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You thought of an interesting premise and made sure your protagonist completed the hero's journey.
But your script still reads dry. It tends to drag. On top of that, you might have ideas for who can play the lead role, but you haven't been able to think of whom else to cast for the other roles.
One thing you've neglected: your supporting characters. Read More
Why do we let process get in the way of getting what we want? And on that note, what do we really want?
The conclusion to our series on "Why Talented Writers Fail" goes into why we must re-evaluate what we want and how to get there.
How does pain relate to our success?
Last time, we looked at four roadblocks that obstruct writers from capitalizing on their talents. Read More
Why is it that some writers without much initial talent seem to develop very quickly? Or, how is it that writers who possess talent early on struggle to make progress?
Last time, we looked at fixed vs. growth mindsets. Now, we'll look at a variety of roadblocks that impede our progress. These roadblocks frustrate us, confuse us and deter us.
But there is hope if we first recognize what they are. Read More
Each week during piano lessons, my piano teacher must have been frustrated that I didn't practice enough that week yet I had enough talent to "get by" and move on to the next piece. Why was she frustrated? Because she knew I relied on talent. I had the wrong mindset. Does this sound familiar to you or someone you know? Read More
Why do most of your brilliant ideas happen while you're in the shower? Or when you're about to fall asleep? Or in your dreams...or while you're cooking...or while you're in class (or at the office) daydreaming?
There is an answer found in an exciting, emerging area of science. Read More
Because so many companies use Agile for some of their projects, I thought it would be fun to see if any principles can apply to screenwriting. If one thinks of a screenplay as a product, can focusing on working in smaller increments of time, being flexible to change, and getting feedback sooner work? Read More
Part 2.
Because so many companies use Agile for some of their projects, I thought it would be fun to see if any principles can apply to screenwriting. If one thinks of a screenplay as a product, can focusing on working in smaller increments of time, being flexible to change, and getting feedback sooner work? Read More
Essentially, there are three things to keep in mind when you embark on any creative endeavour aimed at the television makers and audience. Read More
If you want to work on the most important thing of the day, do it first thing. Writing in the morning may be difficult, but once you build it into your morning routine little by little, it will be as essential as brushing your teeth. Read More
Being a stickler about my story-breaking is one of the key reasons I've managed to sustain a 20+ year successful writing career. Read More
