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As we all know, whether it’s on paper or a computer, writing can lead to a very sedentary lifestyle. While writing is safer than many occupations, it can still lead to unhealthy habits and even harmful injuries. Here’s how to…

By: Jonathan WilliamsOne thing that is rarely discussed and frequently overlooked is the idea of a writer’s portfolio. I bring this up only because if only because, despite its importance, ready, few unproduced writers seem to regularly maintain a polished collection…

Any writer worth their salt understands that great stories come from the unlikelist of places. And as it so happens, sometimes that even includes Twitter.We've seen it before. Take the viral sensation that erupted from a picture of Rihanna and Lupita Nyong’o at the…

By: Beverly PedersWhile most articles touch on every writing program from Final Draft to Movie Magic Screenwriter, outlining the benefits of each and which best to use, we all know there’s more to writing than just the program the script…

1.) GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS written by David MametWhat we learn: Specificity makes dialogue work.It’s hard to talk about dialogue and not include David Mamet, and Glengarry Glen Ross is quintessential Mamet in all his glory. This play turned film shows…

By: Jonathan JamesComedy, for all its greatness, gets a bad rap. Why is it that in entertainment we are so quick to laud those films which make us weep and cry but not laugh? Even the awards circuit has a history…

By: Beverly PedersEver since TV shows began crossover episodes, different “worlds” have become linked in ways that expands them. While cinematic universes have claimed to be around for a long time ago, Marvel is the first to create a trend…

Once again, thank you to everyone who entered. You've supported Books for Kids with almost $3,000 this season of Diverse Voices; we're extremely excited to support this amazing organization. We encourage everyone to check out this program and all they're doing.This Diverse…

By: Beverly PedersFor those screenwriters who play video games or have discovered the wonders of Twine, a free interactive and non-linear story mapping site, you may have teased the idea of adapting a favorite video game to film. Sounds easy…