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Economy of words is important in all forms of writing, but none more so than with screenwriting. See some of what it takes to move from reject pile to the producer’s office. Continue reading
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Best Writing Software Since the Word Processor
Word processing software changed the world of the writer. Changes were now easy. But what about the writing craft itself? While many have tried, only now has software been developed that can truly help the writer as they are creating. Continue reading
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10 Tips on Critiquing for Writers and Readers
Writers often talk about needing readers during certain stages of the writing process. Perhaps the better word would be “critiquers” (I would say “critic”, but that has bad connotations). These are the brave souls who read unfinished works and give their opinions about it. Seems easy, but it really isn’t. Continue reading
But I Don’t Wanna Rewrite!
Rewriting is a pain in the arse. There’s no getting around it. It’s time-consuming and often tedious. When you’re rewriting yourself, it’s even more difficult. Still, this is a huge part of the craft of writing. All writers have to become good at it. Continue reading
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Building a Story – Part 4: Building the Plot
Now that the pieces are in place, elements of plot are developed. Continue reading
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