06 Dec

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How to Write a Film Script: A Short Guide to Writing a Film You Can Actually Make – A Personal Review When I stumbled upon How to Write a Film Script: A Short Guide to Writing a Film You Can Actually Make by the author, I felt an instant spark of excitement. Here’s a book that promises not just the what and how of screenwriting but also the all-important “can actually make” part. As someone who has always harbored dreams of writing a script, the pragmatic nature of this...

21 Nov

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Revisiting the Foundations: A Personal Reflection on Screenplay: The Foundations of Screenwriting When I first stumbled upon Screenplay: The Foundations of Screenwriting by Syd Field, I was drawn in by the promise of a “bible” for aspiring screenwriters, a title that comes with a weight of expectation. Having dabbled in writing myself, the idea of crafting captivating narratives has always been close to my heart, yet the daunting intricacies of screenplay structure felt like a formidable wall. It was here that Field's classic guide stepped in, illuminating the path...

22 Sep

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Review of Writing About Movies by Eric W. Smith When I first picked up Writing About Movies, I couldn’t help but reflect on my own journey as a film enthusiast and budding writer. The world of cinema has always captivated me, and I’ve dabbled in writing my own critiques, yet I often found myself lost in technical jargon and theoretical concepts. That's where Eric W. Smith’s insightful guide comes into play, and let me tell you, it is truly a gem waiting to be discovered. From the very beginning, Writing...

16 Sep

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Unlocking the Craft: A Journey Through 'Scriptnotes' As a perennial student of storytelling, I often find myself perusing the shelves for resources that can elevate my writing craft, especially in screenwriting. When I stumbled upon Scriptnotes: A Book About Screenwriting and Things That Are Interesting to Screenwriters by John August and Craig Mazin, I felt a spark of excitement. Having tuned into their acclaimed podcast for years, it was thrilling to see their insights and expertise distilled into book form. It's like finding a well-stocked toolkit just when you...

04 Aug

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Book Review: Save the Cat! Writes a Young Adult Novel by Jessica Brody As a lifelong fan of the young adult genre, when I stumbled upon Save the Cat! Writes a Young Adult Novel by Jessica Brody, I felt a spark of excitement. Would this be the guide that finally helped me transition from an aspiring writer to someone truly crafting engaging stories for teens? With her prior works having garnered a loyal following, I couldn't help but hope that this book held the key to unlocking the complexities...

15 Jul

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Save the Cat! Writes a Young Adult Novel: A Cautionary Tale for Aspiring Writers When I first stumbled upon Save the Cat! Writes a Young Adult Novel by Jessica Brody, I was immediately intrigued. As a lifelong fan of YA fiction, I thought this book might be the perfect guide tailored to my writing aspirations. After all, who doesn’t want to unlock the secrets of crafting a compelling YA narrative using the renowned Save the Cat! screenwriting model? But, as it turns out, taking this leap of faith...

18 Jun

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Review of Save the Cat! Writes a Novel: The Last Book On Novel Writing You'll Ever Need by Jessica Brody As an aspiring novelist constantly on the lookout for insights to enhance my craft, Jessica Brody's Save the Cat! Writes a Novel caught my eye. I’ve long admired Blake Snyder's approach to storytelling, and this book is like a warm invitation to delve deeper into the world of novel writing through his celebrated "Save the Cat!" structure. What intrigued me was not just the promise of a practical guide...