New Service: Mentorship Program
I’m excited to announce a new service I am offering. Are you working on a script and need some guidance?
Is Script Coverage for me?
Often when writers have completed their script, they often question if they should get coverage on their script or not.
From the Inciting Incident to the Point of No Return (end of act 1)
Previously I’ve covered the ordinary world (also known as the Set Up) and the theme. Now is the most important
The Importance of Theme
Every movie has a lesson, whether it’s noticeable or not. Without a theme, there is no purpose to the film.
Top 5 Mistakes Screenwriters Make
When it comes to screenwriting, a lot of us make those easy to make mistakes. As a script consultant, I
Creating Suspense
With Halloween just a day away, now is a perfect time to talk about creating suspense in your film. in
What Professional Script Readers Look For in a Script
As someone who has had their script looked at by script readers in the industry, I can tell you that
Characters Needs vs Wants
When it comes to developing a character for your script, it’s important to distinguish their needs vs their wants in
Scene Description vs Character Description
Before jumping into the action of a scene, there are two important things I’ve noticed screenwriters don’t necessarily do. They
Setting the Tone for your Genre
When it comes to screenwriting, it’s important to set the tone directed towards your genre, whether it’s a comedy, a
How to Focus on Writing Your Script
Let’s face it, there are lots of distractions when it comes to writing. Whether you are attached to your mobile
B Story: The “Love” Story
Now that you’ve reached the second act of your script, it’s important to have your B Story at least 30
Writers Corner: Should I Get Feedback??
So let’s say you finished your first draft of your screenplay and you’ve made a few changes to it. You’re
Loglines: What’s it All About?
If you’ve scrolled around on IMDB, chances are you’ve seen a bunch of loglines. What is a logline? Why do
Beat Sheets: The Most Effective Tool for your Script
If you’ve already perfected your logline, the next step is to write a beat sheet. Without having a beat sheet,
Expanding the Ordinary World
When you’re writing a screenplay, it’s important to get the reader hooked somewhere in the first 10 pages. As a