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are all sorts of "helps" out there for writers -- I
use Hollywood Screenplay (formatting version only) so I don't
have to mess with margins and tabs. Lots of available software
will even help you figure out the elements of telling a good
story (screenplay or novel). I think that's probably okay when
you are just learning, but you need to absorb your craft so,
after you've studied those essential basics, relying too much
on a computer program as your source of "creativity"
just doesn't make too much sense to me. But that's all really up to you to decide, so I'll list here all the writer's software I can find (some of it will be stand-alone programs and some will be add-ons to Word). It's your job to go research and find the product that's right for you. Happy hunting! |
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The standard that many in "the biz" use. |
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Figure out the budget of your movie |
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for independent filmmakers Production Boards, Budgets, Call Sheets, Daily Reports, Cast & Crew Lists, Contracts, Travel Forms, POs, Petty Cash, Receipts |
Click on the computer to go to Mike's page. Here are Mike's own words about the add-ons he created: "Script Assistant (script.wcm), Sitcom Assistant (sitcom.wcm) and Screen Play Assistant (screenpl.wcm) are three WordPerfect for Windows macros I wrote to make it easier for playwrights and screenwriters to use WordPerfect for script writing. "Readthis.txt" is the accompanying help file. You can download them separately or as a zipped archive." |
Add-on for Microsoft Word Click on the above logo to go to the DigiScript site. They offer a FREE TRIAL version and a Registered Version ($10). Here is what DigiScript says about their product: "DiGiScript is a simple to use Film Script Formatting Template designed solely for Microsoft Word. With this template you can use all the power and features of Word to get your writing on the page as fast as possible with the standard script formatting rules in place." |
Click on the above logo to find out more. Features include: Accessories, Brain Trainers, Diversions, Learning Programs, Organizers, Personal Organizers, Freelance Business, Your Computer, Skill Improvement, Writing Support, Self Care, and Reference. Writer's Dreampack is currently offered as a free bonus with orders of the Writer's Software Companion. |
Sophocles is a new screenplay software program that emphasizes the writing process. While other script writing software puts the focus on margins and page breaks, Sophocles was conceptualized from the start as a story creation tool for screenwriters. By allowing you to easily navigate and manipulate your story elements, Sophocles helps you craft a tighter, smoother flowing screenplay. Click on the logo above to go to the Sophocles Home Page and learn more about this software. |
Simply put, a Writer's Block is a container that holds text. Each block can be used to enter an idea, scene, point, etc. Like using electronic note cards, Writers Blocks allows you to easily and efficiently manipulate ideas. Unlike ordinary paper note cards, Writers Blocks lets you easily edit, arrange, re-number, and print your blocks. Arranging your blocks with drag and drop ease, you can quickly and easily organize your story into a coherent outline. |
Add-on for Microsoft Word |
Screenplay Styler is a template formatted for writing screenplays with Microsoft Word 97. |
Screenplay Formatter Screenwright(R) is a WordPerfect 6.1 for Windows screenplay formatting add-on which automates the screenwriting process to a degree approached before now only by the costly standalone script processors. This shareware includes intuitive tools, which remember characters, locations, and a glossary; it also has full production-standard features. Download Site Here |
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