Writing With A Partner

When I shelved my first spec, I began toying with the idea of working with a partner. I'd entertained the thought before, but this time I was set on actually trying it. And like with any big decision, the first thing I did was talk to a couple of people who work with writing partners (one of whom was the piquant Emily).

They basically told me what I should have realized on my own: writing is a lot like having sex. Sure it's fun to do on your own, but so much more pleasant when company is present.

They were right.

We're about a week away from finishing the first draft of our screenplay - and neither one of us can contain our excitement. We're literally itching to have a select few of our friends read it and get our first round of feedback. Whatever happens, I think I can speak for both of us when I say that we've both thoroughly enjoyed the process.

The back and forth of a built-in sounding board is such an amazing asset to have. We laugh, we refine and compliment each others work, and most of all, I think we make strengthen each others talents and abilities.

Every screenwriter should experience writing with a partner at least once before discounting it as an option. I can't recommend it enough.

Now let's see what happens next week when we show the script to people for the first time.

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