A few months ago, I gave a reading at a local bookstore. A small but enthusiastic crowd attended, and I confessed to the audience filled with emerging writers that I had, in my 20s and early 30s, stopped writing for eight years, and that I had accepted I’d never write again. Then someone asked, … Continue reading In-Depth Look – Julia Fierro
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Rules for Writing Fiction – Neil Gaiman
"The world always seems brighter when you've just made something that wasn't there before." What a wonderful and inspiring way to look at writing. Neil Gaiman has become quite a literary icon. My first introduction to his work was through his graphic novel, "The Sandman," which is a great read. The studios have been trying … Continue reading Rules for Writing Fiction – Neil Gaiman
In-Depth Look – Jackie Chan
https://youtu.be/Z1PCtIaM_GQ There's no question about how powerful a good edit can be in film. Editing, is another form of writing, in fact a whole film can be rewritten in the editing room. Here's an amazing 9 minute deconstruction on how Jackie Chan has mastered the Action Comedy, and the difference between American and Chinese … Continue reading In-Depth Look – Jackie Chan
In-Depth Look – Ridley Scott
Summer starts in the beginning of May now, at least according to the film industry. If you're looking forward to some good summer blockbusters, it's definitely that time of the year. Things are starting to ramp up with the release of "Alien: Covenant." It's Ridley Scott's first return to the series since the original "Alien" … Continue reading In-Depth Look – Ridley Scott
Friday Fun – Character’s With Depth
Real people have layers to them, and so do well written characters. These are fun examples, but they're also really interesting. They definitely give the improv actors on the show some very interesting things to do and say! If you're having trouble with writing characters you may want to look at people in your life, … Continue reading Friday Fun – Character’s With Depth
Quote of the Day – Asha Dornfest
This quote spoke to me today. There are many stories to be told. Let's say you've been working on a story. You're really getting into it, and it's starting to feel like it's becoming something. You tell one of your friends what the story is about and then you hear this, "that sounds just like … Continue reading Quote of the Day – Asha Dornfest
Friday Fun – Research
One point I forgot to make of yesterday's super important topic of research. If you do too good of a job the CIA might come after you. Get the facts right though! Totally worth it.
Quote of the Day – Robert McKee
Research is very important in writing. Right now we live in a world where many people aren't checking their facts before speaking or writing. Fake news has become a major problem because of this, and makes it easier than ever to mistake fact for fiction. It's important to check facts, and make sure you're not a … Continue reading Quote of the Day – Robert McKee
In-Depth Interview – James Gunn
"Guardians of the Galaxy 2" comes out this weekend, and I'm very excited for it. Adaptations are really tough, especially writing one with so many talented people attached. When there are only 2 hours to cram action, drama, laughs, and more action into a film... it's needless to say it's very difficult to juggle all … Continue reading In-Depth Interview – James Gunn
Friday Fun – Shower Thoughts
Inspiration, for me, usually comes when I'm not looking for it. When I'm driving, taking a shower, or going to bed. I've heard the reason for this is because this is when your brain decides to organize things. A couple of ideas run into each other, and BAM! Your story just got a whole lot … Continue reading Friday Fun – Shower Thoughts
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