Category Archives: Writing

Data-mining for Screenplays

Posted on May 6, 2013 by

‘“It’s the movies that have really been running things in America ever since they were invented. They show you what to do, how to do it, when to do it, how to feel about it, and how to look how … Continue reading →

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Save the Cat Goes to the Movies by Blake Snyder: a book review

Posted on April 7, 2013 by

What do these movies have in common: Alien, Fatal Attraction, and Godzilla? How about these: Star Wars, The Bad News Bears, and Lord of the Rings?  The first trio belong to the genre that Blake Snyder called “Monster in the … Continue reading →

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More about Dummlings and Fools

Posted on April 3, 2013 by

In an earlier post, Tales of the Dummling, (January, 2013) I discussed a theme from folklore, and specifically from The Brothers Grimm, which has long intrigued me.  In this story type, the youngest of three brothers, whom everyone else considers … Continue reading →

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Favorite Fictional Detectives

Posted on March 25, 2013 by

In literary gatherings, I usually introduce myself as part of the fantasy camp, but I’ve probably read and enjoyed just as many mysteries over the years.  In my previous post, I gave a lukewarm review to James Patterson’s latest Alex … Continue reading →

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The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho: a book review

Posted on February 25, 2013 by

I started reading The Alchemist soon after its publication in 1988, but I didn’t finish it then, for reasons I don’t clearly remember. I picked it up again after author and writing friend, Amy Rogers, recommended the book for its … Continue reading →

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Writing Tips From a Master: Mark Twain

Posted on January 28, 2013 by

Reblogged from Meyer Lane's Short Attention Span Press: “Substitute “damn” every time you’re inclined to write “very.” Your editor will delete it and the writing will be just as it should be.” Here, Twain offers some advice that can help … Continue reading →

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