Writing about Writing

Your protagonist’s emotional arc isn’t just extra depth for your story, it IS your story. So how do you connect it to your physical plot?

In honor of 1 year of my blog, let's take it back to where it began: my first two posts! (aka everything you need to know about structure)

What makes a show bingeworthy? YOUNGER may have the perfect formula for success.

Your first 15 pages can make or break your script. Learn how to hook your audience fast—or risk their eternal boredom. 🔥🎬

A musical, courtroom drama, and psychological thriller walk into a bar. The result is Folie à Deux, and it's better than the original Joker.

What works in the Heathers musical? What doesn't work in the original film? What makes both of them shine in their own ways? Read on to see!

How would THE FALL GUY fare if submitted for coverage? Find out in this post, and gain some insight into the story analysis process!

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...

The low point is the start of the most predictable part of a movie. What can you do to make it more effective?

"Story structure is built on vibes." To be honest: that's not entirely wrong. This "vibe" can be determined...

"If writing a screenplay is the cops, and storytelling in your life is your lawyer, it makes more sense why some of us hate story structure"