by Phoenix Screenwriters Association | Apr 29, 2025 | Masterclass, Tips
Crafting a Compelling Antagonist By Lovinder Gill When writing a screenplay, one of the most critical elements is the development of a strong antagonist. A well-crafted antagonist not only drives the plot forward but also serves as a mirror to the protagonist’s...
by Phoenix Screenwriters Association | Apr 29, 2025 | Masterclass, Tips
How I Sold My First Feature Film Without Ever Writing One Before — and the 5 Steps You Can Take Too By Juliana Lima Dehne Twelve years ago, I hadn’t written a single feature film script. But I had a dream — and as my parents would say: I’m stubborn. I didn’t know...
by Phoenix Screenwriters Association | Mar 30, 2025 | Masterclass, Personal, Resources, Tips
The annual conference put on by the Phoenix Screenwriters Association provides invaluable tools, training, networking, and insight into the art of screenwriting that will in turn help you grow and flourish in your craft. I’ve had the pleasure of attending the previous...
by Phoenix Screenwriters Association | Mar 30, 2025 | Masterclass, Tips
HBO executive Chris Salvaterra discusses the business of screenwriting, offering invaluable tips for a successful writing career. JEANNE VEILLETTE BOWERMAN Jeanne Veillette Bowerman is the Editor of Script magazine and a screenwriter, having written the narrative...
by Phoenix Screenwriters Association | Feb 26, 2025 | Masterclass, Tips
Should I Give Up on My Script? Writing coach and Called to Write founder Jenna Avery responds to a reader about whether to give up on a script. JENNA AVERY JAN 16, 2025 Welcome to “Ask the Coach.” As a writing coach, I answer questions from writers about making the...
