Writing Tip Tuesday

In scriptwriting, the term development refers to the part of the story between the set-up and the climax.

The development:

• Is made up of scenes that advance the story until you get to the climax, but not in a straight line or at the same pace (more on that later)
• Reveals more about the characters
• Usually contains more backstory
• Consists of action that revolves around the central question or problem
• Consists of interconnected scenes (not episodic)
• Should stay focused on the story line.

In scripts, individual scenes should start at the latest point possible.

The mother of all rules = Don't slow the pace with unnecessary STUFF.

The mother of all rules #2 = Don't dawdle in the scene. Get in and get out.


Next Writing Tip Tuesday: turning points.