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How to Write a Musical Like ‘Wicked’
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How 'The Penguin' Brings 'The Sopranos' to the Superhero Genre
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What Are Static and Dynamic Characters in Screenwriting?
Characters are essential to storytelling. They drive conflict, provide a point of view for the story, and become the audience’s reason to stay rooted in the experience. But what kind of character are you writing to motivate your story?
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