We’re all passionate about characters. Whether they're the protagonist at the center of the story, or an antagonist that challenges our hero and forces them to grow. Creating characters is one of the most important aspects of any story.

Conflict is the engine that drives your story. It’s what makes your characters go from being bored to fighting each other, from arguing over dry toast to shooting lasers from their eyes. Conflict happens when two or more people have different opinions, ideas, and goals. They can agree on the facts but disagree about their significance and how those things should be resolved. When those things are brought together, conflict results.

Writing for the screen can be a daunting task, but the one thing that can help you stand out from the rest is writing realistic dialogue. Dialogue is the backbone of any story, and it is essential to master the art of writing realistic dialogue if you want to create compelling and powerful scenes.

As writers, we’re all prone to bouts of writer’s block. It can strike at any moment, and take complete control of your brain for a few tortuous minutes… or hours… or days even, until it passes. But how do you break through it?