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Love at first scene
Love at first sceneYou know that moment. You’re watching a movie or reading a script, and you meet a character who completely hooks you. You don’t know everything about them yet, but you’re in. It’s the way they walk into the room. That one unexpected choice. A single line that makes you think, “Ohhhh… I’d follow this person anywhere.” Now think about the character introductions in your screenplay. Do they deliver that experience for the reader? If they don’t, don't worry — with a few new tools and a little love & attention, your character intros can create that spark of attraction that pulls readers in. And that's what we're covering in this month's workshop: ✨ Magnetic Character IntrosThe goal of this workshop is to help you write character introductions that grab attention, spark connection, and set up your story for success — all in one scene. 🗓️ September 14, 2025 (live on Zoom, recording available within 48hrs) Get all the details and grab your spot here. (Just $27 through September 8th!) During the workshop, we’ll break down:
When a major character's first appearance on the page feels flat or vague, the whole story has to work twice as hard to keep the reader engaged. But when we feel something immediately about that character, everything else gets easier. That’s why I'm teaching Magnetic Character Intros. The way characters are introduced in your screenplay does more heavy lifting than you may realize. So this workshop is designed to shine a spotlight on what might easily be overlooked, and to give you the tools to get this part right. We’re talking:
If you want your character to pull readers in like a magnet, it all starts with an unforgettable first impression.
($27 through September 8th) Hope to see you there, Naomi |
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