Carlos Sellan
@csellan.bsky.social
Helping uncover your authentic narrative voice by exploring storytelling genres that resonate with you.
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Happy Trope Tuesday! Today's topic: Evil animals (demonic dogs/cats/horses/etc.)
Is this a trope you like? Have you written it? Where have you seen it done well?
Where have you seen it done bad? Do you just absolutely hate it?
Check below for our stance on Tropes!
#writesky #booksky 📚 🪐 💙
Is this a trope you like? Have you written it? Where have you seen it done well?
Where have you seen it done bad? Do you just absolutely hate it?
Check below for our stance on Tropes!
#writesky #booksky 📚 🪐 💙
November 11, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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Script Analysis: “The Silence of the Lambs” (1991) — Scene By Scene Breakdown. A great way to analyze a screenplay and its story structure. gointothestory.blcklst.com/script-analy... #movies #screenwriting
November 10, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Script Analysis: “The Silence of the Lambs” (1991) — Scene By Scene Breakdown. A great way to analyze a screenplay and its story structure. gointothestory.blcklst.com/script-analy... #movies #screenwriting
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When you know the big picture of what’s going to happen in the next scene you’re drafting but don’t know enough details to actually #write it. 🫠
#amdrafting #writerslife #writingcommunity #writersofbluesky #mglit #kidlit
#amdrafting #writerslife #writingcommunity #writersofbluesky #mglit #kidlit
a man is making a funny face while sitting at a table in a restaurant .
ALT: a man is making a funny face while sitting at a table in a restaurant .
media.tenor.com
November 11, 2025 at 3:40 AM
When you know the big picture of what’s going to happen in the next scene you’re drafting but don’t know enough details to actually #write it. 🫠
#amdrafting #writerslife #writingcommunity #writersofbluesky #mglit #kidlit
#amdrafting #writerslife #writingcommunity #writersofbluesky #mglit #kidlit
Since the sequel to #KPopDemonHunters received the green light, let’s explore the most likely plot and potential storybeats for each genre, based on the original film:
Spoiler alert.
ew.com/kpop-demon-h...
#scriptsky #Screenwriting #WritingCommunity #Writing #Storytelling
🧵1/14
Spoiler alert.
ew.com/kpop-demon-h...
#scriptsky #Screenwriting #WritingCommunity #Writing #Storytelling
🧵1/14
'KPop Demon Hunters 2' is officially 'Golden'! Sequel projected for 2029
'KPop Demon Hunters 2' is going up, up, up... A sequel to the worldwide sensation is officially in the works and reportedly eyeing a 2029 premiere.
ew.com
November 11, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Since the sequel to #KPopDemonHunters received the green light, let’s explore the most likely plot and potential storybeats for each genre, based on the original film:
Spoiler alert.
ew.com/kpop-demon-h...
#scriptsky #Screenwriting #WritingCommunity #Writing #Storytelling
🧵1/14
Spoiler alert.
ew.com/kpop-demon-h...
#scriptsky #Screenwriting #WritingCommunity #Writing #Storytelling
🧵1/14
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Think character. Think plot. Think theme. But when you sit down to write a scene… feel. #screenwriting
November 8, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Think character. Think plot. Think theme. But when you sit down to write a scene… feel. #screenwriting
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My alliterative definition of Story : “A character we care about confronts complex challenges created by a compelling crisis with a cathartic conclusion.” gointothestory.blcklst.com/story-a-char... #storytelling #screenwriting #writing
November 9, 2025 at 5:26 AM
My alliterative definition of Story : “A character we care about confronts complex challenges created by a compelling crisis with a cathartic conclusion.” gointothestory.blcklst.com/story-a-char... #storytelling #screenwriting #writing
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It's on Scripthive.com You just need to sign up for a free account. Very helpful database.
Script Hive
Script Hive is the world’s largest free library of professional film and TV scripts, created for screenwriters to study and learn for educational purposes.
Scripthive.com
November 9, 2025 at 6:43 AM
It's on Scripthive.com You just need to sign up for a free account. Very helpful database.
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How to write better action/description in screenplays
#screenwriting #scriptsky
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#screenwriting #scriptsky
www.reddit.com/r/Screenwrit...
From the Screenwriting community on Reddit: How to write better action/description
Explore this post and more from the Screenwriting community
www.reddit.com
November 8, 2025 at 9:53 AM
How to write better action/description in screenplays
#screenwriting #scriptsky
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#screenwriting #scriptsky
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#NovelNovember Day 8
One of my favorite parts of editing is uncovering the hidden heartbeat in a scene. Where can you do the same in your story?
#writingcommunity #amwriting #writers #NaNoWriMo #authors #reflection #writing #5amwritersclub #booksky💙📚
One of my favorite parts of editing is uncovering the hidden heartbeat in a scene. Where can you do the same in your story?
#writingcommunity #amwriting #writers #NaNoWriMo #authors #reflection #writing #5amwritersclub #booksky💙📚
November 8, 2025 at 12:40 PM
#NovelNovember Day 8
One of my favorite parts of editing is uncovering the hidden heartbeat in a scene. Where can you do the same in your story?
#writingcommunity #amwriting #writers #NaNoWriMo #authors #reflection #writing #5amwritersclub #booksky💙📚
One of my favorite parts of editing is uncovering the hidden heartbeat in a scene. Where can you do the same in your story?
#writingcommunity #amwriting #writers #NaNoWriMo #authors #reflection #writing #5amwritersclub #booksky💙📚
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My 60 second guide to #magic systems for anyone wanting to understand how magic can work in the #fantasy genre. I've included examples from literature too - which might help your choice of reading!
linktr.ee/phil_parker
#booksky #writingcommunity #readingcommunity #indieauthor
linktr.ee/phil_parker
#booksky #writingcommunity #readingcommunity #indieauthor
November 7, 2025 at 3:24 PM
My 60 second guide to #magic systems for anyone wanting to understand how magic can work in the #fantasy genre. I've included examples from literature too - which might help your choice of reading!
linktr.ee/phil_parker
#booksky #writingcommunity #readingcommunity #indieauthor
linktr.ee/phil_parker
#booksky #writingcommunity #readingcommunity #indieauthor
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Writing starts with having something, a spark, a feeling, a theme.
Credits: Film Courage
In Frame: Glenn Gers
(Link in bio for full class calendar)
#ScriptAnatomy #Screenwriting #Writingclass #Storytelling
Credits: Film Courage
In Frame: Glenn Gers
(Link in bio for full class calendar)
#ScriptAnatomy #Screenwriting #Writingclass #Storytelling
November 7, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Writing starts with having something, a spark, a feeling, a theme.
Credits: Film Courage
In Frame: Glenn Gers
(Link in bio for full class calendar)
#ScriptAnatomy #Screenwriting #Writingclass #Storytelling
Credits: Film Courage
In Frame: Glenn Gers
(Link in bio for full class calendar)
#ScriptAnatomy #Screenwriting #Writingclass #Storytelling
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Happy Trope Tuesday! Today's topic: Princesses/Princes who run away from royal life.
Is this a trope you like? Have you written it? Where have you seen it done well?
Where have you seen it done bad? Do you just absolutely hate it?
Check below for our stance on Tropes!
#writesky #booksky 📚 🪐 💙
Is this a trope you like? Have you written it? Where have you seen it done well?
Where have you seen it done bad? Do you just absolutely hate it?
Check below for our stance on Tropes!
#writesky #booksky 📚 🪐 💙
November 4, 2025 at 5:31 PM
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Script Analysis: “The Social Network” (2010) — Scene By Scene Breakdown. A great way to analyze a screenplay and its story structure. gointothestory.blcklst.com/script-analy... #movies #screenwriting
November 4, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Script Analysis: “The Social Network” (2010) — Scene By Scene Breakdown. A great way to analyze a screenplay and its story structure. gointothestory.blcklst.com/script-analy... #movies #screenwriting
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Ryan Swanson, co-writer of The Chosen, reveals which characters in the show are the easiest and the hardest for him to write, along with which disciple he relates to the most - Hint:🦇🏊♂️
#againstthetidemedia #thechosentvseries #chosencon2024 #ryanswanson #screenwriting
#againstthetidemedia #thechosentvseries #chosencon2024 #ryanswanson #screenwriting
November 3, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Ryan Swanson, co-writer of The Chosen, reveals which characters in the show are the easiest and the hardest for him to write, along with which disciple he relates to the most - Hint:🦇🏊♂️
#againstthetidemedia #thechosentvseries #chosencon2024 #ryanswanson #screenwriting
#againstthetidemedia #thechosentvseries #chosencon2024 #ryanswanson #screenwriting
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1/5
Some screenwriting books teach cause and effect stating that “The King died, and then the Queen died” is not a story. But “The King died, and then the Queen died of grief” is. 🧵
#scriptsky #screenwriting #diadelosmuertos #dayofthedead
Some screenwriting books teach cause and effect stating that “The King died, and then the Queen died” is not a story. But “The King died, and then the Queen died of grief” is. 🧵
#scriptsky #screenwriting #diadelosmuertos #dayofthedead
November 3, 2025 at 1:39 AM
1/5
Some screenwriting books teach cause and effect stating that “The King died, and then the Queen died” is not a story. But “The King died, and then the Queen died of grief” is. 🧵
#scriptsky #screenwriting #diadelosmuertos #dayofthedead
Some screenwriting books teach cause and effect stating that “The King died, and then the Queen died” is not a story. But “The King died, and then the Queen died of grief” is. 🧵
#scriptsky #screenwriting #diadelosmuertos #dayofthedead
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Film music is more than emotion, it's storytelling in disguise. What emotion are you trying to evoke in your current project? 💭 #FilmmakerChat #Storytelling #MusicInFilm
November 3, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Film music is more than emotion, it's storytelling in disguise. What emotion are you trying to evoke in your current project? 💭 #FilmmakerChat #Storytelling #MusicInFilm
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The "found treasure" approach to storytelling creates such intimate, authentic narratives. It really makes the reader feel like they're a secret keeper. #Storytelling #Writing #Creative
Found Truths Revealed
Discover how "found treasure" storytelling unveils intimate, authentic narratives, making readers feel like secret keepers.
artsincubator.ca
November 3, 2025 at 9:16 AM
The "found treasure" approach to storytelling creates such intimate, authentic narratives. It really makes the reader feel like they're a secret keeper. #Storytelling #Writing #Creative
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Does your pitch accurately convey the spirit and voice of your story? The rest of your query letter is a business letter, but the pitch should sound like your manuscript and its tone.
Get our free submissions training: picturebooksubmissio...
#amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit
Get our free submissions training: picturebooksubmissio...
#amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit
November 1, 2025 at 11:21 PM
Does your pitch accurately convey the spirit and voice of your story? The rest of your query letter is a business letter, but the pitch should sound like your manuscript and its tone.
Get our free submissions training: picturebooksubmissio...
#amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit
Get our free submissions training: picturebooksubmissio...
#amwriting #querytip #amquerying #pbpitch #kidlit
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Some thoughts on genre. www.aealexander.com/blog/an-over... #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi #Horror #Thriller #Mystery #Historical #Genre
An Overview of Book Genres for Writers — Allison Alexander
Seven genres that are currently popular and questions to ask yourself when writing them.
www.aealexander.com
October 27, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Some thoughts on genre. www.aealexander.com/blog/an-over... #Writing #Fantasy #SciFi #Horror #Thriller #Mystery #Historical #Genre
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Another question for the #writers out there. How do you tackle rewrites? How do you see the weakpoints? I tackled the first stage and that is finishing a first draft, but the rewriting is a touch cookie.
October 26, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Another question for the #writers out there. How do you tackle rewrites? How do you see the weakpoints? I tackled the first stage and that is finishing a first draft, but the rewriting is a touch cookie.
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Please send help 😆😆
I am working on a fight scene right now, and I am, arguably, not great at writing combat.
So any tips/tricks/ suggestions feel free to share 😁
#writing #writingcommunity
The gif is what (I think) my fight scenes look like 😅
I am working on a fight scene right now, and I am, arguably, not great at writing combat.
So any tips/tricks/ suggestions feel free to share 😁
#writing #writingcommunity
The gif is what (I think) my fight scenes look like 😅
two seals are laying on top of a snow covered surface .
ALT: two seals are laying on top of a snow covered surface .
media.tenor.com
October 26, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Please send help 😆😆
I am working on a fight scene right now, and I am, arguably, not great at writing combat.
So any tips/tricks/ suggestions feel free to share 😁
#writing #writingcommunity
The gif is what (I think) my fight scenes look like 😅
I am working on a fight scene right now, and I am, arguably, not great at writing combat.
So any tips/tricks/ suggestions feel free to share 😁
#writing #writingcommunity
The gif is what (I think) my fight scenes look like 😅
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Non-writers: "How's the book going?"
Me: *nervous laughter while mentally reviewing 18 unsolved plot holes and 3 feral subplots*
#writing #writingcommunity #booksky
Me: *nervous laughter while mentally reviewing 18 unsolved plot holes and 3 feral subplots*
#writing #writingcommunity #booksky
October 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Non-writers: "How's the book going?"
Me: *nervous laughter while mentally reviewing 18 unsolved plot holes and 3 feral subplots*
#writing #writingcommunity #booksky
Me: *nervous laughter while mentally reviewing 18 unsolved plot holes and 3 feral subplots*
#writing #writingcommunity #booksky
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Very interesting…. For me, it comes down to mood and psychology: summer horror feels more communal, with group dynamics, and outdoor tension (Jaws, Weapons). Autumn horror would be the opposite: lonelier, quieter, and more about what happens when darkness falls. I definitely lean toward the latter.
October 25, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Very interesting…. For me, it comes down to mood and psychology: summer horror feels more communal, with group dynamics, and outdoor tension (Jaws, Weapons). Autumn horror would be the opposite: lonelier, quieter, and more about what happens when darkness falls. I definitely lean toward the latter.
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For authors who are political in your books (most of us really), what are themes covered in story?
#WritingCommunity #WritingQ
#WritingCommunity #WritingQ
October 25, 2025 at 5:38 PM
For authors who are political in your books (most of us really), what are themes covered in story?
#WritingCommunity #WritingQ
#WritingCommunity #WritingQ
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I one time figured out an insane plot twist at the end of a chapter of a sequel to a story I’d written over a year earlier. Every time the characters said “I don’t know why they’re doing this,” I didn’t know either. Until all of a sudden I did, and I still have no idea how I did that.
October 25, 2025 at 9:53 PM
I one time figured out an insane plot twist at the end of a chapter of a sequel to a story I’d written over a year earlier. Every time the characters said “I don’t know why they’re doing this,” I didn’t know either. Until all of a sudden I did, and I still have no idea how I did that.