50 Things to Know about Screenwriting : Expert Insights & Essential Techniques

How do I write a good screenplay? How do I get my screenplay picked up? Who should I listen to when writing a screenplay? If you've asked yourself any of these questions before, this book is for you.



50 Things To Know About Screenwriting by author Reinier Brands offers an approach on how best to write a screenplay and get it sold. Are you looking to write a screenplay but don't know where to start? This book is here to guide you through the process. Through this journey, you can discover unique insights and valuable tips from established screenwriters that can help simplify the screenwriting process and provide real-world examples for readers. With this beginner's approach, readers can avoid common pitfalls, find inspiration, and gain a fresh perspective on screenwriting.

Most books on screenwriting tell you to follow very specific guidelines and abide by those. Although there's nothing wrong with that, this book focusses on a collection of fifty different tips given by real screenwriters, and explaining why that advice is given. This gives you the opportunity to better understand screenwriting, but also makes it possible to disregard things you disagree with, making the script your own. Based on knowledge from the world's leading scriptwriters, this book is guaranteed to further help you in writing a screenplay.