HG Nadel

Script writing is a fantastic way to branch out of the usual writing formats of article writing, writing short stories and creating full-on manuscripts. Let's look at some different ways to break into the wonderful world of script writing. You'll see that it isn't necessarily as exclusive as you may have thought! 1. Find your market. There is a huge market for scripts. TV production companies, radio channels and film companies are all looking for script writers at some point or other. If this feels a little too daunting, why not start with something a little closer to home? You may want to get involved with a local drama group and their productions. Or perhaps you could work with schools and colleges, supporting them in their routine productions. 2. Write about what you know. It makes sense to use your existing knowledge and interests in subjects to help fuel your script writing passion. If soap operas float your boat then spend some time thinking of new and exciting ide...

Proper screenplay structure is understood by few would-be screenwriters. Three act structures are integral to your screenwriting success. Virtually every successful movie uses the three act structure. If you are interested in writing a three act screenplay there is an easy formula to make that happen and there is still an infinite range of possibilities within the three act structure. You are probably familiar with what a one act play looks like and if we expand that to a five act play like they do in the TV show Law & Order you will have some idea how to meet in the middle of the two. Most plays are one act, Law & Order is five. In order to write a three act play, it's not the mythical being you are afraid of. It can be done. The good thing to remember is that most every movie you have every watched is done in three acts, does that make it easier to imagine?  So what makes an act? Here are a few ideas by HG Nadel to make the process a little easier for you. 1) The fir...