This site is one of the coolest sites I have seen in a while.
The concept:
Want to write a professionally formated script or screenplay by yourself but don’t want to download the software or buy it? No problem. Just go to Zhura.com and register. It’s free and it’s easy. You get access to online software (I think it’s flash or javascript) that formats your script. It even backs up your files for you. So, if your computer crashes, you are covered.
Want to write with a group?
Still, not a problem. Zhura can let you write in a group, online. You can communicate throgh chat or messages. The feature that I find to be the most interesting is… The abliity to track what parts of the script was written by who. So if you are writing a script with two other people (Like I am) and Bob changes some part to your scene, the software will show you who changed it and when.
Write a script that is open to the public!
I don’t know who could stand this feature, but it might be fun. Maybe ForgeWriteAhead can start a project that all it’s loyal readers can participate in. It could be a real fun way to stay conected and create something at the same time.
Zhura lets you choose the privacy controls on your script so you can have any old person walk in and add to the script. I have not tried this part out yet, but i’ll let you know when I do.
Summary:
Whether you are writing solo or in a group, Zhura has the features you need. You can track contributions to your script and back up your files. Message group member and chat. All you need to do is register. Remember, it is free, easy and fun.
Go snoop around the site.
Happy Writing.
7 Comments
April 16, 2008 at 9:58 pm
Thanks for the mention — glad to hear you like what you see so far!
-Eric MacDonald
President, CEO
Zhura Corporation
April 17, 2008 at 1:21 am
I’m going to have to check this out.
April 17, 2008 at 9:11 am
Not a problem.
Your site is great and the product is better. I can’t wait to dive in deeper.
Thank you for pushing script writing forward.
Nick
April 17, 2008 at 9:02 pm
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March 2, 2009 at 7:47 am
Thanx a million for creating ZHURA and promoting creative writing.It was my wish writing a play for which i didn’t want to shell out money buying a playwriting software.With this play writing has become much more easier.Keep it up.
April 23, 2009 at 11:36 pm
FiveSprockets (http://www.fivesprockets.com) is very similar, but came about a couple months after this was posted. I’ve been using their screenwriting software for several months now and love it. Features allowing professional collaboration, support for a wide range of script types, project showcasing, and educational resources have all been invaluable to me. They have how-to videos, discussion forums, and blogs written by professionals in the industry. If you haven’t already, you should definitely check it out.
May 9, 2009 at 12:38 am
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