Screenwriters have looked to classical mythology for inspiration ever since the dawn of cinema – and there’s a good reason, too.

Mythology has successfully stood the test of time because of the way the characters, themes, and …

Update: If you’re one of many who feel Twilight was one of the best stories ever to pass your eyes, ears, and heart – especially with that dreamy Edward character – since Harry Potter, Romeo …

So, what’s you story? Answer this question and you’ll probably include a bit about where you came from, where you are, and where you’re going. The first portion of this answer is your character backstory.
The …

Here’s a quick list of things that will impress the script reader who is assigned your screenplay. It’s all pretty basic.
1. Simple presentation
Keep the cover of your script as blank as possible. In other words: …

A few new ideas for screenwriters interested in writing the cross-media screenplay. Use the 3x3x3 structure, create 4-D characters, and retain control.

If you’re reading this post then you’re a character with a goal. Your goal may be anything from ‘learn how to write better characters’ or simply ‘pass the time’ because you can’t seem to write …

So before we delve further into this topic, let’s talk about what a cross-media project is. I think Yoda sums it up pretty well:
“Life creates it, makes it grow. It’s energy surrounds us and binds …