Doesn't it always seem a bit weak when successful writers say persistence is key? Sometimes that's not what we want to hear. Watching the Cardiff half marathon got me thinking about my writing discipline.

Happy New Year! Or maybe not? In this the first episode of 2019 I talk about the two script submissions I have put in this month and some upcoming exciting writing opportunities. Heard of the Wales Writer in Residence scheme yet? No? Well have a listen to find out.

What do you do when you feel blocked creatively? As my main project becomes more involved and seems to get bigger and bigger I think I need to spend some time focusing on a smaller project in order to get going again.

Ways to connect with other writers and creatives in the same industry and also tips on how to find those submission openings to submit your screenplay to. Also, I submitted my first script this week!

How to flesh out those amazing script ideas. A good narrative is more than just a series of events there has to be linking factors that drive the story onward. Does your drama need more drama?

Ever wonder how people come up with amazing ideas for screenplays? Would you like to have easy access to creative inspiration? In this episode I share some of the ways I come up with my best ideas and give you some fool proof ways to get your creative juices flowing.

From Disney to the BBC, well formed characters are essential to any screenplay. Realistic flawed characters are essential to my writing because I know that's what grabs my attention as a reader and a viewer. I also take a surface look at the differences in mediums when it comes to writing screenplays.

Episode 1 is packed full of all the useful resources I have found so far all about screenwriting. I talk through some of my ideas and inspiration and also describe the projects I am currently working on.