
Shannon K. Valenzuela shares great tips in today’s blog that'll help you avoid research pitfalls on your current project or next WIP.
www.stage32.com/blog/avoiding-the-rabbit-hole-story-research-tips-3871...
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Shannon K. Valenzuela shares great tips in today’s blog that'll help you avoid research pitfalls on your current project or next WIP.
www.stage32.com/blog/avoiding-the-rabbit-hole-story-research-tips-3871...
Expand postAny suggestions for a novel writing software? thx
Marcel Nault Jr., Mike is correct. Vellum is amazingly versatile for writing novels but is not intended for screenwriting. I use Final Draft for screenwriting. Also, think of it this way: I would rath...
Expand commentHey, have you heard of Ulysses? It's very chill and easy to use, perfect for getting creative vibes going.
Giovanna Silvestre Only things about Ulysses are it's for iOS systems only, and not a permanent license program like Scrivener, et al... The user interface seems cool though....
Expand commentI use the outline function in Word. I also write in Word. I have up on Scrivener. All of this is backed up by P&P (good old pen and paper). Why complicate life. Computer programs eat money.
My point in a previous post is that background noise and activity stimulates my creativity. Whether it's in a pub setting or a coffee shop, people coming and going as well as talking stimulates my cre...
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Dave Wickenden This reminds me of the cover of the game 'Heavy Rain'.
So, my current WIP is an urban fantasy with 3 POV narrators that rotate between chapters in a consistent, unchanging order. Each chapter continues the story directly from the last chapter, but the POV rotates each time. This idea works. I think it allows the reader to understand each of the main cha...
Expand postI agree with Lindbergh E Hollingsworth. I think it's great to attempt to keep the structure and boundaries that have worked well for you as a writer in the past. But when it comes to those specific ch...
Expand commentIf it were me, I'd focus on getting the story out first, then during revision, read aloud to see how the pacing feels. I did this with a current WIP and it showed me so many beats that could be improved and holes that needed to be filled I had missed during my initial revisioin.
Brett Easton-Ellis wrote a story like this - which was made into a movie. It's called The Rules of Attraction.
Lindbergh E Hollingsworth I agree with Lindbergh. Get it out of your head and on the page. Sending you positive writing vibes!
Hello to all, I am Looking for a Literary Agent- For Graphic Novels- I do not Know in Browse who to look for or how For Literary Agent-Under which Name-Profession or Location in Stage32. Please Reccomend Names too. Check out http://www.graphicnovellitagent.com Please reply thanks....
Expand postHey Richard Kelly there's a couple places you can look for literary agents and filter based on what kind of material they represent. Publishers Marketplace has a really robust database. Their paid ver...
Expand commentGood Luck, Richard Kelly ! Jonathan is pointing you in the right direction and the Poets & Writers database is a good place to start.
Here you go :) https://querytracker.net/
I just watched The Magpie Murders on PBS. Anthony Horowitz wrote it. He jumps back and forth between timelines and has the main character talking with a character in a book. Well done and quite comple...
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This October, you'll have the chance to learn from knowledgeable industry executives, award-winning writers, producers, consultants, authors, podcast hosts, and representatives.
Check it out here: https://www.stage32.com/blog/3868...
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Hey, Writers!
This Wednesday (9/25) Stage 32 is hosting a FREE virtual Ask Me Anything with Brian Herskowitz in the Stage 32 Screenwriting Lounge! Brian is a Film & Television Writer, Producer, Director, & Stage 32 Educator (BEFORE SOMEONE GETS HURT, BUCKY AND THE SQUIRRELS)! He's sharing his wisdom...
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Hey, Writers!!
In my opinion, as a long-time fantasy reader, one of the most important elements of an interesting and unique fantasy world is the magic system. When done right, I think the magic system enhances the plot and interconnects all elements of the world and society.
With that in mind, I'd l...
Expand postAshley Renee Smith My first novel is leaning towards sci-fi AND fantasy ("You dipped your chocolate in my peanut butter!") so magicks likely to be involved... In my traditional/hard fantasy script I f...
Expand commentBeetlejuice and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice have one of my favorite magic systems, Ashley Renee Smith. I didn't realize some things about it until I rewatched Beetlejuice and watched Beetlejuice Beetlejui...
Expand commentI agree, Maurice Vaughan! It's a very thought-out world, despite the fact that they keep the stories pretty simple.
That's so fun, Mike Childress! I like that you're challenging yourself with a Sci-Fi and thinking outside the box while worldbuilding.
Hey, Writers!
This Friday (9/20) Stage 32 is hosting an exclusive virtual Ask Me Anything with Anna Henry in the Stage 32 Writer's Room Lounge! Anna is an experienced Development Executive, Independent Producer, Stage 32 Educator & Thought Leader (CBS, Nickelodeon, ABC), and she's sharing all of her Expand post
Hey, Authors!
What is your method/ process for worldbuilding and developing the setting of your story? Do you create a separate worldbuilding document? If so, what all do you include? Do you create maps or visuals for reference? Do you research similar settings or areas? Share your tips with us in t...
Expand postAshley Renee Smith I think many people forget we are all going to have different tradecrafts; however, one thing I think that most writers (in any realm) should be able to agree on is that writing uti...
Expand commentThat's SO true, Mike Childress! LOL!
In regards to world building, it's helpful to take an approach similar to the TV series Bible: Create your own separate document to keep track of characters, relationships, cultural traditions/nuances...
Expand commentThats what I usually do, Jonathan Jordan. The Development Exec instincts are strong. My brain craves a bible document. Lol!
Hey, Writers!
This Friday (9/13) Stage 32 is hosting an exclusive virtual Ask Me Anything with Preston Fassel in the Stage 32 Writer's Room Lounge! Preston is an Award-Winning Author, Journalist, & Development Executive, and he's sharing all of his wisdom to answer YOUR questions about "Writing Great...
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