Writing for Television: A Complete Writer’s Guide to Scriptwriting for Television (A Creative Essentials Guide)

Writing for Television by Yvonne Grace is 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. Written in an engaging, anecdotal tone, Writing for Television provides advice on: Getting an agent; The type of writer television's looking for; The tool kit a television writer needs; The screenwriter/script editor relationship; How to structure a storyline; How to write good treatments and outlines. Packed full of useful insights, links and information, the book includes interviews with successful television writers working today, pointers on how to work collaboratively in the industry and how to make good contacts with the people who can help you get a job.