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The All-Time #1 Formatting Goof (and how fixing it makes your reader happy) – the title says it all. Make points with professional readers and improve the readability of your script.

3 Keys to Failing as a Writer – an entertaining explanation of the three main causes of writing failures.

How to Publish Your Script – Step-by step instruction on how to convert your script into an e-script for Kindle.

A New Ending for SE7EN – Does this new surprise ending work or not?

Do I Really Need Formatting Software? A frank explanation of the current marketplace vis-à-vis formatting software.

I’m a Blinkin’ Screenwriter – Late night thoughts for screenwriters after reading Blink.

Who Are You Writing For? – The answer may surprise you.

My Favorite Flubs – 10 common screenwriting clichés to avoid.

10 Tips from Billy Wilder

How to Pulverize Writer's Block - 7 Tips

How to Format a Screenplay – a comprehensive and definitive guide. In response to your requests, I discuss and explain current formatting standards and software.

The Great Paradox of Creativity

The Industry Standard in 2010 - Formatting myths and spec writing tips.

How to Make $100,000 a Year as a Writer

Your One-Sheet and 7 Script-Selling Tools

Pitching, Pen Names, Structure, and Sequels

On treatments, agents, dialogue, and retreats -- Tips for writers

Sell What You Write in 2009 - How to make it happen.

Two Stories Are Better Than One - How to double the impact of your screenplay.

The Idea Is King - The Hollywood view is that the idea of the script is almost as important as the execution of the script.

How to Start or Find a Writer's Group - We all need the support and stimulation a writer's group provides.

The New Spec Style - Your guide to the latest in formatting rules and rumors.

How to Tackle Writer's Block - At last there is hope for suffering writers.

Updates to The Screenwriter's Bible - These are additions to the latest printing of The Screenwriter's Bible.

Updates to The Freelance Writer's Bible - These are additions to the latest printing of The Freelance Writer's Bible.

Ask Dave - Let Dave answer your writing, formatting, and marketing question.

 

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