Welcome to Screen Writer Ink
Welcome to Screen Writer Ink, a place dedicated to the craft and joy of storytelling.
This site was created for writers who want to deepen their understanding of how great stories work. Whether you are writing a novel, a screenplay, a short story, or exploring storytelling for the first time, Screen Writer Ink is designed to provide practical guidance and thoughtful insight into the creative process. Writing is both an art and a craft, and the more we understand the tools of storytelling—character, structure, theme, and visual narrative—the more powerful our stories become.
Here you will find articles focused on the fundamentals of storytelling and screenwriting, along with deeper discussions about character creation, plot development, cinematic storytelling, and the creative habits that help writers finish what they start. Many of these posts draw from my years of teaching screenwriting and filmmaking at the university level, where I have worked with students learning to turn ideas into compelling stories for the page and screen.
Screen Writer Ink is also the home for resources connected to my books, courses, and writing projects. From Mastering Character Creation to upcoming workshops and creative projects, this site serves as a hub where writers can explore ideas, learn practical techniques, and continue growing as storytellers.
You love stories and want to become better at telling them, you’re in the right place.
If you enjoy exploring the craft of storytelling, consider subscribing so you never miss new articles, writing insights, and resources designed to help you become a stronger storyteller.
Whether you’re outlining your first screenplay, developing a novel, or refining your characters and themes, Screen Writer Ink exists to support writers who take their craft seriously and believe great stories matter.
Keep writing. Keep learning. Keep telling stories that only you can tell.
Fade In Is Just The Beginning.
— John Morgan Risner
Founder, Screen Writer Ink
Screenwriter | Novelist | Story Analyst
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The Craft of Screenwriting: The Parts of a Screenplay
John Risner
John Morgan Risner is a screenwriter, novelist, and story analyst, and the founder of Screen Writer Ink. With over a decade of experience teaching screenwriting and filmmaking at the university level, he has helped writers develop stronger stories through a focus on character, structure, and cinematic storytelling. His work spans multiple genres, including thriller, horror, and mystery, with an emphasis on character-driven narratives. He is also a film historian with a deep knowledge of classic and modern cinema, including the James Bond films and novels. Through Screen Writer Ink, he provides writers with practical, experience-based insight into the craft of storytelling—helping them move beyond theory and write with clarity, purpose, and control.
