Resources

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Hone your skills by reading your favorite feature scripts, discuss the art of screenwriting with fellow writers, and create realistic characters with our new and unique Reel People web resource. All our resources are free of charge, so be sure to bookmark our site!

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Storybay
NEW TO SCREENPLAY.COM!!!

Getting your finished work in front of Hollywood executives, agents, and managers has always been the biggest challenge for new writers. If your script is ready for the marketplace, Storybay will give you the exposure you need.

Click here to learn more.

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Scriptapalooza Screenwriting Competition
Screenplay Systems, Inc. and Scriptapalooza, Inc. present the 3rd Annual Scriptapalooza Screenwriting Competition. Cash and prizes equaling $40,000.
(Click here for $5 off the entry fee!)

Reel People: Make Your Characters Come to Life!
REEL PEOPLE is a valuable reference for creating believable stories and authentic characters. Each character "type" is cross-referenced with easy to understand descriptions and "reel world" examples from popular films and fiction.

How To Articles
Here you'll find in-depth articles on how to improve your writing skills get the extra edge.
StoryBay
New to Screenplay.com!
Getting your finished work in front of Hollywood executives, agents, and managers has always been the biggest challenge for new writers. If your script is ready for the marketplace, Storybay will give you the exposure you need.
Online Script Library
New to Screenplay.com!

One of the best ways to learn more about the craft of screenwriting is to read scripts. See how other writers communicate images through words and keep the reader turning pages.
Feature Interviews
We interview professional writers and other industry experts to give you insight into improving your skills.
Screenplay.com Message Board
New to Screenplay.com!
Share tips, tricks, and experiences with other writers such as yourself. Topics include Inspiration, The Writing Process, Breaking In, Story Theory, Character, Setting, and more.
Dramatica.com
Dramatica is both a series of software products for writers and a relatively unique perspective of how stories work. This site is the home of hundreds of pages of materials and tools for anyone interested in creating, critiquing, analyzing, writing, or otherwise working with stories.
Book Reviews
Which books are worth your time and money? Read our in-depth book reviews to find out which books deserve a place on your bookshelf.

Project Greenlight
New to Screenplay.com!
Executive Producers Ben Affleck and Matt Damon are calling upon all amateur screenwriters and filmmakers to submit their original screenplays online.
The winning contestant(s) will become eligible to direct their original screenplay into a Miramax-distributed feature film!

Dramatica Theory Classes
Chris Huntley, co-creator of the Dramatica Theory of Story, will lead six workshops designed as an introduction to the Dramatica Theory of Story. Click here for complete notes from all our previous classes.
Screenwriter Production Bible
This is an invaluable guide to anyone who uses Movie Magic Screenwriter's production features. It covers everything from A-pages to production breakdowns to export into Movie Magic Scheduling.
Latest Industry News
Read about the latest script deals and development news, straight from Reuters.
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Newsletter Archive
The Screenplay Scoop delivers special features and bonus offers every month to bring you the best in the world of screenplay.
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