Screenwriting managers list of the top 100 Hollywood management companies. This is a comprehensive list of the top screenwriting managers and literary management companies currently working (mainly in Hollywood) who are worth submitting queries to. There are over 100 managers on the list, and the best news is that each one is looking for new writers […]
Short film ideas: A practical (& easy) way to generate ideas to shoot. Generally, with short film ideas, when you have a great one, you know it. It’s those movie ideas that just “pop” and feel right. And everyone who you tell it to thinks it’s a great idea for a short movie too. We’ll […]
How to write a TV pilot script like a pro. So you want to learn how to write a TV pilot script? Good call. The market’s growing. Writers rule in television. And you probably need a pilot TV show in your arsenal anyway to increase your options. The problem is the world of TV can […]
How to write a screenplay: the 5 steps most beginners skip. You may have read a few posts on how to write a screenplay that go something like this: • Learn how to format a screenplay... • Write a logline, synopsis and treatment... • Write a first draft, then rewrite it, then rewrite it again... […]
7 best screenwriting pitch sites to help you sell your script. Once you’ve written the “perfect script,” there’s nothing you want more than to get it out there and into the right hands. The problem is, how? A technique that’s become extremely popular among aspiring screenwriters is to utilize the services of an online screenwriting pitch […]
34 Best Screenwriting Websites Every Writer Should Know Welcome to our handpicked rundown of the best screenwriting websites we think you should be super familiar with as a writer. We've personally used each one of these sites and they're guaranteed to help either your writing craft or career, so let’s dive right on in. Here's […]
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 […]
