Save the Cat! Everything You Need to Know About Writing Horror Screenplays

This is the new installment of the world-famous series on writing screenplays! The new book will help you understand how to create thrilling horror stories from idea to final frame. At the heart of the book are 15 "beats" of the plot, each of which moves the story forward and heightens the sense of fear: from the opening scene and the hero's motivation to the catalyst, psychological fears, and various forms of fright. The book thoroughly analyzes types of scary moments (sudden, false, psychological) and methods for building tension. Experienced screenwriter and horror writer Jamie Nash takes us into the shadows of the legendary subgenre "monster in the house" and reveals the secrets of crafting truly terrifying stories.