How to Query 100 Production Companies [Free eBook Directory] There are a ton of TV and film producers looking for scripts. The problem is getting your (exceptional) script to them. Ever had a conversation similar to this?: That’s right. Keep reading below to download our FREE Production Companies Cheat Sheet eBook. It breaks down the […]
Best screenwriting podcasts: 36 shows that'll help you break in. If you're looking for the best screenwriting podcasts to enhance your understanding of the craft and business of writing, here's our choice of the top 36. After the list, we round up some episodes from these screenwriting podcasts according to subject matter—giving you the best […]
How to rewrite a script: a hands-on master checklist. You’ve probably heard advice on how to rewrite a screenplay that goes something like this: • “Leave room for discovery as you go along” • “Make a list of what needs fixing, and fix it” • “Don’t pull any punches with your rewrite. Kill your darlings!” […]
20 horror scripts to download and take your horror writing to the next level. Below you'll find twenty classic horror scripts that every screenwriter who wants to write horror should study. We’re massive proponents of finding the best screenplays to read in order to improve your writing craft. So, if you're a budding horror writer (or […]
How to write for TV: a step-by-step guide to starting your career as a TV writer. As an aspiring screenwriter, you may have noticed there’s quite a bit of confusing information out there regarding writing for television. In this post, we’re also going to dispel many of the myths and confusion surrounding writing TV scripts. […]
How to master screenplay structure: the #1 technique nobody talks about. [The following post on script structure is an extract from our book: Master Screenplay Sequences - Revolutionize Your Understanding Of Screenplay Structure.] Traditional 3-act screenplay structure goes something like this: A protagonist is landed with a problem in Act 1 (the set up.) He/she […]
Discover how to win screenwriting grants and fellowships to fund your career. Application strategies, top programs, and what judges really want to see. Here it is. The words are down on paper. Energy pours into every scene. Yet something remains missing. Cash. That covers rent during rewrites. That pays for a seat at the big […]
How to write a synopsis for a movie. If you want to learn how to write and sell a script, you must also learn how to write a synopsis. A movie is based on a screenplay, but that screenplay is based on a story. And a story in its purest form can be found in […]
Download the 20 best action scripts for free and learn from the pros. If you are a budding action/adventure writer, you’ve picked a great genre and should be reading as many of the best action scripts and adventure scripts as possible. Study them. Break them down. Note how the action scenes are handled on the […]
Want to know how to sell a screenplay in today's tough market? So, you’ve finally finished a script you’re proud of. Congrats. But are you now trying to figure out how to sell a screenplay? In this post, we're going to take a look at the very best six options to help you do just that. […]
