Story to Screenplay in 20 Steps
MASTER THE ART OF WRITING FOR FILM
By Carlos Graña
Narrated by Vanessa Osman, a voiceover artist paralyzed from a spinal cord injury—100% of audiobook sales go to Vanessa’s personal fund. This book is more than a helpful guide, it’s a way to support someone rebuilding her life. Consider purchasing multiple orders as gifts, or hiring Vanessa for your own project via vanessaosman.com
“An absolute gem for aspiring screenwriters.”
“An exceptional road map for writers hoping to build timeless, well-crafted stories.”
“I would recommend this book to anyone who has a story idea and wants a clear guide on how to make that story something more.”
“A screenwriter’s secret weapon!”
THE BOOK
This is a clear, direct, and engaging guide distilled from dozens of publications and years of production experience, designed to help new and seasoned writers master the art of storytelling for film. A checklist I still use today, this is the book I wish I’d had my first day in filmmaking.
TEACHERS & Libraries
PODCAST
Listen to in-depth discussions about each Step between Carlos and script-doctor/producer Timothy Gagliardo:
More added weekly
ONLINE COURSE
Feeling stuck or scattered? This course gives you the structure, clarity, and motivation to finally write the screenplay you’ve been dreaming about. Whether you’re starting fresh or rewriting, these companion lessons will take you from blank page to solid draft—step by step.
20 recorded lessons (1 per Step)
Expanded exploration of each Step
Printable worksheets for each module
Lifetime access, including all future updates
Learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere
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CHARTS & TEMPLATES
Character & Plot
Story Beat Sheet
Character Sheet Example
Courtesy Timothy Gagliardo
FURTHER READING
Story by Robert McGee
Creating Character Arcs by K.M. Wieland
Psychology of the Unconscious by Carl Jung
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