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writing guide
LEARN SCRIPT SKILLS
Tips to become a functioning writer and get your work distributed
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LEARN HOW TO KEEP TRACK OF YOUR DRAFTS
Tips For How To Write And Edit Your First Few Drafts
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ARTICLE INDEX
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SCRIPT 101
0.1- HOW TO START SCRIPT WRITING ( BACK TO BASICS GUIDE)
0.2- THE DRAFTING SYSTEM (GETTING TO KNOW THE WGA COLOUR DRAFTING SYSTEM)
0.3- JOINING YOUR WRITERS GUILD ( & OTHER WAYS TO COPYRIGHT YOUR SCRIPT)
0.4- THE ART OF REJECTION ( HOW TO HANDLE REJECTION LIKE A BOSS )
FILM
0.1 - WHY DUMBASSES MAKE THE BEST HEROE'S
0.2 - HOW TO WRITE A SCRIPT FOR SHORT FILM
0.3 - HOW TO WRITE AND DIRECT YOUR OWN DOCUMENTARY
0.4 - HOW TO WRITE A BEAT SHEET
TELEVISION
0.2. - HOW TO WRITE A COLD OPEN
0.3 - HOW TO WRITE A GREAT PILOT EPISODE
RADIO
0.1 - HOW TO FORMAT YOUR RADIO SCRIPT
0.2 - THE FREEDOM OF WRITING FOR RADIO
0.3 WRITING ACTION SCENES FOR AUDIO
0.4 - HOW TO CREATE MEANINGFUL DIALOGUE
THEATRE
0.1 - CRAFTING ENGAGING MALE AND FEMALE CHARACTERS FOR PERFORMANCE
0.2 - HOW TO WRITE STAGE DIRECTIONS
0.4 - HOW TO WRITE A ONE MAN PLAY
BOOKS
ARTICLES AND MORE....
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EDITORS CHOICE ARTICLE
EDITORS CHOICE ARTICLE
Written by our featured contributor Thomas Gardner BBC documentary film maker this article explores his journey from acting to writing and filmmaking from an unusual source after being the last documentarian to correspond with serial killer IAN BRADY. Find this article by following the image link
A fantastic introspective article delving into the world of tv writing with soap writer Ross Wenham. This article explores how to create a pilot episode so set up your series and keep your audience addicted to your story.
This article from experienced Manchester ADP writer and editor Josh Stoddard gives an in depth look into the world of TV series and how to plan your seasons world
ARTICLE'S TO START YOUR WRITING
FOR NEWBIES MAKE SURE TO CHECK OUT THESE INTRODUCTORY ARTICLES TO EASE YOU INTO OUR MORE COMPLEXED GUIDESEDITORS BLOG
EDITORS BLOG
WHAT CAN YOU LEarn to write?
WHAT CAN YOU LEarn to write?
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The Ten Page Rule- How To Grab The Reader In The First Ten Pages
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Inside Random House Publishing
Why 99% Of Screenplays Are rejected after the first 10 pages
3 mistakes Screenwriters make in the first act
9 Questions Television Writers Must Answer When Developing A Television Show by Peter Russell
Taking Care Of Your Mental Health
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The Freedom Of Writing For Radio
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