This blog post is about writing a television spec script and contains the first Act of a spec script written for the HBO show DEADEWOOD. It contains strong language and adult themes. Deadwood: Brick By Brick.
Breaking down a large task into workable pieces is not easy for some people. This is the reason many write by the seat of their pants with no thought to the next step. For me, having a plan relieves stress. This post presents a loose plan any writer can use.
New writers tend to run from structure, but structure is essential for a successful story. To the experienced writer structure is an old friend, a calming pill, a money spinner. This post presents a free-form approach to structure that will appeal to both pantsers and planners.
