We write to taste life twice, in the moment and in retrospection.
November 26, 2012
Quote of the Day: Anais Nin
November 21, 2012
Script: The Talented Mr. Ripley
The Talented Mr. Ripley was written by Anthony Minghella based on the novel by Patricia Highsmith.
November 21, 2012
Quote of the Day: Herman Melville
To produce a mighty book, you must choose a mighty theme.
November 20, 2012
Script: Hannah and Her Sisters
Set between two Thanksgiving holidays, Hannah and Her Sisters is one of Woody Allen‘s best films.
November 20, 2012
Quote of the Day: Ray Bradbury
First, find out what your hero wants, then just follow him!
November 19, 2012
Stuck? Try a Writing Prompt
Here are over 300 writing prompts to get you writing. They won’t all lead you to your next big idea, but they’ll get you writing, and that’s always the first step.
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November 19, 2012
Quote of the Day: E.B. White
There is no satisfactory explanation of style, no infallible guide to good writing, no assurance that a person who thinks clearly will be able to write clearly, no key that unlocks the door, no inflexible rules by which the young writer may steer his course. He will often find himself steering by stars that are disturbingly in motion.
November 15, 2012
Script: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial was written by Melissa Mathison. This version of the script includes commentary by Richard Michaels.
November 15, 2012
Screenwriter Profile: Melissa Mathison
The Writer:
Melissa Mathison is the creative mind behind such acclaimed films as The Black Stallion, E.T the Extra-Terrestrial, and Kundun. An activist, good friend of the Dalai Lama, and one of the more noted female screenwriters in the business, Melissa has made her mark in film, television, and print.
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November 15, 2012
Quote of the Day: J.P. Donleavy
Writing is turning one’s worst moments into money.
