“Abbott Elementary”

I meant to say this right after the Emmys were announced but was distracted by real life. So I’ll say it now:

Abbott Elementary is the best comedy series currently on anybody’s “air.” It’s funny, and it’s important (without seeming self-important.) I really hope y’all have been watching it. read article

Hank Isaac on Making Your Creative Work Personal

One of Larry Brody and TVWriter™’s favorite writers (and, for that matter, human beings) returns to this site after being away far too long with an insider tip into attracting and holding your audience. A must-read if ever there was one.

by Hank Isaac

There is a body language to everything. Sure, it has different names depending on what you’re talking about, but it’s essentially all “body language.” read article

“Fluff in Writing”

Derek Haines talks about the dreaded F word and how to – ulp – wipe it away.

And no, it has nothing to do with pillows or pleasing your partner. It’s our readers we’re talking about pleasing now.

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WGAW ANNOUNCES 2022 OFFICER & BOARD CANDIDATES

Whether or not you’re a member of the WGAW or WGAE, this news is important to you if you write or plan to write for TV or films. It’s the officers and Board who set and maintain policy that effects every aspect of electronic media. In other words, it behooves most if not all of the writers who come to TVWriter™ to read this ASAP.

WRITERS GUILD OF AMERICA WEST ANNOUNCES CANDIDATES FOR 2022 OFFICERS AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION
via WGAW

Writers Guild of America West’s Nominating Committee has announced the initial list of candidates for the 2022 WGAW Board of Directors election. read article

How to Create Your Perfect Writing Environment

Our friends at Porch.Com want very much for all of us to know this, and guess what? So do all of us at TVWriter™.

by Teresa Siqueira

Whether you’re a long-time writer or just beginning to explore the possibilities of a writing career or hobby, you’ll need to create a writing environment that’s conducive to getting work done. You can transform a nook or room of your home into your ideal writing environment. With a comfortable space and a strong work ethic, you can build upon your writing skills and begin to accomplish your goals. Use the following tips to design your perfect writing space. read article