Five-Act Structure
The Five-Act Structure is a key aspect of dramatic storytelling. The tradition stretches as far back as the ancient Greeks, and it’s […]
What is a Short Film?
Every screenwriter dreams to one day have their own feature length film on the big screen. Regardless of how grand that goal […]
Screenwriting Classes: What to Look for
Whether you are new to the craft of screenwriting, or perhaps stuck somewhere in the middle of your manuscript, the thought of […]
How Many Words in a Chapter?
Authors often struggle to figure out when to add chapter breaks and how to properly split up their novel or memoir. A […]
Foreshadowing examples
Can you recall some of the most well-executed foreshadowing examples in books you’ve read? Or in your favorite films? In a great […]
Stream-of-consciousness prompt resource
build a habit of daily writing with 21 days of prompts stream-of-consciousness writing prompts “Like priming a motor, I sit down each […]
How to Write a Logline
A logline is the first chance your screenplay gets to make an impression. After months of outlining, writing the rough draft, and […]
What is Creative Writing? How to Shape Ideas into Art
Creative writing invites writers to move beyond facts and formulas, using imagination and craft to shape ideas into compelling stories. Even though […]
“Save the Cat” Story Structure: A Screenwriter’s Practical Guide
One structure model designed specifically for screenwriters is Blake Snyder’s “Save the Cat!” If you’ve been in one of my workshops, you’ll […]
