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Psychology for Screenwriters REVIEW

  • Post author:brandonmc87
  • Post published:March 11, 2021
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All fiction writers--not just screenwriters--can benefit from reading Psychology for Screenwriters by William Indick. Find out why. Get Psychology for Screenwriters by William Indick: https://amzn.to/3bGNUs3 https://youtu.be/cwT42GSsvyg

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“Show Don’t Tell” is a SHAM

  • Post author:brandonmc87
  • Post published:April 23, 2020
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Not all writing advice is perfect, particularly "Show Don't Tell." Find out why I'm sick of hearing it. https://youtu.be/rpLzUJ9PZJ8

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Writing Dual Protagonists (Buddy Cop, Romance, etc.)

  • Post author:brandonmc87
  • Post published:March 19, 2020
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NEW VIDEO! Today I give tips on writing TWO protagonists, with examples from Lethal Weapon, Rush Hour, Titanic, Game of Thrones, etc. https://youtu.be/M2lbps_NCME

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How Writers Should Handle Melodrama

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  • Post published:March 5, 2020
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Learn how to balance the emotion in your writing. WARNING: CONTAINS MELODRAMA. https://youtu.be/SqZTvndjjnk

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Character Flaws and Character Lies

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  • Post published:February 27, 2020
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Flaws and lies are critical to writing believable character arcs. Find out why in today's video! https://youtu.be/1V6fbx_zbkY

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The Secret to Writing Something ORIGINAL

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  • Post published:February 20, 2020
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Dare to know the secret. Dare to write something original. https://youtu.be/gnNNMH7TzrQ

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7 Tips for Writing Romantic Subplots

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  • Post published:February 13, 2020
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NEW VIDEO: Just in time for V-Day, I've got your Romantic Subplot needs covered! Tune in for 7 great tips! https://youtu.be/MfJJjKr5odA

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How to Write INTERNAL Dialogue (Character Thoughts)

  • Post author:brandonmc87
  • Post published:January 31, 2020
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NEW VIDEO - Learn how to write the thoughts in your characters’ heads! https://youtu.be/H_OABtvtFS8

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Comedy & Tragedy – How to Tell Them Apart

  • Post author:brandonmc87
  • Post published:October 10, 2019
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https://youtu.be/id4_Xpgoz_M What's the secret to distinguishing between a Comedy and Tragedy? Hint: it's NOT whether the heroes get a happy ending.

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Why Writers Should Draft Without Dialogue

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  • Post published:July 5, 2019
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https://youtu.be/qDF_3njcLtg Drafting novels and screenplays is time-consuming, but today I discuss a technique used by Alfred Hitchcock that can save you time and energy!

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