(Paperback)

The Art of Script Editing provides a comprehensive overview of this vital role, examining its responsibilities and functions during all stages of the development process, both in film and television....

(Hardback)

The process of writing can be difficult, frustratingly so, when we realize that although we use words all the time, coming up with the right ones can be a daunting task. Even the most celebrated writers have reflected on this creative process. This book collects their observations and conclusions.

(Paperback)

Using Eva - the cleaning lady protagonist from her acclaimed 2003 novel "The Secret Cure" - as both catalyst and metaphor, the author explores Western science, psychology and epistemology for clues to better understanding the creative writing process.

(Hardback)

(Hardback)

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

Working from a writer's perspective, this book explores these Three Wells and helps you con-sciously draw from them to develop new scripts, or strengthen old ones. It includes 29 exercises and techniques that help you to write stories that contain fresh ideas, intriguing characters, original scenes, inventive dialogue, unique locations, and important themes.

(Paperback)

"Verge", the short fiction anthology of Monash University, was first published in 2005, creating a space for emerging writers of Monash to showcase their best creative works in both short fiction and poetry. Edited by Monash English post-graduates Rosalind McFarlane and Samantha Clifford, this edition has opened submissions up to the wider literary

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

Aimed at screenwriters, producers, development executives and educators interested in the crime genre, this book provides an invaluable basis for crafting a film story that considers both audience and market expectations without compromising originality....

(Paperback)

It may be drama features that win the most awards and kudos from critics, but in the current marketplace you're unlikely to sell a drama screenplay in the way you would a genre script....

(Hardback)

(Paperback)

A no-nonsense, direct down-the-lens look at the television industry written from the point of view of a television drama producer who's been there, done it, fought some battles and won the odd award....

(Paperback)

What's it like putting words in Buffy's mouth How do you invent your own "X-file", or a mission for the crew of the Enterprise Answers to these questions and more are provided in this collection of interviews with writers and producers of science fiction and fantasy shows.

(Paperback)

Offers readers the tools they need to crack the lucrative American romantic fiction market, as well as insight into the writer's relationship with agents, editors, and publicists. It also includes advice on novel structure, outlines, timelines, preparing presentations, historical research, and planning publicity.

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

"Writing Movies is the ultimate resource. It's like twenty of the best screenwriting books skilfully rolled into one." American Screenwriters' Association. A highly practical guide written by Gotham Writers' Workshop expert instructors, with step by step tasks and script examples.

(Paperback)

Reveals the three useful stages which make the difference in getting your idea from writing the script to being accepted for production - information you need to know before you write your script; techniques you need to learn when you're writing your script; and, how to market your script after it's written.

(Paperback)

Brooks, a top young adult literary agent, gives writers all the advice they need to tap into this incredible market.

(Hardback)

(Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)

This new, fully updated edition is the essential detective in your pocket - something to reach for when your writing needs that short, sharp shock of modern-day investigating. Written with answers to these questions in mind, this is the essential guide to police procedures and practice written specifically for writers.

(Hardback, 2nd edition)

An all-in-one craft guide and anthology of nature and environmental writing, this fully revised new edition takes a more international approach to the genre, covering fiction, non-fiction, poetry and polemical writing