Save the Book: A Novel Approach to Writing Cinematically
Presenter: Hillary DePiano
October 13, 2026
8 pm ET (7:00 CST, 6:00 MST, 5:00 PST)
90 minutes
Zoom Workshop
This Zoom workshop will be held Tuesday, October 13th at 8 pm ET/7 pm CT/6 pm MT/5 pm PT. Your connection link will be handled through your Zoom account.
Overview
Unlock your creativity and conquer writer’s block in this Zoom workshop on using scriptwriting tricks to take your novel to the next level!
Draw on techniques used in theatre, graphic novels, video games, TV and movies to think cinematically. In this workshop from playwright Hillary DePiano, we’ll focus on visual storytelling, crafting compelling characters and elevating your story into something audiences can cheer for.
Whether you’re stuck in the middle of your first draft or looking for a way to give your latest revision an extra buff, re-imagining your novel as a script can give you that fresh perspective you need to reignite your passion for your story, untangle narrative issues and propel your book from boring to blockbuster.
Presenter
Hillary DePiano is a playwright, fiction and non-fiction author best known for fantastically funny fairy tales, surprisingly sweet slapstick and unrelentingly upbeat writing advice. With over two dozen plays for everyone from pre-schoolers and up, she’s been honored to have her work performed in schools and theatres around the world. Hillary also writes about eBay, e-commerce and selling online under the name T. W. Seller (TheWhineSeller.com).
For more information about her books, plays, and blogs or to connect via social media, visit HillaryDePiano.com.
Zoom Requirements
This class will be a Zoom workshop and will be recorded.
Access to the workshop is limited to paid participants and members of Romance Writers Online. You will be able to access the Zoom presentation for approximately thirty days afterwards.
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FAQs
Do I have to have a paid Zoom account to participate? No, we use the Romance Writers Online account to host Zoom workshops. You just need a free account.
What time will the workshop start? We usually go live ten minutes before the listed start time so please join us then.
How long will the workshop run? We usually go about 90 minutes.
Will I be able to ask questions? Of course! The workshop moderator will announce at the beginning of the session how the presenter will handle questions and comments.