The reason we love stories is the characters. Sure, we like a good, exciting plot and an interesting world, but complex characters are what turn those worlds and plots into something memorable—they ...

Every story that has impressed the audience features proactive characters. If your script (or book) is failing to impress readers despite your narrative having clear goals, quirky characters, a unique ...

Vince Gilligan famously pitched “Breaking Bad,” the influential drama series that saw mild-mannered teacher Walter White (Bryan Cranston) become a meth kingpin, by saying: “You take Mr. Chips and turn ...

Happy Days, one of the best TV comedies set outside New York and Los Angeles, gave us classic catchphrases, the legendary “Jump the Shark” trope, and quite possibly the greatest theme song in the ...

It is an honor to be asked to be someone’s character reference. But even if you are enthused about helping a friend or colleague out, you might feel a little intimidated by the prospect of putting the ...