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How to Write Better Dialogue (5 Rules from Working Writers)

Subtext, rhythm, and the art of saying less. Five rules that separate amateur dialogue from working writers.

ShipShit Team · Apr 25, 2026 · 7 min read · 13 reads

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What Makes a Great Logline (And the 4-Sentence Test)

A logline is one sentence that earns you a meeting. Here's the formula working writers use, with examples from films you know.

ShipShit Team · Apr 15, 2026 · 6 min read · 14 reads

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How to Format a Screenplay: The Complete Guide

Industry-standard screenplay formatting in plain English. Sluglines, action lines, dialogue, transitions, and the rules nobody tells you.

ShipShit Team · Apr 10, 2026 · 8 min read · 16 reads