ZSUZSI’S TOP 3 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DECEMBER: ONE: THE ANATOMY OF STORY BY JOHN TRUBY http://www.amazon.com/Anatomy-Story-Becoming-Master-Storyteller-ebook/dp/B0052Z3M8A/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1450051670&sr=8-1 This book came out in October 2008 and has changed many writers’ approach to the craft. Including mine. Technically, he doesn’t talk about anything new– there are still Characters, Plot, and Theme to think about when it comes to […]
What to do when you find a man sleeping in your car…
What to do when you find a man sleeping in your car… (Or Ben’s Prayer) This is how it went down. Just a regular Tuesday morning. My husband, Carlos, had to go to L.A. (yeah, that day only) for business and had left crazy early in the morning. So it’s just me and my […]
Interview with Local Author, Jill G. Hall
Interview with Jill Hall 1) What was your inspiration to write the Black Velvet Coat? I tried on a coat at a yard sale, loved it, but thinking it was too fancy passed on it. That night I dreamt about it and early the next morning I knocked on the neighbor’s door and then it […]
Kenny Loggins is NOT Jesus
I learned a lot while in Sedona this summer. I met with a Native American story teller, a wise shaman, a powerful energy healer and I encountered a racist Jeep-tour guide. I also learned that Kenny Loggins is not Jesus (and vice versa). Apparently there is some protocol to adhere to when you meet […]
Tips for Serious Screenwriters – Interview with Carlos de los Rios, Screenwriter of DIABLO
Carlos de los Rios with Hollywood icon Clint Eastwood on the set of Carlos’ film, The Forger Interview with screenwriter and producer, Carlos de los Rios 1) What are your thoughts on working with Hollywood but not living in LA? I went to USC film school and lived in LA for nearly 14 years, so […]
How to Survive the Writing Divorce Zone (Something I never talk about. So here goes…)
What to do when you want to kick your work out the door and file papers. Consider it couples counseling for you and your project. The Writing Divorce Zone (Don’t Fall in!) This is something I hardly ever talk about. We all talk about getting words on the page, addressing our blasted internal critics […]
Interview with Local Author, Nicole Matthews!
1) What was your inspiration to write Permission! Stop Competing and Start Living the Life You Want to Live? I wrote Permission as I was heading into a new decade! I felt like my professional success and personal issues were intersecting and it was the right time for me to share my story. Through […]