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Writing Screenplays That Sell, New Twentieth Anniversary Edition : The Complete Guide to Turning Story Concepts into Movie and Television Deals by Michael Hauge (2011, Trade Paperback)
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Writing Screenplays That Sell, Paperback by Hauge, Michael, ISBN 0061791431, ISBN-13 9780061791437, Brand New, Free shipping in the US A new edition of a classic work, revised and updated for modern screenwriters, covers story concept, character development, theme, structure and scenes; analyzes a sample screenplay; and explains how to submit a manuscript, select an agent and market oneself. Original. 10,000 first printing.
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PublisherHarperCollins
ISBN-100061791431
ISBN-139780061791437
eBay Product ID (ePID)102853086
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Number of Pages384 Pages
Publication NameWriting Screenplays That Sell, New Twentieth Anniversary Edition : The Complete Guide to Turning Story Concepts into Movie and Television Deals
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2011
SubjectStyle Manuals, Publishing, Television / Screenwriting, Film / Screenwriting, General
TypeTextbook
AuthorMichael Hauge
Subject AreaPerforming Arts, Language Arts & Disciplines
FormatTrade Paperback
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Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight10.5 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.3 in
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Edition Number20
Intended AudienceTrade
Reviews'Michael Hauge is a story master, and this book is an absolute must have for anyone serious about telling great stories for the screen.' (DeVon Franklin, Vice-President of Production, Columbia Pictures), There are five essential books that every person who wants to write screenplays should read. One of them is Writing Screenplays That Sell, and the other four don t matter., There are five essential books that every person who wants to write screenplays should read. One of them is Writing Screenplays That Sell, and the other four don't matter., Michael Hauge is a story master, and this book is an absolute must have for anyone serious about telling great stories for the screen., '?When I pick up the phone for help, Michael Hauge is the call I make.' (Shane Black, Screenwriter: Lethal Weapon 1 & 2; The Last Boy Scout; The Long Kiss Goodnight; Writer/Director: Kiss Kiss Bang Bang), What Michael Hauge does seems quite simple but is in fact quite rare. He takes your ideas and makes them better., "No one is better than Michael Hauge at finding what is most authentic in every moment of a story." -- Will Smith (Men in Black; Ali; The Pursuit of Happyness; Hitch; I Am Legend; Hancock) "Michael Hauge is a story master, and this book is an absolute must have for anyone serious about telling great stories for the screen." -- DeVon Franklin, Vice-President of Production, Columbia Pictures "There are five essential books that every person who wants to write screenplays should read. One of them is Writing Screenplays That Sell, and the other four don't matter." -- Terry Rossio, Co-writer: Pirates of the Caribbean 1, 2, 3 & 4; Shrek; Aladdin; The Mask of Zorro; Déjà Vu "The most practical and best single book on the subject." -- Hollywood Scriptwriter "The craftsman's blueprint for anyone who is serious about writing or developing good screenplays." -- Roger Birnbaum, Chairman, Spyglass Entertainment; former President of Production, Twentieth Century Fox "If you're serious about becoming a screenwriter, start by reading this book." -- Robert Mark Kamen, screenwriter, The Karate Kid and The Power of One ""...When I pick up the phone for help, Michael Hauge is the call I make." -- Shane Black, Screenwriter: Lethal Weapon 1 & 2; The Last Boy Scout; The Long Kiss Goodnight; Writer/Director: Kiss Kiss Bang Bang "What Michael Hauge does seems quite simple but is in fact quite rare. He takes your ideas and makes them better." -- Christopher Murphey, screenwriter: The Karate Kid (2010); The Unsaid; Body of Proof
Edition DescriptionRevised edition,Anniversary
Synopsis"No one is better than Michael Hauge at finding what is most authentic in every moment of a story." --Will Smith"Michael Hauge is a story master, and this book is an absolute must have for anyone serious about telling great stories for the screen." --DeVon Franklin, Vice-President of Production, Columbia Pictures Concise, authoritative, and comprehensive, Writing Screenplays that Sell is the most complete guide available on the art, craft, and business of screenwriting for movies and television. Renowned Hollywood story consultant Michael Hauge--considered "one of the most sought after lecturers and script consultants in the U.S." by Scriptwriter magazine--covers every aspect from concept to deal: screenplay development, artistry versus commerciality, adaptations, copyright protection, living and working outside Los Angeles; finding an agent; and more. Reflecting the latest trends and scripts, Writing Screenplays that Sell includes insight and detailed information on: Finding and selecting commercial story concepts Guidelines for story structure, including: Opening scenes that immediately grab the reader- The five most common goals in Hollywood movies- Why most adaptations fail- The most effective use of flashbacks- Creating emotionally powerful endings Tips for marketing a script--script consultants, script competitions, pitch fests, virtual pitching, e-mail blasts, log-line listings, audio script readings, and Internet resources for screenwriters A complete, in depth analysis of the screenplay for Avatar , the biggest box office success of all time Whether you're an aspiring artist looking to break into the business or a seasoned pro looking for tips to boost your skills, Writing Screenplays that Sell is the one essential guide you need., "No one is better than Michael Hauge at finding what is most authentic in every moment of a story." --Will Smith "Michael Hauge is a story master, and this book is an absolute must have for anyone serious about telling great stories for the screen." --DeVon Franklin, Vice-President of Production, Columbia Pictures Concise, authoritative, and comprehensive, Writing Screenplays that Sell is the most complete guide available on the art, craft, and business of screenwriting for movies and television. Renowned Hollywood story consultant Michael Hauge--considered "one of the most sought after lecturers and script consultants in the U.S." by Scriptwriter magazine--covers every aspect from concept to deal: screenplay development, artistry versus commerciality, adaptations, copyright protection, living and working outside Los Angeles; finding an agent; and more. Reflecting the latest trends and scripts, Writing Screenplays that Sell includes insight and detailed information on: Finding and selecting commercial story concepts Guidelines for story structure, including: Opening scenes that immediately grab the reader - The five most common goals in Hollywood movies - Why most adaptations fail - The most effective use of flashbacks - Creating emotionally powerful endings Tips for marketing a script--script consultants, script competitions, pitch fests, virtual pitching, e-mail blasts, log-line listings, audio script readings, and Internet resources for screenwriters A complete, in depth analysis of the screenplay for Avatar, the biggest box office success of all time Whether you're an aspiring artist looking to break into the business or a seasoned pro looking for tips to boost your skills, Writing Screenplays that Sell is the one essential guide you need., "No one is better than Michael Hauge at finding what is most authentic in every moment of a story." -Will Smith "Michael Hauge is a story master, and this book is an absolute must have for anyone serious about telling great stories for the screen." -DeVon Franklin, Vice-President of Production, Columbia Pictures From renowned Hollywood story consultant Michael Hauge, considered "one of the most sought after lecturers and script consultants in the U.S." by Scriptwriter magazine, comes the ultimate concept-to-deal guide for writing and selling screenplays for movies and television-now fully revised and updated for the modern screenwriter in this all new 20th anniversary edition.
LC Classification NumberPN1996.H36 2011
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INSIGHTFUL AND MEANINGFUL ~ A TRULY VALUABLE GUIDE TO GOOD WRITING, WHETHER IT BE SCREENPLAYS, NOVELS OR JUST MAKING MORE INTERESTING THE YEAR END SYNOPSES FOR FAMILY & FRIENDS (NONE OF WHOM EVER ADMIT THEY COULDN'T HAVE LIVED WITHOUT IT)Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
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