Saturday, October 17

CWC Monthly Meeting

10 am - noon

Screenwriting 101 - The Basics and a Little Bit More

~ Paul Zeidman ~

October 17

Paul Zeidman

Screenwriting 101 - The Basics, and A Little Bit More

Have you ever wondered what makes writing for the screen different from other forms of writing? Screenwriting 101 will teach you the fundamentals of crafting a screenplay. Whether you’re a published author, a writer curious about the form, or just getting started, this session opens the door to the art of visual storytelling.

 We’ll explore how a screenplay is constructed, from proper formatting to plot points to your protagonist’s journey, plus a little bit more. Bring your curiosity, your love of story, and perhaps an idea you’ve wondered how to turn into a movie.

You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of the form, practical tools to get started, and plenty of encouragement to begin writing.

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Paul Zeidman is an award-winning screenwriter who loves to create tales of thrilling adventure that take the audience on a rollercoaster ride of high-octane fun and excitement they can’t wait to get back in line for as soon as it’s over. He also hosts The Creative Writing Life Podcast, published the GO AHEAD & ASK screenwriting books, and has been running the screenwriting blog Maximum Z since 2009. When not working on scripts, Paul also enjoys reading comic books, running long-ish distances, and making what could possibly be the best pecan pie west of the Mississippi.

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