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W<\/span>riting a script is relatively easy. The real work is in preparing, building and “arc-ing” out the story and defining the characters. Once the “blueprint” is in place, the writing itself is usually a welcome enterprise. Many writers have trouble being patient enough with this process and it can cost them dearly in the long run. <\/p><\/blockquote>\n

[Via Hollywoodscript.com<\/a>]<\/p>\n

It feels good when someone else echoes your thoughts.<\/p>\n

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