Drinking in the Pen

Dawn Garcia
  • 5.0 (3)
  • TV & FILM

Created by writer Dawn Garcia, this is a podcast all about writing. Whether you’re writing for film or television, or a journalist, she’s giving it to you straight. From awards to failures, story courses through her veins. “Drinking in the Pen” is your invitation to have real talk about the process, what to expect, constantly learning, and never allowing your ego to run the show.

  1. 02/06/2023

    A little Monday Motivation

    Imposter syndrome and self doubt are jerks. That’s why you have to remember your superpower: no one sees the world the way you do.

    3 min
  2. Editorial + Screenwriting

    01/24/2023

    Editorial + Screenwriting

    While they seem like totally different worlds, there is a lot to be learned from editorial work: deadlines, structure, impact, ROI, marketable story, presentation, and more. If you can apply those concepts when you write for stage and screen? You’ll have an edge.

    20 min
  3. DIALOGUE MATTERS

    01/11/2023

    DIALOGUE MATTERS

    Writing is one thing, but learning how to express dialogue that sounds natural is another thing altogether. Be social, strike up conversations with strangers, engage in the discomfort so you truly grasp the art of conversation. Give your characters the life and respect they deserve …

    21 min
  4. Be the damn wildflower.

    12/01/2022

    Be the damn wildflower.

    As writers and storytellers we have a responsibility to bring the world together, bring it to its knees, or open its eyes to social injustices and humanity’s failings. Story is our bond to one another. Make yours count.

    13 min
  5. Remember Being 18?

    11/21/2022

    Remember Being 18?

    Ahh the days when we first gained independence as a “real” adult. The world was ours!! Let’s remember that, shall we?

    17 min
  6. BURNOUT. What do you do?

    11/08/2022

    BURNOUT. What do you do?

    Sometimes it happens. Our brains just calls it quits. And that’s okay. It might be time to take a week off to give your creativity a chance to recover.

    15 min
  7. “Spiraling” PART 2

    10/18/2022

    “Spiraling” PART 2

    The second part of my live read of “Spiraling” — and sharing a big regret about getting it produced.

    15 min
  8. A partial live read of: “Spiraling” A Live Action Short (Drama)

    10/07/2022

    A partial live read of: “Spiraling” A Live Action Short (Drama)

    Talking about hard things is one of the benefits of writing. Utilize it. Be responsible with it. And note that my mistake with this story was not using “V.O.” and “O.S.” correctly. Remember that when on a phone call, use V.O. to indicate we don’t see the person. Also note that O.S. should be used in film versus O.C., which is used in television. #LessonsInWriting

    25 min
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Created by writer Dawn Garcia, this is a podcast all about writing. Whether you’re writing for film or television, or a journalist, she’s giving it to you straight. From awards to failures, story courses through her veins. “Drinking in the Pen” is your invitation to have real talk about the process, what to expect, constantly learning, and never allowing your ego to run the show.

Information

  • Creator
    Dawn Garcia
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Dawn Garcia
  • Show Website
    Drinking in the Pen