storytelling 101

Internal conflict drives character growth. Learn how to write believable struggles that reveal your character’s deepest fears and motivations.

Discover how sub-genres add nuance and originality to your screenplay. Learn how to mix, match, and refine genres to craft stories that stand out.

Discover the essential horror character archetypes — from the Final Girl to the Doomed Mentor — and learn how to use them in your script.

Discover essential literary devices for screenwriters with examples and tips. Learn how to use metaphor, foreshadowing, symbolism, and more.

Explore how folklore shapes storytelling and screenwriting. See how myths and legends can inspire themes, characters, and plots.

Explore how metaphors can add depth and meaning to your screenplay. Learn how writers use metaphor to strengthen themes, characters, and storytelling.

Explore the protagonist vs. antagonist dynamic in storytelling, with film and TV examples that showcase how this core conflict drives every great story.

Understanding genre helps you shape audience expectations and strengthen your story. Learn how to use genre to guide your screenwriting.

Learn how to create a compelling antagonist that challenges your hero and drives your story forward. Explore tips, traits, and examples.

Confused about story vs. plot? Learn the difference, why both matter in screenwriting, and how to use them together to craft powerful scripts.