Perfectionism is the voice of the oppressor, the enemy of the people. It will keep you cramped and insane your whole life, and it is the main obstacle between you and a shitty first draft. I think perfectionism is based on the obsessive belief that if you run carefully enough, hitting each stepping-stone just right, … Continue reading QOTD
Author: wadewade
QOTD
Feydeau’s one rule of playwriting: Character A: My life is perfect as long as I don’t see Character B. Knock Knock. Enter Character B. John Guare
QOTD
In baiting a mousetrap with cheese, always leave room for the mouse. Greek Proverb
The DSM for Writers
I suffer from way too many of these... The DSM for Writers
QOTD
When in doubt have a man come through the door with a gun in his hand. Raymond Chandler
QOTD
When I'm writing, I'm trying to immerse myself in the chaos of an emotional experience, rather than separate myself from it and look back at it from a distance with clarity and tell it as a story. Because that's how life is lived, you know? Charlie Kaufman
QOTD
"Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up." Pablo Picasso
Back to School Sale (for Grown-ups!)
The kids are back in school and you've finally got some alone time. Why not make use of it? We've got a SALE going on through the end of September. 10% OFF all memberships - Premium, Regular, Half Membership, whatever works for you, just join by the end of the month and you'll get 10% … Continue reading Back to School Sale (for Grown-ups!)
Let’s Barter!
We are looking for a writer who is savvy with PR/marketing to help grow our business in exchange for a free place to write. theOffice is a well-established, quiet, communal workspace on 26th Street in Santa Monica. You can see our space at http://www.theofficeonline.com. We have many A-list Hollywood screenwriters, novelists, attorneys, web developers, students … Continue reading Let’s Barter!
And the winner is…
Thanks to all who "liked" our Facebook page in July. We've chosen the free month winner and it is... Will Richter! Congrats Will. We look forward to having you as a guest. And to everyone, if you haven't already, be sure to head over to the book and give us a like. We won't crowd your … Continue reading And the winner is…
