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The TV Writer's Workbook: A Creative Approach To Television Scripts
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Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-07-25 Summary: Amazing book ... I was very fortunate to be able to take a class that Ellen taught on story structure and she used all of the elements in her book. It was an amazing class and I learned something very important and that was to write for at least 2 minutes every day! If you love her book, try to sign up for one of her classes. She is a human dynamo! ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2010-01-14 Summary: Buy it. ... I have purchased quite a few books on writing for screen, large and small. This is the one that finally got me writing. Get this book and you'll see too. Thank you Ellen for your ideas, examples and for restoring my motivation! ...more
[3] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-03-10 Summary: Wonderful book by an amazing writer! ... I can highly recommend Ellen Sandler's book. It is so good you wish you could keep it to yourself while absorbing all the clever and inspiring tips Ellen provides. A must if you want to learn anything at all about writing for television! ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Why is TV writing different from any other kind of writing? How will writing a spec script open doors? What do I have to do to get a job writing for TV? Writing for television is a business. And, like any business, there are proven strategies for success. In this unique hands-on guide, television writer and producer Ellen Sandler shares the trade secrets she learned while writing for hit shows like Everybody Loves Raymond and Coach . She offers concrete advice on everything from finding...more
Producing for TV and New Media, Second Edition: A Real-World Approach for Producers
Feature: ... ISBN13: 9780240810874; Condition: NEW; Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark. ...more
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-05-28 Summary: Worth reading ... This book is designed like a summary of college classes in film production and television uniquely from the point of view of the Producer's responsibilities. The book also has a website for more content and resources which adds to its value like a handbook reference. I'm not going to sell this one. It's likely to stay with me to loan out and sit on the shelf in my office. ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-10-01 Summary: Producing for TV and New Media ... This is an excellent and well written comprehensive look at producing contemporary fare for today's "new" media and "old" media as well. I would highly recommend this book for anyone entering into the field of media producing in today's fast paced media world. ISBN:978-0-240-81087-4 ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Producing for TV and New Media provides a comprehensive look at the role of the "Producer" in television and new media. At the core of every media project there is a Producer who provides a wide array of creative, technical, financial, and interpersonal skills. Written especially for new and aspiring producers, this book looks at both the Big Picture and the essential details of this demanding and exhilarating profession. A series of interviews with seasoned TV producers who share their...more
Obsessed with TV
Customer Reviews — [1] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-05-21 Summary: Great Trivia for those who are really Obsessed with TV! ... I actually bought this book at Barnes and Nobles..... I really enjoyed this book! This book is definitely for those who are truly obsessed with TV! I thought that I was really good at trivia, but when I tried the questions in this book, I was not as "TV obsessed" as I thought! The book covers a wide range of "channels" or topics from the heyday of TV, comedy, drama, talk shows and even reality shows. There are 2,500 multiple-choice questions in all and has an electronic computer that can generate random questions or ...more
[2] Rating: 5 Date: 2009-05-20 Summary: Best TV Trivia Book ... How many TV trivia books have this many questions, a nice design, and even a way to keep track of what you get right or wrong? I really enjoyed this book. ...more
[3] Rating: 5 Date: 2010-01-30 Summary: Love this book!!! ... I saw the book at my sisters how tried it out and LOVED it!!! I like to think I know a lot about TV but this book is proving how much I don't know about TV shows. If you love TV shows this is the book for you. ...more
Editorial Reviews — ... Product Description | Tune in for more Obsessed with fun! This fifth volume in the ever-popular series presents factoids and puzzlers on everyone's favorite programs. More than just a trivia book, this is also a challenging interactive game. The unique design includes an electronic module built right into the book that allows readers to track their scores when playing alone or against a friend. Couch potatoes and channel surfers will be challenged and delighted by this addictive book....more