Overview
The Screenwriter's Bible is six books in one.Book 1 -- A screenwriting primer that provides a concise presentation of screenwriting basics.
Book 2 -- A workbook that walks the writer through the writing process, from nascent ideas through revisions.
Book 3 -- A formatting guide that presents correct formats for both screenplays and TV scripts.
Book 4 -- A spec writing guide that demonstrates today's spec style through sample scenes and analysis.
Book 5 -- A sales and marketing guide that presents proven strategies to help you create a laser-sharp marketing plan.
Book 6 -- A resource guide that provides addresses and contacts for industry organizations, schools, publications, support groups, services, contests, etc. Among its wealth of practical information are sample query letters, useful worksheets and checklists, hundreds of examples, sample scenes, and straightforward explanations of screenwriting fundamentals. The "Bible" was a featured selection of The Writer's Digest Book Club.
Synopsis
Trottier, a script consultant, writer, producer and instructor, describes this resource as six self-contained books in one. They cover screenwriting essentials, an overview of the writing process, formatting standards, speculative scripts, marketing, and a compilation of resources. The resources include addresses and contacts for industry organizations, guilds, schools, publications, support groups and contests. This fourth edition has been updated and expanded by 70 pages. Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
New York Screenwriter
For the writer searching for the one book that has it all, The Screenwriter's Bible is an essential reference. [New York Screenwriter]