Learn from a Pro Screenwriter and a World-Class Teacher.
I’m Tom Vaughan. I've written screenplays professionally for 29 years and taught the subject for nearly as long.
I can't promise you a professional screenwriting career.
No one can.
But I can promise you that you will be a better screenwriter. And I can promise to help you get closer to your screenwriting ambitions.
Story and Plot is for the most devoted of screenwriters.
In these courses, I will give you what I lacked early in my career, and that is a consistent, proven process to take any idea, find the story, and write a professional-level screenplay.
There is, of course, a lot between here and there, but these courses will show you the way.
Learn from a Pro Screenwriter and a World-Class Teacher.
I’m Tom Vaughan. I've written screenplays professionally for 28 years and taught the subject for nearly as long.
I can't promise you a professional screenwriting career.
No one can.
But I can promise you that you will be a better screenwriter. And I can promise to help you get closer to your screenwriting ambitions.
Story and Plot is for the most devoted of screenwriters.
In these courses, I will give you what I lacked early in my career, and that is a consistent, proven process to take any idea, find the story, and write a professional-level screenplay.
There is, of course, a lot between here and there, but these courses will show you the way.
What others are saying about Story and Plot:
What others are saying about Story and Plot:
The Bundle
MASTERING STRUCTURE ($197)
This course will get you excited about story structure.
- This course is for screenwriters, not wannabe critics. Learn how to break down any movie's structure to learn from it and to help show you next steps for your own screenplay.
- LIFETIME access to the Mastering Structure course. This includes any and all updates.
- Over 50 tutorials to be viewed in small bites and easily accessed later when you want to review specific topics. The course will remain with you when you need it.
- 100% 30-day guarantee. Love the course, or get your money back, no questions asked.
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The Courses
MASTERING STRUCTURE ($197)
This course will get you excited about story structure.
- This course is for screenwriters, not wannabe critics. Learn how to break down any movie's structure to learn from it and to help show you next steps for your own screenplay.
- LIFETIME access to the Mastering Structure course. This includes any and all updates.
- Over 50 tutorials to be viewed in small bites and easily accessed later when you want to review specific topics. The course will remain with you when you need it.
- 100% 30-day guarantee. Love the course, or get your money back, no questions asked.
IDEA TO OUTLINE ($297)
Over 50 short videos will teach you to:
- DEFINE what story you're telling.
- VALIDATE that idea so your goals match your project.
- GENERATE the great scenes your story wants and promises.
- FOCUS on big, decisive decisions so each smaller decision adds to a unified whole.
- ASSEMBLE the structure of your story for maximum narrative momentum and emotional resonance
This isn't theory. It's testimony. I'll work the whole process with two of my own projects, one that sold and one that didn't, and we'll even discuss why!
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IDEA TO OUTLINE ($297)
Over 50 short videos will teach you to:
- DEFINE what story you're telling.
- VALIDATE that idea so your goals match your project.
- GENERATE the great scenes your story wants and promises.
- FOCUS on big, decisive decisions so each smaller decision adds to a unified whole.
- ASSEMBLE the structure of your story for maximum narrative momentum and emotional resonance
This isn't theory. It's testimony. I'll work the whole process with two of my own projects, one that sold and one that didn't, and we'll even discuss why!
Concept is King ($67)
Give everyone who loves your project what they need to get others excited about it, too.
In this course, you will learn:
- Why Hollywood relies so much on high concept and why it matters to you.
- How every genre, from comedy to horror to drama, benefits from it.
- How to validate your concept for the market and generate great scenes from it.
The ideas and processes outlined in the courses can change the entire direction of your career.
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Concept is King ($67)
Give everyone who loves your project what they need to get others excited about it, too.
In this course, you will learn:
- Why Hollywood relies so much on high concept and why it matters to you.
- How every genre, from comedy to horror to drama, benefits from it.
- How to validate your concept for the market and generate great scenes from it.
The ideas and processes outlined in the courses can change the entire direction of your career.
Perfecting The Logline ($67)
The backbone of Story and Plot Pro, and where the quarterly price point comes from.
These are not traditional lectures. This is direct feedback from me. We are working on YOUR projects in these sessions. We examine your concepts, structures, characters, and page notes to improve the read.
We do not fill up this premium time with guests or generic teaching. These live sessions are for YOU.
The price of the entire membership is how much I charged for my sold-out eight-week sessions in Los Angeles, meaning just these classes are worth the price of membership alone.
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Perfecting The Logline ($67)
The backbone of Story and Plot Pro, and where the quarterly price point comes from.
These are not traditional lectures. This is direct feedback from me. We are working on YOUR projects in these sessions. We examine your concepts, structures, characters, and page notes to improve the read.
We do not fill up this premium time with guests or generic teaching. These live sessions are for YOU.
The price of the entire membership is how much I charged for my sold-out eight-week sessions in Los Angeles, meaning just these classes are worth the price of membership alone.
The Community Option
Surround yourself with others who are as passionate and determined as you.
Everyone tells you that writing is lonely, right? Here is something I learned over the years:
That’s a choice.
Sure, there’s a point where it’s just you and the blank page, but being alone and lonely aren’t the same.
There are other talented people who know what you’re going through. They understand the trials of such an ambitious pursuit.
Screenwriting is challenging through every phase. But it’s a lot easier with like-minded people supporting you and rooting for you every step of the way. That includes me.
Want to work with me directly? This is the way.
If you're serious about your screenwriting, Story and Plot Pro is the place for you.
When you enroll in The Bundle (or Mastering Structure and Idea to Outline separately), you are eligible for
Story and Plot Pro.
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The Community Option
When you enroll in Mastering Structure and Idea to Outline, you are eligible for Story and Plot Pro.
Surround yourself with others who are as passionate and determined as you.
Everyone tells you that writing is lonely, right? Here is something I learned over the years:
That’s a choice.
Sure, there’s a point where it’s just you and the blank page, but being alone and lonely aren’t the same.
There are other talented people who know what you’re going through. They understand the trials of such an ambitious pursuit.
Screenwriting is challenging through every phase. But it’s a lot easier with like-minded people supporting you and rooting for you every step of the way. That includes me.
Want to work with me directly? This is the way
If you're serious about your screenwriting, Story and Plot Pro is the place for you.
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Work the courses yourself or with others.
Whether you want to take the courses on your own or join the community where you can ask me questions, participate in a writers group, and use the Story and Plot Story Guide to organize your story, we have just the right option for you.
The Story and Plot Bundle
You get:
- Mastering Structure ($197)
- Idea To Outline ($297)
- Concept is King ($67)
- Perfecting The Logline ($67)
That's $187 savings over buying the courses separately. Almost 30%!
With Story and Plot Pro you get:
Access to the community of other Story and Plot screenwriters.Notion story and structure digital template ($199 Value)Guest Speakers.Bi-weekly office hours with Tom.Writing GroupsDiscounts, and so much more!That's $431 less than buying the courses separately.
Enroll in the best screenwriting courses out there. Taught by a working professional of 29 years who has been teaching the subject for almost as long
$441
The Story and Plot Bundle + The Pro Community
You get:
- Mastering Structure ($197)
- Idea To Outline ($297)
- Concept is King ($67)
- Perfecting The Logline ($67)
- 3 Months of Story and Plot Pro ($200)
That's $231 in savings compared to buying the courses and joining Pro separately.
With Story and Plot Pro you get:
- Access to the community of other Story and Plot screenwriters.
- Notion story and structure digital template ($199 Value)
- Guest Speakers/Webinars.
- Bi-weekly office hours with Tom.
- Writing Groups
- Discounts, and so much more!
$597
Then $200 every 3 months thereafter, with no price increase as long as your membership remains continuous. Unsubscribe any time.
Enroll in the Story and Plot Bundle
You get:
- Mastering Structure ($197)
- Idea To Outline ($297)
- Concept is King ($67)
- Perfecting The Logline ($67)
That's $187 savings over buying the courses separately.
Enroll in the best screenwriting courses out there. Taught by a working professional of 29 years who has been teaching the subject for almost as long.
$441
The Story and Plot Bundle + The Pro Community
You get:
- Mastering Structure ($197)
- Idea To Outline ($297)
- Concept is King ($67)
- Perfecting The Logline ($67)
- 3 Months of Story and Plot Pro ($200)
That's $231 in savings compared to buying the courses and joining Pro separately.
With Story and Plot Pro you get:
- Access to the community of other Story and Plot screenwriters.
- Notion story and structure digital template ($199 Value)
- Guest Speakers/Webinars.
- Bi-weekly office hours with Tom.
- Writing Groups
- Discounts, and so much more!
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$597
Then $200 every 3 months thereafter, with no price increase as long as your membership remains continuous. Unsubscribe any time.
Tom's knowledge and experience are so beneficial. There's no one out there doing it better. From class to online coaching, to writing stretches, and the community, the value of Story and Plot Pro is a real bargain.
I'm a significantly stronger writer thanks to Tom's coaching. He's so supportive, but that doesn't stop him from pushing us to make stronger choices and to simplify our process. He knows the business. He knows writing. He knows how things work. And everything is geared toward our success.
If you want to become a stronger screenwriter in all facets, you'd be a fool to pass up this opportunity.
-- Mark Hamptom
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