50 of the best TV scripts to download and study to improve your writing. Just like in our post on the best screenplays to read, we’ve broken down our list of the best TV scripts into the following categories: • Drama • Comedy • Action/Adventure • Thriller • Horror If you want to learn how […]
8 best non-screenwriting books that will help you become a screenwriter. When most aspiring screenwriters decide to pick up a book that’ll help them break into the industry, it’s usually a screenwriting one. (You can read our selection here of the best screenwriting books to read.) But you’re not “most” screenwriters. You’re a writer who […]
What is a script consultant? A complete guide for aspiring writers. What’s one thing smart aspiring screenwriters have in common with professional screenwriters? They get feedback on their work by industry professionals before sending it work off anywhere important—like to a manager, producer or studio executive. One great option often used by aspiring writers is […]
How to Write a Dramedy Script: The Secret Sauce to Greatness. This article will discuss the fundamentals of how to write a dramedy for both movies and TV. We'll explore the commonly asked question, “What does 'dramedy' really mean?” before delving into a comprehensive breakdown of the major components a writer should know/learn for a […]
Script coverage: an introduction. You’ve finally written the words “fade out” on your script, but how do you know if it's good enough to send out into the industry? The tried and trusted way is to first get feedback in the form of "script coverage" on your story. This article, therefore, is a comprehensive, no […]
Script Development 101: Option Agreements, Development Deals & More. Confused about the script development process once a script starts to gain some "heat" from the industry? Baffled by option agreements? Not sure what a spec development deal is? In this post we cover the essentials every aspiring screenwriter MUST know about the business side of […]
How to write a flashback in a script. Wanna know how to write a flashback in a script the right way? Great, because some of the most memorable moments in cinema history have been flashbacks. From Alvy’s iconic “seems like old times” montage at the end of Annie Hall, to Cheryl’s painful memories of her […]
How to write a montage in a script: a quick and dirty guide. We’ve seen them in countless movies and TV shows, but knowing how to write a montage in a script is another matter altogether. • Just what is a montage exactly? • How should you format a montage in a screenplay? • How […]
20 best drama script examples to download and read for free. Writing a drama script is a great way to showcase your character development skills—and, notoriously, practically all Oscar and Nicholl contest winners are drama screenplays. But in order to reach that level, it’s super important to read as many drama scripts as you can. With […]
How to write a script for a short film: a 9-step guide. Ever considered writing a short film as a way into Hollywood? As a screenwriter, you might think that your only ticket to a career is by writing a low to mid-budget spec or a studio blockbuster. But in reality, an immediate (and practical) […]