Publications
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Essays & Textbooks
A Writer's Year
A collection of commentaries looking back over Sally's lifetime of events and insights — great and small — that impacted her creativity in poetry, fiction, and dramatic scripting. 365 mini-essays of a motivational-inspirational journey that can challenge any writer to rethink their own creativity… one day at a time.
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Learn Screenwriting
From Start to Adaptation to Pro Advice. A unique textbook — THREE independent courses in one volume — intended to focus a creative writer of any age on the fundamental skills of cinematic storytelling. Can be used by individuals, writing groups, or in the classroom.
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Learn Genre Film Secrets
From 11 Genres in 22 Films With 24 Concepts to In-depth Romance. Readers learn what Genre is, how each of 11 genres work, and how film intensifies and satisfies aficionado expectations — plus how to weave elements from one genre into another for broader appeal.
Available on AmazonSelected Articles & Columns
Since June 2010, Sally has posted a monthly column on the international Savvy Authors website — A Dramatist's Tale — addressing various issues in the dramatic arts. She has also contributed staff articles to two international film magazines, Screentalk and Moviescope, for over 10 years.
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