Story Development

What makes a holiday movie a holiday movie? In essence, holiday movies are about more than just tinsel and snow. They capture universal themes that resonate deeply with global audiences.

Subtext adds depth, intrigue, and emotional resonance. Whether it’s a flicker of doubt in a character’s expression or a loaded pause before a line of dialogue, subtext invites audiences to …

Diving into what makes a classic romantic comedy, and how their contemporary counterparts have shaken things up since. Plus, we’ll be offering our tip tips for crafting your own timeless …

The first draft is the foundation of our creative process, where our ideas tumble out unfiltered, characters come to life in expected ways, and our story begins to take shape.

A romantic comedy is, at its core, the perfect balance of comedy and romance. Though these are two contrasting genres, when done well, together they create both a heartwarming and …

A chat with C.J. about her creative journey, what sparked the idea for her novel, her teaching philosophies, and her advice for writers tackling some of the most challenging aspects …

When it comes to crafting powerful stories, few elements are as crucial as the characters that drive them. Whether you’re drafting a novel, screenplay or play, your characters are the …

Why conflict is essential is drama, break down the different types of conflict you can use in your stories, and how some of the most successful movies and TV shows …

While it’s possible to develop scripts quickly, others can take years of thought, revision and rewriting.Exploring just why that is, and offer you an insight into the creative process, with …

Diving into the art of writing a drama screenplay and how you can create compelling characters, a powerful narrative and dialogue that’ll keep your audience on the edge of their …