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Rocaberti Writer’s Retreat, Dordogne, France – Summer, 2018

Rocaberti Writer’s Retreat, Dordogne, France – Summer, 2018

by Diane Drake | Sep 4, 2018 | Blog, News

I had the extraordinary pleasure of serving as a mentor this summer at this writing retreat held at Miles Copeland’s stunning 14th century Marouatte castle in the French countryside. It was a spectacular experience in every way, and I’m delighted to say...
“Don’t draw the line at good enough” – My new interview with Creative Screenwriting.com

“Don’t draw the line at good enough” – My new interview with Creative Screenwriting.com

by Diane Drake | Jan 11, 2017 | Blog, News

  To read further— https://creativescreenwriting.com/diane-drake/
Excited to share my newest Interview with Ann Baldwin for MovieMaker.com

Excited to share my newest Interview with Ann Baldwin for MovieMaker.com

by Diane Drake | Dec 3, 2016 | Blog

Million-Dollar Advice: Screenwriter Diane Drake on Strengthening Loglines, Finding “Seed Scenes” and More By Ann Baldwin on November 14, 2016 14 Diane Drake is one of just four female screenwriters with sole credit who have earned $1 million or more for their...
Building Character(s) – 5 Tips for Creating a Lead Character Your Audience Will Really Care About

Building Character(s) – 5 Tips for Creating a Lead Character Your Audience Will Really Care About

by Diane Drake | Jun 17, 2014 | Blog, News, Writing Tips

“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through the experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired and success achieved.” ~ Helen Keller     From a certain angle, a writer’s job can be boiled...
“I Wish I’d Written That” – Writers Guild Foundation Evening – May 23

“I Wish I’d Written That” – Writers Guild Foundation Evening – May 23

by Diane Drake | Apr 29, 2013 | Blog, News

The Writers Guild Foundation and the Humanitas Organization, (a wonderful group – more on them here), are co-sponsoring what sounds like a terrific panel called “I Wish I’d Written That – What Makes a Great Movie” featuring writers...
My Interview on Screenplay Design for “Women and Hollywood”

My Interview on Screenplay Design for “Women and Hollywood”

by Diane Drake | Mar 24, 2013 | Blog, News, Writing Tips

I recently had the pleasure of doing another interview, this one on screenplay design, with the fab Ann Baldwin and it’s now up on a terrific site called “Women and Hollywood” run by Melissa Silverstein. In it, I cover what I consider some of the...
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