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Bridge the Gap: Scene Transitions That Work in Any Medium
Ever read a book that gave you literary whiplash? One minute you’re in a steamy bedroom scene, the next you’re[…]
Playing with Genre: Two Exercises to Shock Your Muse Awake
Let’s face it: genres are like those friends who insist on using TikTok slang in professional emails. They mean well,[…]
The Essential Divide: Why Television and Film Are Not As Interchangeable As You Might Think
Ever watch a movie that felt like six different stories crammed into two hours, leaving you emotionally exhausted but somehow[…]
When the Words Won’t Come: A Survival Guide for Stuck Writers
Ever stared at a blank page so long you swear it’s staring back? That white void mocking you with its[…]
Online Workshops 2025
A diverse collection of workshop offerings devised to provide you with the tools you’ll need to deepen your story and[…]
From Ancient Fires to Cool Screens
Why Conflict Keeps Us Reading and Watching “I am the one who knocks!” Walter White stands in his kitchen, his[…]
The Workshop Effect: Where Good Stories Become Great
It’s hard to concentrate on creative work these days when every notification brings fresh anxiety and the news cycle feels[…]
Beyond Archetypes: Creating Characters That Crack the Code
? Pop quiz: What’s the difference between plot and story? If you said “Same thing, different name,” congratulations – you’re[…]
The Art of the Story Rollercoaster
Why Great Tales Need Both Drama and Comedy Ever ride a rollercoaster that only went up? Or one that plummeted[…]
The Power of Perfect Timing: Why Great Scenes Start Late and End Early
Let’s talk about dramatic entrances and swift exits – and no, I don’t mean your last awkward dinner party. In[…]
5 Essential Elements of a Compelling TV Pilot (and How to Master Them)
We’ll be diving into more detail when the course begins July 9th (still a few seats available to sign up),[…]