Language is a delightful invention. Particularly English. The amount of ways to express ourselves with words is infinite. Especially for writers, it’s how we relate the detailed stories from our lives and imaginations for a greater audience. Infinite Means of Communication Since my final days in college, I’ve developed a deep… Continue reading
Every bookworm avid reader understands the seductive powers of books. Books have an enchanting nature. Being around them fills us with an unsatisfied desire the consume more. There’s even a self-help book for biblioholism. It’s entertaining for sure. But it thus far does little to help me overcome my addiction. I think it actually added fuel.… Continue reading
For the past several weeks, I’ve been attending a screenwriting workshop in New York City. Described as a “fusion” class, participants write and discuss scripts for both film and television. I’m working on a story I’ve struggled to write as both novel and short story. I figured maybe tackling it… Continue reading
Relationships influence and affect how each of us relates to the larger world. It makes sense, then, that stories manifest our relationships. Even the lack of interactive relationships are a fun road to travel in the writing world, as Wilson reminds us every day—though that is a type of relationship in and… Continue reading
Last time, I described the key ingredients to investing in a good hero. Now, let’s flip it around and talk villains. Because creating a convincing villain is, in my opinion, one of the hardest challenges as a writer. That being the case, this might be a big longer than my… Continue reading
Everyone loves a hero, am I right? A story’s centerpiece. The person destined to save the world. Likable. Relatable. Practically flawless at times… Earlier this year, I wrote about a TED Talks video with J.J. Abrams. Around 12:20, Abrams advises us to invest in our characters. He says the focus… Continue reading
About a year ago, I stumbled across this TED Talks video from J.J. Abrams, creator of television’s ALIAS and LOST. He has, and continues to be a positive inspiration to my own writing. This video illustrates a few reasons why he remains influential to me. Subtleties of Film Abrams’ talk epitomizes the impact his creations have had… Continue reading
I’ve reached the end of my college career. I’m shocked to admit, though, that few of the classes I took matched [my] expectations of a “higher” education. In fact, of over fifty courses across four years, I’d say a half-dozen were actually worth my time. How can this be, you… Continue reading