Aristotle's Poetics for Screenwriters: Storytelling Secrets From the Greatest Mind in Western Civilization9 reviews Michael Tierno Hyperion, 2002 A great way to introduce Aristotle's Poetics. + Tragedy Teaches Us Something About Life + A solid work + Aristotle Lite + Concise dramatic instruction             How To Write High Structure, High Concept Movies3 reviews Rob Tobin Xlibris Corporation, 2000 High Structure, High Concept, High Quality book + Structure for Movies Made Simple + Great Screenwriting Book! When my agent said "You should turn your novel into a screenplay", I foolishly said "Sure!" You could see the dollar signs in my eyes, just like in the cartoons. But it was easier recommended than done. After spending hundreds of dollars on screenplay writing books (which are themselves a cottage ...             The Writers Journey: Mythic Structure for Writers, 2nd Edition183 reviews Christopher Vogler Michael Wiese Productions, 1998 A via negativa? + Writing as a journey As a teacher my interest in the book was not so much in the hopes I would learn how to write a smashing new hit for Hollywood as how I could better see the patterns in narrative and relate them to my students. Certainly Campbell will remain a first choice in that regard but this suggests some ...             Creating Characters: Let Them Whisper Their Secrets16 reviews Marisa D'vari Michael Wiese Productions, 2005 A new approach to character work for a writer + Use it in the earliest stages. Of all the types of writing books to read, my favorites are those that deal with characters. Marisa D'Vari does not disappoint the reader/writer with Creating Characters: Let Them Whisper Their Secrets. The first chapter provides a quick, but thorough, examination of Personality Types ...             Lew Hunter's Screenwriting 434: The Industry's Premier Teacher Reveals the Secrets of the Successful ...24 reviews Lew Hunter Perigee Trade, 2004 One of the best books for writers, screenwriters and filmmakers alike + Skip class, just read this book + helpful, practical and inspiring + Lew takes you to the next level.             Screenwriting Tricks of the Trade8 reviews William Froug Silman-James Press, 1992 Straight Talk - Pragmatic Advice + Bill Froug -- the real article + The Vice President Of How To Screenwritng Books! + A necessary addition to your screenwriting resources             Writing Screenplays That Sell: The Complete, Step-By-Step Guide for Writing and Selling to26 reviews Michael Hauge Collins, 1991 Still Unbeatable + Great advice for a beginner + I am an indie moviemaker and this book changed my life. + I love this book + AWESOME Book for anyone who wants to learn or improve your Screen writing             Save The Cat! The Last Book on Screenwriting You'll Ever Need205 reviews Blake Snyder Michael Wiese Productions, 2005 All Aspiring Screenwriters should read STC. Period. + You do have to... + Great way of looking at movies + Keeps the Litter Box Fresh + Blake Snyder's Save The Cat! is brilliant, illuminating, AND FUNNY!             Story: Substance, Structure, Style and The Principles of Screenwriting175 reviews Robert McKee HarperEntertainment, 1997 Essential reading for any writer + I think it is great + story + Invaluable Resource             How to Write a Movie in 21 Days50 reviews Viki King Collins, 1993 Practical and motivating + Follow this book, don't just read it. + You CAN write a movie in 21 days! + So far it's a wonderful book! + Best Resource I've ever used for scripts and even short stories. Ever!!             Inner Drives: How to Write and Create Characters Using the Eight Classic Centers of Motivation13 reviews Pamela Jaye Smith Michael Wiese Productions, 2005 A Real Writers Journey + Inner Drives: How to Write and Create Characters Using the Eight Classic Centers of Motivation + Inner Drives will change your life + Every Actor Needs This Book             Creating Unforgettable Characters16 reviews Linda Seger Holt Paperbacks, 1990 Finally, Good Characters + CREATING MEMORABLE CHARACTERS + Good deal Before I read this book, I have to admit - my characters were all pretty lame. Then, hey, I read this book, and boom! Ok, so they still need work, but this book made me understand how to keep characters exotic, good, and believable. The first part of this book didn't interest me as much, because ...             The Art Of Dramatic Writing: Its Basis in the Creative Interpretation of Human Motives38 reviews Lajos Egri Touchstone, 1972 An early yet superlative example of a 'How To...' book... + A must have classic for writers + Not a how to, but a what to... + The best writing book + Received             Script Magic : Subconscious Techniques to Conquer Writer's Block9 reviews Marisa DVari Michael Wiese Productions, 2000 It rocks! + Great for all types of writing + Great Lessons and Realistic Examples + Fresh and Fun             Screenplay: The Foundations of Screenwriting88 reviews Syd Field Delta, 2005 Essential Reading for Screenwriters + Speedy Delivery + A complete guide... + I'm Ready for Hollywood             The Secrets Of Action Screenwriting10 reviews William C. Martell First Strike Productions, 2000 Great advice for outlining your next story + Better Than Film School + Don't let the cover fool you! + Get Out Your Highlighter and Index Cards, Baby! + Good, sound advice             The Screenwriter's Bible: A Complete Guide to Writing, Formatting, and Selling Your Script107 reviews David Trottier Silman-James Press, 2005 Could be better than film schools. + The foundation of good screenwriting + One of the Best Books I've Ever Read (on any subject) + Supplemental Text for a Scriptwriting Class + Well Worth The Money..and More             Making a Good Script Great63 reviews Linda Seger Samuel French, 1994 Polish Your Hollywood Star + A must read for all screenwriters. + Do you really want to write screenplays? + Helpful             Alternative Scriptwriting: Successfully Breaking the Rules, Third Edition12 reviews Ken Dancyger, Jeff Rush Focal Press, 2001 Thorough and Insightful + Extremely helpful + Good Stuff As a screenwriting instructor who's been looking a long time for a good book on the craft, I can heartily recommend this book for an in-depth discussion of advanced screenwriting principles. The academic perspective provides concrete methods for successful deviation from conventional form, and ...             Screenwriting: The Art, Craft, and Business of Film and Television Writing (Plume)8 reviews Richard Walter Plume, 1988 Good Resource + Very Informative but long winded + Great help with screenwriting + Direct Advice