First Draft 10 part series for writers to consider what we did in 2016 and will do in 2017.
