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How to Write a Script

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ULTIMATE FORMATTING CHECKLIST

The top 20 formatting anomalies 
we see in spec scripts 
(and how to fix them)

REWRITE BEFORE & AFTER SAMPLES

Check out script examples in different genres before and after they've been rewritten by a script doctor. 
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BEST SCREENPLAYS TO READ

Reading scripts is essential. Here are the best screenplays to read and download in each genre.
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BEST SCREENWRITING BOOKS

Access our guide to the screenwriting books every aspiring screenwriter should read.
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HOW TO WRITE A SCREENPLAY

Discover the #1 skill you must master if you want to write a script that’s better than 90 percent of your competitors.
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HOW TO CREATE MOVIE IDEAS

Learn very the best way to brainstorm and come up with great movie ideas that you can turn into great scripts.
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BEST SCREENWRITING COURSES WORLDWIDE

Discover where to get some of the best screenwriting help in the world on these MFAs.
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HOW TO WRITE FOR TV

Discover how to become a TV writer for networks and cable with this series of step-by-step guides.
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HOW TO WRITE SHORT FILMS

Explore how writing and shooting short film scripts can help you break into Hollywood as a writer.

Selling a Screenplay

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PRODUCTION COMPANIES CHEAT SHEET

A Directory of 100 premier Hollywood production companies you need to know. 

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HOLLYWOOD'S TOP 100 MANAGERS DIRECTORY

100 verified screenwriting managers ready to greenlight your career.

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HOW TO BECOME A SCREENWRITER

Want to know how to become a screenwriter? Here are seven steps that will take you from newbie writer with no track record to making your first sale.
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HOW TO GET A SCREENWRITING AGENT

Demystify the process of how to get a screenwriting agent and manager once and for all.

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HOW TO SELL A SCREENPLAY

So, you’ve finally finished a script you’re proud of. Congrats! Now here are the very best six options to help you sell it. 

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BEST SCREENWRITING CONTESTS

There are so many screenwriting contests out there it can be hard to pick the right ones. We’ve done it for you.
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Writing Tools

SCREENWRITING CALENDAR FOR 2025
Our screenwriting calendar contains all the best screenwriting contests, awards, festivals, fellowships and labs in 2025.

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BEST FREE SOFTWARE   
Check out the best screenwriting software available on the market in our exhaustive comparison guide.
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BEST PAID SOFTWARE   
Check out the best screenwriting software available on the market in our exhaustive comparison guide.
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SCRIPT COVERAGE EXAMPLES
Just what is script coverage exactly? On this page, you can download a script coverage example of the various kinds used in the industry.
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