Q/A: 10 Common Screenwriting Mistakes
Q: What are the most common errors new writers make with writing a screenplay?
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Q/A: The Correct Use of an Ellipsis in a Screenplay
Q: What is the correct use of an ellipsis?
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Q/A: Screenwriting Credits - "And" vs "&"
Q: In screenwriting credits, what does the “and” and “&” between the screenwriters' names mean?
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How to Acquire the Rights to Develop a Screenplay (or Make a Film) Based on a Book
If you're planning to turn a book into a screenplay or film, and the material is under copyright, you will need to acquire the film rights to adapt the material...
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Q/A: Basing a Screenplay Story on a Published Book (or Movie, TV Series, Song, Play or Other Material)
Q: Is it legal to adapt a book (or other material) into a screenplay?
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Q/A: Writing True Stories - "Based On" vs "Inspired By"
Some film's title cards state "Based on a True Story" while others read "Inspired by a True Story". What's the difference?
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Q/A: Using Dashes in Your Screenplay
Can you identify and show examples of how the dash is most commonly used in dialogue, action, and description?
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How to Register the Copyright for Your Screenplay
Step-by-step instructions to register your screenplay copyright to protect your content
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Q/A: Using INSERT in Your Screenplay
Q: What is your opinion on the use of INSERT? Is there ever a time when using INSERT is absolutely necessary?
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Resources: Networking & Educational Opportunities for Screenwriters
A selection of resources for screenwriters
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