From Nostalgia to Now: The Unstoppable Rise of TV Show Reboots, Remakes and Spin-Offs
Everyone has their favorite TV show that they cannot get enough of. With box sets coming out of our ears, the rise of streaming services, and conversation on social... Read more.
The Best and Worst Character Arcs in Modern TV and Film
A well-developed arc can work wonders for audience engagement in our screenplays, turning them either into a fan-favorite or most-hated. Crafting relatable and interesting... Read more.
The Bear, The Batman, and Barbie: Starting Strong in Storytelling
Whether you’re writing a short piece of fiction, a novel, poem, or screenplay, the general rule of thumb is to hook your audience. That hook could come in the... Read more.
TV Pilots: Why Some Succeed and Others Don’t
What makes a TV pilot tick? Which ones are successful, and why? Which ones fail to inspire audiences, and why? ... Read more.
A Complete Guide to Selling Your Script and Landing Writing Gigs (Right Now!)
...how do you start? Which route is the one for you? You’ll never know until you try! What you do need to know is that the screenwriting game is an unpredictable... Read more.
Sitcom Showdown: Modern Sitcoms and Their Global Counterparts
Explore the key differences between US and UK sitcoms—from humor and pacing to structure and tone—with examples from both sides of the Atlantic.... Read more.
Crafting Visual Masterpieces:Storyboarding Lessons from Alien: Romulus
Are you a screenwriter keen to take the plunge into directing and producing? You’renot alone as more and more writers use their skills to bring their screenplays... Read more.
Character Foil: The Secret Ingredient for Dynamic Duos in Screenwriting
So, you’ve written a flawed, multi-layered protagonist who has clear motivations, wants, and needs. You’ve presented them authentically on the page with a clear... Read more.
Screenplay Format Essentials: How to Professionally Structure Your Script
You just can’t stop that killer movie idea darting around your mind, just refusing to go anywhere. It’s time to put your ideas onto paper (or screen) and start... Read more.
What is Writer’s Block, and Why Does it Happen?
Feeling stuck? Learn what writer’s block really is, where it comes from, and how to move forward—one word at a time.... Read more.