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“Language is the source of misunderstandings.”? Antoine de Saint- Exupéry
Yep, there it is, on a whole lot of levels. Language, writing or speaking, can lead to misunderstandings of a whole host of varieties.
But let’s just stick to the reading and writing arena.
Second in a series of interviews with hard working writers – by another hard-working writer!
Rob Edwards’ career is a fine example of how persistence and dedication can lead to great opportunities as a writer. From stand-up to television to film, Rob’s credits includes writing for A Different World, In Living Color, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, as well as screenplays for Disney’s Treasure Planet and The Princess and the Frog.
“You cannot transmit wisdom and insight to another person. The seed is already there. A good teacher touches the seed, allowing it to wake up, to sprout, and to grow.” Thich Nhat Hanh
When we write we are whisked away with our characters into another place and time, and through them we are often tag-alongs on a hero’s journey. You know the one. It is the epic tale of a hero who answers the call to adventure and leaves behind her ordinary world. She meets enemies, allies, and goofy sidekicks along the way. She fails at times, but she is ultimately victorious.
That’s right, Felicia Day. You know who she is. Don’t pretend not to. So just sit back and listen to what the woman has to say:
Certain VIPs here at TVWriter™ love, love, love Charlie Sheen – cuz they know him personally and he’s helped them get laid. We’re kinda partial to him too, but we have to disagree with his feelings about Chuck Lorre. This interview illustrates a few of the reasons why we think Chuck’s a helluva guy:
by Christy GroszWith four series in prime time this season — powerhouse comedies “The Big Bang Theory” and “Two and a Half Men,” as well as more recent arrivals “Mike & Molly” and “Mom,” a television academy honoree this year — Chuck Lorre has conquered the sitcom in a way that few TV producers have. He jokes that his office on the Warner Bros. lot has good mojo, having been inhabited by John Wells of “E.R.” and Sam Simon of “The Simpsons” at various points. Shortly before the season finale of “Big Bang” shot before a studio audience, Lorre took time out to talk about the challenges of nurturing a new series, his joy in writing strong female leads and how working on a sitcom is a humbling job.
What does a given day in the TV season look like for you? How do you decide where to start?