Dwight V. Swain
Dwight Vreeland Swain was a prolific writer and educator who significantly impacted the field of commercial fiction and film writing.
Beginning his career in pulp magazines, he later joined the University of Oklahoma's Professional Writing Program.
Swain revolutionized documentary scripting by incorporating dramatic techniques.
He authored several non-fiction books on writing, including the highly regarded "Techniques of the Selling Writer." His expertise in screenwriting led him to script the motion picture "Stark Fear." Swain's influence extended beyond academia, as he became a sought-after speaker at writers' conferences throughout the United States and Mexico, sharing his knowledge and experience with aspiring writers.
