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Writing about Writing
Posts about general writing advice, industry observations, and more!


Mic
Feb 194 min read
Writing Advice Wednesday: When to Use ALL-CAPS in a Screenplay
Someone skim-reading your script is inevitable. Don’t let your important details get missed -- learn how to use ALL-CAPS effectively!
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Mic
Jul 26, 20247 min read
Killing Your Darlings
Sometimes a story WANT can seem like a story NEED, and vice versa! Using this revision tactic will help you determine which is which.
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Mic
May 4, 20246 min read
How to Write With the Screen in Mind (part 3 - character and scene descriptions)
You can so clearly see every little detail of your story in your mind; but how do you effectively express it in your action description?
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Mic
Apr 27, 20245 min read
How to Write With the Screen in Mind (part 2 - parentheticals)
Unnecessary parentheticals are the easiest thing to fix, but the hardest thing for writers to let go of. Learn why, and how you can fix this
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Mic
Apr 13, 20246 min read
How to Make Targeted and Smart Revisions
Heading into a revision, staying focused is crucial in order to not lose sight of your creative idea. Here are some tips to stay focused...
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Mic
Mar 3, 20243 min read
Get To The Point! (Writing Effective Action Description)
Sometimes literary flair can enhance a script. Other times, it distracts from what's most important: the story.
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