TURNING A NOVEL INTO A SCREENPLAY

How to turn your 300 page novel into a 150 page screenplay

It is OVERWHELMING

I know I know 

that feeling of not knowing where the heck to start!! And SO many words!! Not to talk about The Story! 

But Don’t Panic! 

I will break it down Easy for you 

Take notes! You might want to write this down 

Oh and also, I am ADHD creative  so I will do it in the most fun way for you! Sounds good yeah?? 🥳 work is meant to be fun and inspiring not Boring and daunting! 

So Quick steps 

Step 1 

Search for your MAGIC Lines 

These are your GOLD MINES!! 

Drag and drop these lines into your script 

And You start building a thrilling dialogue between your characters 

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How to start writing your screenplay

If you are just starting out and feel a bit lost on how to structure your script I would highly recommend our online courses where I guide you through your writing processes step-by-step. https://www.unlockedart.com/courses

Heading #1: What is the best way to turn a novel into a screenplay?

Heading #2: How can you structure your writing?

Heading #3: How can you write being in a creative flow?

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Heading #1: What is the best way to turn your novel into a screenplay?

So you've finished your novel and now you want to bring it to the cinema? Let me start by saying CONGRATULATIONS! That is amazing that you have written an entire novel and that you now are ready to take it to the screens!!

Have you written a 300-350 words or more novel? CONGRATULATIONS!!

If you want to start on an easy and inspiring note I would highly recommend you to grab a hold of a copy of https://www.unlockedart.com/product-page/8-steps-turning-your-novel-into-a-screenplay that easily breaks it down for you!

Heading #2: How can you structure your writing?

You might have googled answers on this question, perhaps you've read books or asked friends and family to bring some clarity on this topic, but regardless how much you try to structure your writing you feel as if it is chaotic and messy. Now, being chaotic can be a part of your creative process and might not always be a negative thing! Sometimes the best ideas come from a chaotic mind. However, there are some useful guidlines that you can apply to your writing that will make it easier for you to structure your writing and more effortlessly create a story. If you are aspiring to become a writer, https://www.unlockedart.com/courses, you could really use some tips on how to structure your writing. There are not a way that suits all, but there are guidlines to follow that could benefit your writing process, and also, get you to stay in your creative flow!

Heading #3: How can you write being in a creative flow?

Remaining in a creative flow while writing is the DREAM state to be in, but it's not always possible. Sometimes you feel stuck, other times frustrated and sometimes you are simply just lacking motivation. Every writer has been in that situation. Where you want to write, you know you have so many wonderful ideas but you just can't get yourself to the creative flow! You know that flow where everything feels effortless, your ideas are just bursting out onto the paper and you are feeling so happy, inspired and focused. As much as it might be a mindset issue, sometimes the best thing you can do is actually take a break and come back to it when you are ready. When you feel ready to dive in and get into your creative power it can be very helpful to get some coaching alongside it: https://www.unlockedart.com/booking-calendar/unlocked-power?referral=service_list_widget Remember you are not alone in your writing process. We are rooting for your story to be written!