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Write to TV: Out of Your Head and onto the Screen
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- ISBN
- 0367338130
- ISBN10
- 0367338130
- ISBN13
- 9780367338138
- EAN
- 9780367338138
- MPN
- does not apply
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- Routledge
- GTIN
- 09780367338138
- Publication Year
- 2020
- Type
- Textbook
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- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Publication Name
- Write to TV : Out of Your Head and onto the Screen
- Item Length
- 9.2in
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Group
- Item Width
- 6.2in
- Number of Pages
- 368 Pages
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In Write to TV 3rdedition industry veteran Martie Cook offers practical advice on writing innovative television scripts that will allow you to finally get that big idea out of your head and onto the screen. With this book, you'll learn to craft smart, original stories and scripts for a variety of television formats and genres, including comedy, drama, pilots, web series, and subscription video on demand. This new edition has been updated with expanded coverage on writing for global audiences, content creation for streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon and Hulu, as well as writing the web series, podcasts and utilizing free platforms such as YouTube. It also features new chapters on writing for niche markets; breaking into the writers' room; creating binge-worthy series and how to accompany pilot scripts with a series pitch document. Plus, expanded information on creating complex and compelling characters including writing anti-heroes and strong female protagonists and much, much more. Including information directly from studio and network executives, agents, and managers on what they're looking for in new writers and how to avoid common pitfalls, advice from successful creators and showrunners on creating original content that sells, and tips from new writers on how to get into a writers' room and stay there. This book contains information from over 20 new interviews, access to sample outlines, script pages, checklists, and countless other invaluable resources, and is the ideal book for anyone who wants to break into the TV writing industry.
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Publisher
Taylor & Francis Group
ISBN-10
0367338130
ISBN-13
9780367338138
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19038305838
Product Key Features
Publication Name
Write to TV : Out of Your Head and onto the Screen
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Publication Year
2020
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
368 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
9.2in
Item Width
6.2in
Additional Product Features
Lc Classification Number
Pn1992.7.C585 2020
Edition Number
3
Reviews
"Martie Cook's Write to TV is an essential tool and resource in the screenwriting classroom. Students learn from excellent examples and a diverse array of writing topics that equip future writers into the dynamic and ever expanding world of writing for television and streaming media. Terrific book, my students love it!" Eric Swelstad,Professor/Chair, Media Arts Los Angeles Valley College Praise for the Previous Edition: "Martie Cook has one of the best minds out there when it comes to writing for television. Her experience and insight played a crucial role in shaping my writing career, and I'm thrilled for the aspiring writers who will surely benefit from the wisdom in these pages!" Jon Rineman, Writer, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon "Martie Cook's Write to TV is required reading for anyone considering a career in TV writing. More than any other single thing, I owe my success to following her teachings." Matt Fusfeld, Writer/Producer New Girl; Community; American Dad "I think this is about the best book on writing for television out there. I hope it sells like crazy because television will be better for it." Peter Dunne, Emmy and Peabody Award-Winning Writer/Producer, CSI; Melrose Place; Dallas; Knots Landing; Author, Emotional Structure " Write to TV takes you inside the minds of writers, producers, and network suits in this brutally honest book. A 'must read' for anyone who has the dream of making it in Hollywood. I wish I had read this book 20 years ago!" Glenn Meehan, Producer, The Talk ; Little People , Big World ; Entertainment Tonight "Martie Cook's Write to TV is the best book I've found on the subject in 20 years as a prime time writer/producer and 15 years as a college professor teaching the subject. I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to learn the ins and outs of writing TV comedy and drama." Ross Brown,Associate Professor of Film and Media Arts, Dodge College at Chapman University; Writer, The Cosby Show ; Who's the Boss ?; Step By Step ; Author, Create Your Own TV Series for the Internet " Write to TV is an invaluable resource not just for writers but for anyone interested in getting the inside scoop about the way the industry works and how to break in. It gives an extensive overview of the current world of TV and a step-by-step guide for the new writer in town. It's anecdotal yet informational, entertaining yet insightful.Because the author has lived this experience, she can give a first hand step-by-step account of how you get from that first pitch to theon-screen credit." Libby Beers, Executive Producer, The Christmas Ornament; Bringing Ashley Home "Martie Cook imparts a tremendous amount of knowledge in a way that is both easy to understand and entertaining. It is like having a mentor in book form." Christopher Crowe, Writer, The Last of the Mohicans; Fear "Martie Cook's Write To TV is a smart'How It Is'book. It's an inspiring and edifying insider's first-hand experience and knowledge imparted lovingly and entertainingly. It's a book you can't set down once you begin and when you're done you'll know what it takes to be successful in breaking into the business--the rest is up to you." Hassan Ildari, Writer/Director, Face of the Enemy ; Assistant Professor, Emerson College, Praise for the Previous Edition: "Martie Cook has one of the best minds out there when it comes to writing for television. Her experience and insight played a crucial role in shaping my writing career, and I'm thrilled for the aspiring writers who will surely benefit from the wisdom in these pages!" Jon Rineman, Writer, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon "Martie Cook's Write to TV is required reading for anyone considering a career in TV writing. More than any other single thing, I owe my success to following her teachings." Matt Fusfeld, Writer/Producer New Girl; Community; American Dad "I think this is about the best book on writing for television out there. I hope it sells like crazy because television will be better for it." Peter Dunne, Emmy and Peabody Award-Winning Writer/Producer, CSI; Melrose Place; Dallas; Knots Landing; Author, Emotional Structure " Write to TV takes you inside the minds of writers, producers, and network suits in this brutally honest book. A 'must read' for anyone who has the dream of making it in Hollywood. I wish I had read this book 20 years ago!" Glenn Meehan, Producer, The Talk ; Little People , Big World ; Entertainment Tonight "Martie Cook's Write to TV is the best book I've found on the subject in 20 years as a prime time writer/producer and 15 years as a college professor teaching the subject. I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to learn the ins and outs of writing TV comedy and drama." Ross Brown,Associate Professor of Film and Media Arts, Dodge College at Chapman University; Writer, The Cosby Show ; Who's the Boss ?; Step By Step ; Author, Create Your Own TV Series for the Internet " Write to TV is an invaluable resource not just for writers but for anyone interested in getting the inside scoop about the way the industry works and how to break in. It gives an extensive overview of the current world of TV and a step-by-step guide for the new writer in town. It's anecdotal yet informational, entertaining yet insightful.Because the author has lived this experience, she can give a first hand step-by-step account of how you get from that first pitch to theon-screen credit." Libby Beers, Executive Producer, The Christmas Ornament; Bringing Ashley Home "Martie Cook imparts a tremendous amount of knowledge in a way that is both easy to understand and entertaining. It is like having a mentor in book form." Christopher Crowe, Writer, The Last of the Mohicans; Fear "Martie Cook's Write To TV is a smart'How It Is'book. It's an inspiring and edifying insider's first-hand experience and knowledge imparted lovingly and entertainingly. It's a book you can't set down once you begin and when you're done you'll know what it takes to be successful in breaking into the business--the rest is up to you." Hassan Ildari, Writer/Director, Face of the Enemy ; Assistant Professor, Emerson College, "Martie Cook's Write to TV is an essential tool and resource in the screenwriting classroom. Students learn from excellent examples and a diverse array of writing topics that equip future writers into the dynamic and ever expanding world of writing for television and streaming media. Terrific book, my students love it!" Eric Swelstad, Professor/Chair, Media Arts Los Angeles Valley College Praise for the Previous Edition: "Martie Cook has one of the best minds out there when it comes to writing for television. Her experience and insight played a crucial role in shaping my writing career, and I'm thrilled for the aspiring writers who will surely benefit from the wisdom in these pages!" Jon Rineman, Writer, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon "Martie Cook's Write to TV is required reading for anyone considering a career in TV writing. More than any other single thing, I owe my success to following her teachings." Matt Fusfeld, Writer/Producer New Girl; Community; American Dad "I think this is about the best book on writing for television out there. I hope it sells like crazy because television will be better for it." Peter Dunne, Emmy and Peabody Award-Winning Writer/Producer, CSI; Melrose Place; Dallas; Knots Landing; Author, Emotional Structure " Write to TV takes you inside the minds of writers, producers, and network suits in this brutally honest book. A 'must read' for anyone who has the dream of making it in Hollywood. I wish I had read this book 20 years ago!" Glenn Meehan, Producer, The Talk ; Little People , Big World ; Entertainment Tonight "Martie Cook's Write to TV is the best book I've found on the subject in 20 years as a prime time writer/producer and 15 years as a college professor teaching the subject. I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to learn the ins and outs of writing TV comedy and drama." Ross Brown, Associate Professor of Film and Media Arts, Dodge College at Chapman University; Writer, The Cosby Show ; Who's the Boss ?; Step By Step ; Author, Create Your Own TV Series for the Internet " Write to TV is an invaluable resource not just for writers but for anyone interested in getting the inside scoop about the way the industry works and how to break in. It gives an extensive overview of the current world of TV and a step-by-step guide for the new writer in town. It's anecdotal yet informational, entertaining yet insightful.Because the author has lived this experience, she can give a first hand step-by-step account of how you get from that first pitch to theon-screen credit." Libby Beers, Executive Producer, The Christmas Ornament; Bringing Ashley Home "Martie Cook imparts a tremendous amount of knowledge in a way that is both easy to understand and entertaining. It is like having a mentor in book form." Christopher Crowe, Writer, The Last of the Mohicans; Fear "Martie Cook's Write To TV is a smart'How It Is'book. It's an inspiring and edifying insider's first-hand experience and knowledge imparted lovingly and entertainingly. It's a book you can't set down once you begin and when you're done you'll know what it takes to be successful in breaking into the business--the rest is up to you." Hassan Ildari, Writer/Director, Face of the Enemy ; Assistant Professor, Emerson College
Table of Content
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS PREFACE INTRODUCTION PART I How Hollywood Works Chapter 1 FROM DINOSUAR TO DIGITAL: AN OVERVIEW OF THE TV INDUSTRY Chapter 2 THE LAY OF THE LAND Chapter 3 THE SPECTACULAR SPEC Chapter 4 GETTING YOUR SCRIPTS READ PART II Comedy Chapter 5 WRITING FOR LAUGHS Chapter 6 DEVELOPING YOUR COMEDIC STORY Chapter 7 COMEDIC STRUCTURE Chapter 8 OUTLINING YOUR COMEDIC STORY Chapter 9 SCRIPTING YOUR COMEDY Chapter 10 OTHER KINDS OF TV COMEDY PART III Drama Chapter 11 PLOT-DRIVEN DRAMAS Chapter 12 CHARACTER-DRIVEN DRAMA Chapter 13 FORMATTING FOR DRAMA Chapter 14 DRAMADIES PART IV Creating Original Series Chapter 15 THE MECHANICS OF a TELEVISION PILOT Chapter 16 BUILDING YOUR SERIES FROM THE GROUND UP Chapter 17 SELLING AN ORIGINAL IDEA PART V Characters Chapter 18 CREATING COMPLEX AND COMPELLING CHARACTERS PART VI Dialogue Chapter 19 WRITING DIALOGUE THAT DANCES ON THE PAGE PART VII Rewriting, a Necessary Evil Chapter 20 REWRITE THE HECK OUT OF IT PART VIII Pitch Perfect: How to Pitch Stories and Series Chapter 21 ESSENSIALS OF A PROFESSIONAL PITCH Chapter 22 PITCHING IDEAS FOR EXISITING SERIES Chapter 23 PITCHING PILOTS PART IX Niche Can Be Nice Chapter 24 WRITING FOR FRAGMENTED AUDIENCES PART X Thinking Out of the Box Chapter 25 WEB SERIES AND PODCASTS PART XI The Business Side of Television Chapter 26 THE WRITERS GUILD OF AMERICA Chapter 27 AGENTS, MANAGERS, AND ENTERTAINMENT ATTORNEYS Chapter 28 WRITING TEAMS PART XII How to Get Your Foot in the Door Chapter 29 HOW TO GET WORK AS A TELEVISION WRITER Chapter 30 GETTING THE INTERVIEW Chapter 31 CONGRATULATIONS, YOU'VE GOT THE JOB ... NOW WHAT? Chapter 32 THE POWER OF NETWORKING Should You Bring Your Spec Scripts? Chapter 33 OTHER THINGS THAT CAN HELP YOU SUCCEED Chapter 34 Welcome to the Room! Chapter 35 Some Final Thoughts SOME LEFTOVER PEARLS INDEX
Copyright Date
2020
Target Audience
College Audience
Topic
Film / General, Film / Screenwriting
Lccn
2020-003551
Dewey Decimal
808.2/25
Dewey Edition
23
Illustrated
Yes
Genre
Performing Arts
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