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Notes on writing, craft, and building Skrib — for novelists, screenwriters, and anyone chasing the next sentence.
Novel Outlining, Plotting and Structure: Full Guide
Does outlining a novel feel overwhelming? Discover the novelist's secret weapon: a framework to map your story, deepen characters & plot an unputdownable book.
Three-Act Structure for Novels: Screenwriting Theory
The three-act structure for novels turns 80,000 messy words into a story that holds, every beat mapped from setup to climax. See the full guide
Best Novel Writing Software & Top Outlining Tools
Which novel writing software actually fits how you write? Corkboards, timelines, or one clean studio, the answer differs by writer. Discover your match.
Act Breaks and Midpoints: Turning Points That Land
Make your story irresistible with expertly placed midpoints. This proven technique hooks readers, nails structure, and creates memorable narratives. See how it's done.
Scene Headings, Action Lines and White Space in Scripts
Transform your screenplay formatting. Implement proven techniques for concise scene headings, visual action lines, and strategic white space. Speed up the read.
The Non-Linear Screenplay: How to Break Chronology
Is your screenplay stuck in linear mode? Discover the power of non-linear storytelling to engage audiences and add depth. Get the non-linear writing guide.
Adapting a Novel into a Screenplay: Compression Tips
Learn proven techniques for adapting a novel into a screenplay. Discover how to condense the story, choose key plot points, and keep the spirit alive.
Writing a Screenplay in Google Docs, Word, Final Draft or Skrib: Where Each One Stops
Where Google Docs, Word, Final Draft and Skrib each stop on a screenplay: the Docs setup that works, then locked pages, A-pages and revision colours.
The Best App to Write a Book: Word, Google Docs, Notion, Obsidian, Scrivener and Skrib
Word, Google Docs, Notion, Obsidian, Scrivener and Skrib compared for novelists: real prices, what each is best at, and where each one strains on a book.
Writing the Perfect Logline: Formula, Examples and Mistakes
Take your script pitches from flat to fabulous. This guide breaks down the logline formula step-by-step so you can craft winners every time. Write yours today!