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Setting the Scene

Posted by Rachel on April 24, 2012 in description, nature, screenplay, symbolism, weather, writing tips |

Lately I’ve been focusing on character development since your protagonists and antagonists are the heart of the story. That’s still true, but setting is just as important. I’ve said it before— the description you write for different scenes sets the tone and mood for how the reader will perceive the event. In this section of […]

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Oh Where, Oh Where Has Originality Gone?

Posted by Rachel on February 9, 2012 in current event, musings, screenplay, writing |

What’s with movies these days? They’re either a reboot, a musical reboot, or franchise related (reboot).  Ok, I forgot the formula rom com, overdone spy adventure and the cross-genre identical plots. Where has all the originality gone? Don’t tell me that the world of screenwriters cannot create a unique and entertaining movie. Seriously, don’t try […]

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Playing Around with Writing

Posted by Rachel on November 14, 2011 in practice, screenplay, writing |

I would categorize myself as a novelist, first and foremost. I have written short stories (which will be detailed in another post) that have entertained and amused me…for a short while. Although my passion lies in the complexities of a deeply involved story (or more specifically, a series) I don’t shy away from trying my […]

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