by Diane Drake | Aug 26, 2016 | News
According to Wikipedia, “Humanitas” is a Latin noun meaning human nature, civilization and kindness. What a lovely word, isn’t it? It’s also the name of a wonderful organization in Los Angeles, established in 1974, which, among other...
by Diane Drake | May 14, 2016 | News
Four of my favorite writing/movie business cartoons.
by Diane Drake | May 12, 2016 | News
I recently had the pleasure of being invited to moderate a group discussion of this script for The Storyboard Development Group at Fox Studios, and I gotta say, if you are in Los Angeles, have aspirations of being a screenwriter and are not attending these gatherings,...
by Diane Drake | Apr 30, 2016 | News
I’m really excited to be moderating a discussion of the script for this new George Clooney/Julia Roberts movie at Fox Studios. Further details below. Hope to see you there!
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...
by Diane Drake | Mar 8, 2014 | News
Had to share this link to Ron Suskind’s incredibly fascinating and moving tale of how Disney stories helped him and the rest of his family connect with his autistic son, Owen. I don’t know when I’ve read a greater testament to the power of...
