Creativity is precious. It needs to be cherished and nurtured. I encourage writers to put their hearts, issues, beliefs and voice into their writing. I help them find their gifts and their messages for the world. I believe each person has a unique perspective that needs support to shine. In order to get hired in … Read more
The Dos, don’ts and no, you didn’ts of Bold, Underlined, Italics and CAPS in scripts. Who would think that bolding or underling in a script could cause so much controversy. Scripts that utilize these tools are looked down upon as being falsely showy, immature or reaching. But bold, italics, CAPS and underlining are fast becoming … Read more
“I like the word gumption because it’s so homely and so forlorn and so out of style it looks as if it needs a friend.” – Robert Pirsig, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance Many writers, particularly those just starting out, believe that talent paired with desire are the one-two punch required to be … Read more
Eighty percent of television shows are bought based on existing material called “Intellectual Property.” These projects have a built in fan base and therefore, are more commercial. But what if you can’t afford to buy or option IP? There are stories in public domain that are popular and reknown. Think about what “Once Upon A Time” did with Fairy Tales. You could adapt something with a lovable protagonist and a proven story. To see the list…