I’m nearly done with my comic thriller, The Worst Thing About Sam, so I wanted to re-post some of these “Writing Funny” tips I pulled together along the way: Stereotypes are real. We all carry them and we represent that remark. If we’re wise or well-disciplined, we don’t take action on them–moving from stereotyping toContinue reading “Writing Funny: Traits of Comedic Characters”
Category Archives: Actors
Favorite Kindle Quotes: Lindsay Faye (2)
As I read my Kindle, I highlight intriguing or beautifully descriptive passages from the novel. Here are a few recent . . . “Aggressively incompetent.” LINDSAY FAYE, THE GODS OF GOTHAM “That was about as comforting as a split basket of snakes.” Lindsay Faye, The Gods of Gotham “The once-delicate pink wallpaper was peeling inContinue reading “Favorite Kindle Quotes: Lindsay Faye (2)”
Interview with Susan from How to Be Good on TV
I had a fun opportunity to talk with Susan Siravo of How to Be Good on TV. She’s a Little Prompter user, and conducts a great interview. Check out the video, below, and follow her YouTube channel for more great tips about how to be good on TV! (You can also order a Little PrompterContinue reading “Interview with Susan from How to Be Good on TV”
From an Actress and University Faculty
It’s great to hear from folks about how they’re using their Little Prompters. Today I received this short email from a university instructor and actress: “Hi Dann, Thank you for the prompt response and information. I’m looking forward to using the Little Prompter – both as an instructor at [University] and as an actress. ThisContinue reading “From an Actress and University Faculty”