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Story. Screenplay. Sale.
Most ‘gurus’ each have their own area of expertise and angle of attack, they each follow their own agenda. And with every new light shed on the craft, different people may see that light. Don’t they ever contradict each other? And if they do, which truth do YOU choose? Screenwriting is a dynamic craft. What … Read more

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You’ve got your hot little script in your hands. What next? How do you get it to see the light of day? Pitch it. Steven Fernandez has been there, done that and shares some essential tips in face-to-face pitching. Hello fellow writers! I am going to pass along tips on pitching your film or TV … Read more
You may have written these fabulous dramatic scenes. If they don’t play within a larger story context, your work may still feel shallow and be easily forgotten.
If, however, you create a complex dramatic fabric, the audience will feel that what they are seeing is larger than the scene they’re in. It will keep them engaged and make your story powerful and memorable.

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