The Problem with the Structure of The Last of Us
I have many feelings about The Last of Us TV show. Here’s the thing: from the very beginning, I found…
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The Karate Kid and Masculinity
Let’s talk about The Karate Kid – the original 1984 film that sparked a beloved franchise – and what it…
What is Your Story’s Engine?
Understanding your story’s engine is essential to creating a good story. I recently wrote about writer intent and why it’s…
What is Writer Intent?
When you first start writing (or even after you’ve been writing for a long time), you hear a lot about…
The Muddled Story of Damsel
You know, I really expected Damsel to be all bad. I don’t think its trailer did it many favors, and…
Motherhood Meets Taylor Swift
A strange relationship exists between Taylor Swift and my specific experience with motherhood. Since the birth of my second son,…