There's a set of personality traits that come with ADHD that I didn’t understand at the time, but in hindsight, supercharged my scribbling career.

ADHD brains are wired to think outside the box, make unconventional connections, and thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments—valuable qualities in the world of storytelling and creativity.

Drama and conflict are the bread and butter of our trade, but today, on the toolbox, we’re looking at ways to limit both.

To grok is to understand something so profoundly that it becomes a part of you. It's not just about grasping facts or details; it's about experiencing the subject matter on a visceral level.

Running a TV series doesn’t come naturally to most introverted scribblers. An excellent resource for me has been the work of Ryan Holiday. In his explorations of leadership, Ryan lays down principles applicable to the world of TV as much as any other field.

Since the days of Orson Welles promoting “Citizen Kane,” media training has been essential for anyone who finds themselves in the spotlight.

The principles of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) are designed to help people manage addiction, but its core tenets can be adapted to address other life-destroying challenges like — WRITERS BLOCK.

Writing across different mediums like movie screenplays, theatrical plays, and graphic novels requires understanding the unique characteristics and constraints of each form.

Crafting engaging characters for existing IPs and weaving stories for them is a delicate art that requires more than instinct and creativity; it requires research.

More Action Movie tropes!

While they might seem worlds apart, TV shows and Video Games share a surprising number of similarities in how they're crafted, developed, and consumed.

The process of immersion is the key to staying engaged and focused while crafting authentic work that resonates.

Scribblers seeking career longevity should consider expanding their skill sets to become "hyphenates." By taking on multiple roles, such as writer-director, writer-producer, or writer-director-producer, you will gain and maintain power in the creative process while tapping additional streams of revenue.

Crafting an action movie that captivates audiences involves harnessing the power of dynamic tropes.

The hero’s journey to scribbling success is fraught with rejection, criticism, and unpredictability. When you venture into the writing wasteland, it’s critical to tap that uniquely human trait: antifragility.

A tribe of fellow scribblers provides support, inspiration, and a sense of shared commitment.

You may have written the best script in Hollywood history, but without proper pro formatting, chances are it’s gonna buy you a one-way ticket on TL;DR airlines!

Successful scribblers have unique styles that may not strictly adhere to traditional rules and guidelines. However, some commonalities can be observed.

Regarding the structure of sentences, the various types, and how they can be used effectively.

Let's sharpen our scribbling skills and explore the four aspects that separate awesome dialogue from the not-so-awesome.