Let's talk about character intros. Make them memorable! What can we glean from those first moments on screen (or on the page)? Watch here: youtu.be/CyHGwr8GHxw?... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Quick video on character arcs. Make sure your characters aren't static and flat. Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/mQ-3W... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Let's talk about the inciting incident. What is it? What do you need to watch out for? What does the industry expect? Watch here: youtu.be/4QLLITtWM2Q?... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Some back to basics here. Quick video on how to properly format your scene descriptions in your #screenplay. Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/H6Tm2... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Finishing up our series on #screenplay structure with Act Three. What makes a successful Act Three? Read on: coverageink.com/a-successful... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Let's talk about the end of Act Two in our series on #screenplay structure. Read on: coverageink.com/the-end-of-a... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

The bad guys are closing in on our protagonist. Welcome to the second half of Act Two in our journey through #screenplay structure. Read on: coverageink.com/the-bad-guys... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

We've reached the midpoint in our series on #screenplay structure. Often a success for our protagonist. Read on: coverageink.com/the-midpoint... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Moving on to Act Two in our series on #screenplay structure. Here the protagonist is embracing the mission they were given. Read on: coverageink.com/the-strong-t... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Reposting our series on #screenplay structure. Let's talk about the psychology of Act One. Read on: coverageink.com/the-psycholo... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Reposting our series on #screenplay structure. Let’s talk about your inciting incident. Throw that monkey wrench into your protagonist’s life! Read on: coverageink.com/nail-your-in... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Reposting our series on #screenplay structure. Let’s talk about your setup. Introduce us to your protagonist and their world in a compelling way. Read on: coverageink.com/write-a-setu... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Let's talk about copyrighting your #screenplay. Should you? How do you do it? Quick video here: youtube.com/shorts/NV7g3... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Most gatekeepers will decide if a #screenplay is worth reading or deleting within the first few pages. What can you do to maximize your chances? Watch here: youtu.be/kL7EjTgGGDU?... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Reposting this article on period pieces since we got a few questions on their comparable marketability. And, no, the answer isn't what you were probably hoping to hear. However, nothing is impossible. Read on: coverageink.com/is-there-a-p... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Hi #Screenwriters! We've got a #BlackFriday #sale on gift certificates at coverageink.com #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Quick video on how to handle rejection. Yeah, that thing that we as #writers have to deal with--a lot. Here are some techniques that will make it a bit easier. Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/mZb6s... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Here is the second part of our interview with Slamdance co-founder Jon Fitzgerald. We talk about #film festivals and how to find the ones that will get you where you want to go. Watch here: youtu.be/9enUZbIcyEo?... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Everything goes smoothly for your protagonist? That's a problem. The key to an engaging #story is to put obstacles in front of your main character. Read on: coverageink.com/take-the-har... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Our #BlackFriday #sale is live! Yes, you can buy those gift certificates for the #writer in your life--even if you are that writer. Locks in 2025 prices, too! coverageink.com #screenwriting #scriptsky

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Antagonists! They should be interesting characters in their own right. Mustache-twirling, one-dimensional villains are boring. Make your antagonist interesting and three-dimensional. Watch here: youtu.be/9Z5RTZ_o69w?... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Quick video about dialogue hacks for #screenwriters. How to make your dialogue character-specific and real. Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/EBQdC... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Let's talk about the #horror business. It's booming, right? Yes! But what are the pitfalls horror #writers should look out for? What's on the horizon for the genre? Watch here: youtu.be/bfCjnvX9t9E?... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Quick back-to-basics video about when and how to use wrylies. Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/lPlFu... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Boosting this: It's FREE and it's well-worth your time--in particular if you have a feature or short #film and are contemplating a festival run. www.eventbrite.com/e/film-festi... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

It's easy to waste time & money submitting to countless #film festivals. You need to know which ones can further your career goals. Check out our interview with Slamdance Co-Founder Jon Fitzgerald. Read on: coverageink.com/how-to-crush... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

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Short back-to-basics video. V.O./O.S./O.C--know the difference. Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/1qIVG... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

#Horror #writers: this is a webinar we're making available for free on our channel. Everything you've always wanted to know about making indie horror films featuring horror producers & development execs & the CI horror team. Watch here: youtu.be/IDMDwu1e6uQ?... #screenwriting #scriptsky

Short video about tips & tricks to edit your own #writing. Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/RZFwj... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Everything you've always wanted to know about #screenplay coverage. Pass, Consider, Recommend--what does it mean? How is it judged? Watch here: youtu.be/bBxuLp31oQM?... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Free group coaching call coming up. Learn a step-by-step process to go beyond generic advice about “finding your voice” and sell your scripts. Read on: coverageink.com/finding-your... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #writing #scriptsky

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Let's talk about camera calls in a #screenplay--should you use them? Are you going to piss off the director? Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/7KoHA... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Something very basic--what's the deal with Fade In and Fade Out? Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/aBna3... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scripsky

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How do you know when your #screenplay is ready to go out? You only get one chance to make a first impression--make sure it's a positive one. Watch here: youtu.be/RiGv6H4hvMg?... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scripsky

A quick video about #writing a query letter that will get you noticed--in a good way. Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/2Oqu_... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Let's go through some of the feedback we got from our manager panel after this year's edition of Get Repped Now. What did the managers respond to? What are they looking for? Watch here: youtu.be/qTIIVsPpIZc?... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

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Happy #Halloween!!! We have a flesh...err...flash #sale at www.coverageink.com--10% off every #screenplay analysis. Code: FLESH #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Ever wonder how and where those elusive "writing assignments" come from? How do you get one? Watch here: youtu.be/xdhTttBGyHs?... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Quick video with #networking tips for #screenwriters. Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/x_N3d... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Breaking into this business--if you're not already connected--can seem daunting. There are ways you can even the playing field a bit. Watch here: youtu.be/VdVpACjRBgI?... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

Find #screenwriting deep dives on our new YouTube channel. Everything from breaking into Hollywood to writing compelling protagonists. Read on: coverageink.com/the-new-ci-y... #writingcommunity #writing #scriptsky

Something really basic: yes, please spellcheck. What can you do if you're not great at proofreading? Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/oMY0u... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky

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Sometimes we get inquiries from novelists looking for advice on how to adapt their book into a #screenplay. The most important thing to remember: they're 2 different mediums and adjustments need to be made. Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/hzpR_... #screenwriting #writingcommunity #scriptsky