The SoCreate Weekly Museletter
New SoCreate Feature Announced, True Story Writing Prompts, Plus What to Do After Entering Competitions!
Hey SoCreators,
Exciting updates ahead! Discover our brand-new Themes feature in SoCreate Writer, be inspired by this week’s screenwriting blogs, and move onto Week 25 of our screenplay challenge.
NEW! Custom Themes for Your SoCreate Writing Environment!
We’re thrilled to introduce a brand-new feature built by popular demand: Themes! Now, you can customize the color scheme of your writing environment in SoCreate Writer to match your mood or the time of day. Choose from four exciting options:
Light and Colorful
Light and Simple
Dark and Colorful
Dark and Simple
Changing your theme is simple! Just click on your avatar image, select "View Account," and under Settings, you’ll find the new preferences. This feature lets you tailor your workspace to be exactly how you want it, enhancing your writing experience.
Try it out today and see how a new theme can inspire your creativity!
Exploring This Week’s Featured Blogs
How to Write More Diverse Stories
Do you want your stories to be more inclusive? This blog provides practical advice on creating diverse and authentic characters. Learn how to enrich your stories with varied perspectives and backgrounds, making them resonate with a broader audience.
How to Import a Story into SoCreate
Getting started with SoCreate is easier than ever! Our latest blog walks you through the simple steps to import your existing screenplays into (and back out of) SoCreate. Whether you want to try a new writing software on for size, or you’re ready to make the switch to SoCreate, our importing feature gives you a head start.
20 Writing Ideas Based on True Stories
Sometimes, reality is stranger than fictions! Discover 20 unique writing prompts based on real-life events. We’ve got a treasure trove of ideas that can help you craft compelling stories rooted in reality, perfect for your next screenplay, book, or TV show.
Week 25: Let’s Write a Screenplay in 2024!
Welcome to Week 25 of our journey to write a screenplay in 2024! Now that you've submitted your screenplay to competitions, it's time to focus on the next steps to keep the momentum going.
After Submitting to Screenwriting Competitions
You've taken a big step by entering your screenplay into contests. Here’s what to do next:
Start a New Project: Keep your creativity flowing by beginning a new script or revisiting old ideas.
Seek Additional Feedback: Continue refining your screenplay based on feedback from peers or writing groups. SoCreate’s handy Feedback Feature makes this so easy!
Learn and Network: Educate yourself with screenwriting resources and connect with industry professionals through events and online communities.
Prepare for Responses: Get ready to pitch your script if you advance in the competition, and research potential production companies and agents.
For more tips and detailed steps, check out our blog on 2 Reasons Why You Should Definitely Enter Screenwriting Competitions and The Best Screenwriting Contests That Offer Feedback.
Remember, each submission is a step towards success. Stay motivated and keep pushing forward!
If you want to take part in our challenge, get a recap of every weekly task since January 1 below.
SoCreate’s Weekly Writing Challenge
Are you ready to flex your writing muscles and establish a regular writing habit? Commit to our weekly writing challenges! Simply read the prompt, click "Accept the Challenge," and you'll be directed to SoCreate Writer to start crafting your story straight away.
Our writing challenges are perfect for sharpening your skills, exploring different genres, and sparking your creativity. Remember, there's no pressure here—it's all about personal growth and enjoyment.
This week, we’re going to write a kid-friendly scene that captures the wonder and amazement of children who come upon a mystical gathering.
Remember, SoCreate now offers FREE plans, so there’s no excuse to not take the challenge each week 😊
Location: Outside (EXT) – Campsite in the Forest
Characters: Mia (10), Jake (8)
Set the Scene: The sun is setting over a quiet forest campsite. Mia and her younger brother Jake are sitting by the campfire, roasting marshmallows. The forest is quiet except for the crackling fire and distant sounds of nature.
Prompt: As Mia and Jake enjoy their marshmallows, Jake spots a glowing light darting between the trees. Curious, they follow the light deeper into the forest and discover a hidden clearing where tiny, magical creatures are gathering. Write a scene that captures the wonder and excitement of Mia and Jake as they encounter this fantastical world. How do they interact with the creatures, and what magical surprises await them?
That's it for this week's Museletter! We hope it inspired you to write. Your stories are important, and every sentence you add brings you one step closer to a finished story you can share with the world!
<3 Your friends at SoCreate
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