It’s Not Rocket Science!
After coming across the non-word its’ (with an apostrophe) for the nth time, I decided I needed to make a statement…
Get Your Camera Moving—Zooming In
Camera shots in motion are dynamic and fluid. They can follow the action with the velocity of a train or…
Why, Why, Why?
I do a lot of manuscript critiques. Hundreds a year. I find the best way to get writers thinking about…
The Danger of Misuse Is Imminent
I give extra Brownie points to writers who can keep these three words straight: imminent, eminent, and immanent. Maybe you…
Match Cuts for Creative Structure
The last stationary camera shot we’re going to look at is called a Match Cut. I’m including this shot although…
Keeping Your Spirits Up Before You Get Published
Writers need continual encouragement. The writing life is no easy road, and the failure or delay in reaching our career…
More Cool Collocations
Last week I began what looked like the beginning of a long list of collocations. but I promise you, I…
Angle On to Single It Out
Here’s another stationary camera shot you can add to your writers’ toolbox: Angle On. This shot usually occurs in scenes…
Writing When You’re Not a Writer Who Can’t Not Write
Today’s guest post is from freelance writer Ryan Urie, who has left the security of his “real job” behind to…