We offer tools, not rules, that you can use to develop your story and craft superior pages, every time. Our structure, mentorship, and focus on storytelling foundations helps both aspiring and experienced screenwriters succeed.
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Latest News & Events
- Our winter Concept to Pages workshop starts January 10, 2026. Our scholarship application deadline is December 1.
- Our winter Writing Is Rewriting workshop starts January 11, 2026.
- NEW: The Craft & Business of Pitching with screenwriter Jeane Phan Wong. This invaluable three-part workshop starts January 29, 2026.
- Our next Italy Screenwriting Retreat dates have been announced: May 24-June 6, 2026. Single week options are available.
- The Ladies’ Room comedy lab in Italy for female writers, with Emmy-winners Liz Hara and Jill Twiss, runs June 8-15, 2026.
- Our 2025 California Rewriting Lab sold out! 2026 dates and deadlines will be announced by January.
Frustrated by industry notes on your script?
- Our collaborative, nurturing workshops and residential writing labs grow your skills and bring your ideas to fruition.
- Our script feedback services provide a clear roadmap for your rewrites.
- Our coaching & consulting services offer ongoing support, whatever your writing goals.
Heidi's Blog

Heidi’s Blog: The Power of a Wordless Story
Heidi’s Blog: The Power of a Wordless Story

Heidi’s Blog: My Old Ass and Arrival
Heidi’s Blog: My Old Ass and Arrival

Heidi’s Blog: The Power of Subtext
Heidi’s Blog: The Power of Subtext

Heidi’s Blog: The Power of Context
Heidi’s Blog: The Power of Context

Guest Post: Taking Risks
Guest Post: Taking Risks

Heidi’s Blog: The Quiet Girl – Thoughts on Hidden Story Structure
Heidi’s Blog: The Quiet Girl – Thoughts on Hidden Story Structure
Getting nowhere with screenplay contests and coverage?
“As a long-time coach and contest judge, I can tell on the first page if a script is going to be an engaging or painful read. We created PageCraft to help you solve your script’s problems or avoid them in the first place. Many of our clients have gone on to find representation, win contests, and become working writers. Let us help you unlock the potential of your writing and craft a script that judges and executives can’t put down.”
— Heidi Hornbacher
