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Tag: creative inspiration
Quote of the Day – Aristotle
Aristotle was a wise man. It may be a good idea to take critiques seriously. You never know, someone's critique may be just the thing your story needs. Here's some great tips on how to take criticism as a writer: Writer's Digest: 4 Ways to Take Criticism Like a Pro
In-Depth Interview – Luke Davies
This week's interview takes a look at Oscar nominated writer, Luke Davies. He wrote the adapted screenplay for "Lion." He's most well-known for his "Candy," "Life," and his most recent film, "Lion." He's also known as a poet and novelist. "If you aren’t familiar with Lion, it’s based on the true story of a young … Continue reading In-Depth Interview – Luke Davies
Friday Fun – Punctuation
It would have been so simple to get some proper help if she just used a comma.
Quote of the Day – Damon Lindelof
This blog is focused on inspiration, and that applies to all types of writers, whether they've made it or not. When you're put under the limelight things can change, especially if you write a hit. A lot of writers don't know what to do in this scenario, or they don't know how to react. It … Continue reading Quote of the Day – Damon Lindelof
In-Depth Interview – Taylor Sheridan
The next writer of the week goes to another Oscar nominated writer, Taylor Sheridan. His newest movie, "Hell or High Water," has been nominated for Best Original Screenplay. Taylor is a fairly new writer in Hollywood, and is only known for his other hit, "Sicario." It's an amazing movie if you haven't seen it. Prior … Continue reading In-Depth Interview – Taylor Sheridan
Friday Fun – Focus
It seems like every time I get into my groove... THIS happens. My mind is like, "Ohhhh, you want to write that story about imaginary friends? Aliens are really cool. Why don't you write about them? They have lasers, and flying saucers, and they're slimy! Aliens aliens aliens aliens......" Well I do love aliens...
The War of Art
Here are some of the best quote's from Steven Pressfield's excellent book, The War of Art. “If you find yourself asking yourself (and your friends), "Am I really a writer? Am I really an artist?" chances are you are. The counterfeit innovator is wildly self-confident. The real one is scared to death.” “Are you paralyzed … Continue reading The War of Art
Meditation on Ruin
by Jay Hopler It’s not the lost lover that brings us to ruin, or the barroom brawl, or the con game gone bad, or the beating Taken in the alleyway. But the lost car keys, The broken shoelace, The overcharge at the gas pump Which we broach without comment — these are the things that eat … Continue reading Meditation on Ruin
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