Do the Holidays always catch you off guard as much as they do for me? This year it's time to be ready and take them head-on. Many, like myself, simply react and do the best they can when the Holidays come around. This year, you can be ready, enjoy the Holidays to the fullest, and … Continue reading Keeping Your Focus During The Holidays
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How To Write A Horror Movie
You know what I find really scary...? Not being able to try all the monthly flavors of donuts at Sidecar Doughnuts before the month is over. I know... truly horrifying! It's the season for a good scary movie. If you'd like to write one, I've found the perfect article for you written by Sarah Dobbs … Continue reading How To Write A Horror Movie
Adaptations: Holding On To The Heart Of The Book
Pictured above are the two men who wrote Ready Player One, definitely one of my favorite films of the year. On the left is Zak Penn (writer of the adaptation), and on the right is Ernest Cline (writer of the novel). I've read the book, and watched the movie, and I love them both. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSp1dM2Vj48 These are two very different … Continue reading Adaptations: Holding On To The Heart Of The Book
Writing A Novel
This week, I'm posting up about something pretty cool. Books! I know I mostly post about film and television, because that's mainly my background. I love books too, and may be posting some interviews for them from time to time. I found a great article on the best resources for writing a novel. Check it … Continue reading Writing A Novel
The Best Horror Movies Of 2018
It's October, and that means scary movie time! I haven't seen all of these, but I can without a doubt attest to the quality of the top pick, A Quiet Place. I posted a great in-depth interview a while back you can find here: Bryan Woods and Scott Beck On Writing. We'll keep this one short and … Continue reading The Best Horror Movies Of 2018
Tips On Writing Your Screenplay With A Writing Partner
If you’re a writer, and aren’t doing it professionally yet, it’s time to understand that film and television are highly collaborative. I’ve done posts explaining that you have to give away your baby at some point, but never explored what it’s like to partner up with another writer. This is huge, and very important. There … Continue reading Tips On Writing Your Screenplay With A Writing Partner
Writing Comedy Gold
How do you write a good comedy? Don't try! Just get someone else to write it for you! Okay, you want to actually do it for yourself, and learn and grow as a person? I've got some great news for you. I'm providing an article based off of The Hangover that will give you some … Continue reading Writing Comedy Gold
Jerry Seinfeld’s Unbeatable Writing Method – Don’t Break The Chain
Today is a very simple, but very effective post. We're going to share a writing method called "Don't Break the Chain." The idea is simple as can be. Write every day, and make sure to make your progress very visible. Jerry uses a big calendar that goes right on his wall, and marks a big … Continue reading Jerry Seinfeld’s Unbeatable Writing Method – Don’t Break The Chain
Setting Good Writing Goals
Setting the proper writing goals can be incredibly challenging, especially if you don't know what works for you. What works for some writers very well may not work for you at all, leaving you scratching your head. Some writers say it's best to count words, others say it's best to count pages, and other writers … Continue reading Setting Good Writing Goals
How To Write An Action Movie
It's summer, and that means one thing, we're in action movie season. This is the time of the year all the big budget Hollywood movies come out to kick you in the face with a good time. Car chases, superheroes, martial arts, explosions, and to end it all there's always one person who can save … Continue reading How To Write An Action Movie
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