I recently had the privilege of speaking with Umar Turaki—filmmaker, producer, and author of the upcoming novel Every Drop of Blood is Red, releasing on November 12th. This is not his first foray into fiction—his debut novel, Such a Beautiful Thing to Behold, garnered critical praise for its rich storytelling. But Umar’s creative journey spans far beyond literature. He’s also a filmmaker whose dedication to telling authentic, homegrown stories from his Nigerian heritage has shaped his career.

Introduction It’s that time of year again. The leaves are turning, the temperature drops, and we’re all ready for pumpkin-spice lattes and the winds of winter coming our way. Now…

The five-act structure has remained relevant for modern storytellers across multiple mediums. So whether you’re writing a novel or a screenplay, it provides a strong foundation for complex, character-driven stories. With the seemingly unending number of streaming services and easily accessible content, the five-act structure is built to keep audiences engaged and wanting more.

As sci-fi continues to be a huge Hollywood fixture, in today’s article, we will explore the world of sci-fi adaptations, discover the themes audiences are going crazy for, how adaptations come about in the first place, and what we can learn from them as screenwriters.

Introduction With Halloween just around the corner, I had the chance to chat with Brandon Robinson, a director, writer, producer, and founder of Imagination Upgraded, a creative production company. Brandon’s…

When writing a screenplay, it’s natural for us to focus on the plot, characters, dialogue and formatting. But when it comes to sending our scripts out into the wider world, the title page is usually the last point that’s considered. 

It wouldn’t be strange to wonder whether a title page actually makes a difference in how our scripts are received, especially with the vastness of Hollywood today and the sheer number of screenwriters trying to make their mark.