Screenwriting Blog

This week, we're excited to highlight SoCreate Member Trendy Rozelle, a passionate screenwriter with a Master's in Creative Writing! Inspired by K-dramas and a love for multicultural storytelling, she's currently revisiting her long-time script, Things Left Unsaid, with fresh ideas. SoCreate has played a key role in her creative process, allowing her to visualize her characters and scenes in an immersive way. Her advice to fellow writers is to ....... Continue reading

This week, we’re excited to be featuring Ashutosh Jaiswal, as our SoCreate Spotlight, a talented writer whose journey began on the stage and has since transitioned to screenwriting. With over 30 stage plays under his belt as a writer, actor, and director, Ashutosh is now channeling his storytelling skills into filmmaking. Join us as we look into his creative process, challenges, and aspirations in the world of screenwriting... Continue reading

This week, we shine the spotlight on the talented screenwriter, Crystal Willingham, whose passion for storytelling was ignited at the age of 12 after watching Return of the Jedi with her father. From that pivotal moment, Crystal has been captivated by the art of crafting culturally rich, immersive worlds inspired by iconic franchises like Star Wars, The Chronicles of Narnia, and The Lord of the Rings. Crystal's journey from writing adaptations like I Believe, a heartfelt reimagining of The Wiz...... Continue reading

Meet Victoria DeNey, a passionate screenwriter who rediscovered her creative spark through SoCreate. From seeing screenwriting as a way to inspire humanity as a child to mastering her craft today, Victoria’s journey is a testament to imagination and resilience. Her current project, IMAGINEERS: Mage of the Manifesting Age, explores the power of the mind and imagination to shape reality, with SoCreate inspiring both her story and her process... Continue reading

This week, we’re excited to spotlight SoCreate member, Skye Anderson! Growing up in NYC, Skye’s passion for storytelling led her from Off-Broadway stages to screenwriting, with highlights like interning at Spike Lee's 40 Acres & A Mule and being a Nickelodeon Writing Program finalist. She’s currently working on a webisode inspired by her upbringing, challenging stereotypes and showcasing the humanity and dignity of underrepresented voices... Continue reading

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Mark Steenbarger, a screenwriter who brings his background in theater, improv, and comedy to the world of filmmaking. With a passion for creating authentic stories and a unique ability to turn everyday experiences into thought-provoking narratives, Mark is a true moment-maker. From exploring themes like consent and avoidance, to collaborating with his cast for organic dialogue, Mark’s work pushes boundaries and inspires transformation.... Continue reading

A cliffhanger is one of the most powerful tools in a writer’s toolbox. It keeps the audience glued to their seats and eagerly anticipating what happens next. Whether in a movie, TV show, or short film, a well-executed cliffhanger can make your story unforgettable. For screenwriters, crafting a perfect cliffhanger requires skill, timing, and a deep understanding of storytelling ... Continue reading

Publishing a story online has never been easier. Whether you’re sharing your creative work with friends, engaging with a global audience, or pursuing a career in writing, online publishing offers endless opportunities. Let’s walk through the steps to take your story from an idea to a finished piece ready to share online. Publishing stories online allows you to reach readers anywhere in the world. Unlike traditional publishing, where access to readers can be limited ... Continue reading

For most, writing is less of a job and more of a passion. But wouldn’t it be ideal if we could all make a living in a field that we are passionate about? It’s not impossible to get paid to do what you love, if you’re willing to accept the reality: there’s not much stability for writers who choose this path. We asked five expert writers how much money the average writer can expect to earn. The answer? Well, it’s as diverse as the backgrounds of our experts. Per the ... Continue reading

As a New York Times best-selling author and five-time Bram Stoker Award winner, Jonathan Maberry is an encyclopedia of knowledge when it comes to the storytelling business, including how to get representation as a writer. He’s written comic books, magazine articles, plays, anthologies, novels and more. And while he wouldn’t call himself a screenwriter, this writer does have onscreen projects to his name. "V-Wars," based on Jonathan’s best-selling franchise by the same name, was produced by Netflix. And Alcon Entertainment bought the TV and film rights to "Rot & Ruin," Jonathan’s young adult zombie fiction series. We... Continue reading