Writing for Television (Writing Handbooks)

by Gerald Kelsey (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1999

  $3.25

  This revised edition includes extracts from recent television scripts and relevant information on the latest advances in television production techniques. It covers plot, story construction, characterisation, dialogue and comedy. There is also information on how to market new material, writers' fees and a do's and don'ts' section, aimed at beginners to help them avoid the pitfalls that can lead to rejection.

• Used

  Paperback
  1995

  $3.25

  Writing for Television is a popular and exciting genre and one which demands specific skills. This successful book, now in its second edition, demonstrates particular methods of script writing and includes many examples from well-known programmes. This authoritative guide covers plot, story construction, characterisation, dialogue and comedy. A section explains the specific requirements for marketing television scripts and covers the latest changes in the world of television. There is a useful 'do's and don'ts' section aimed at beginners which will help them avoid the pitfalls that can lead to rejection. Key Selling Points: provides for a very popular writing genre; new edition of a fast selling title; the most up-to-date, comprehensive guide for all aspects of TV script-writing; invaluable for professionals and amateurs; very experienced author. Gerald Kelsey is currently Chairman of the Writers' Guild of Great Britain. He has contributed over 400 scripts of top BBC and ITV drama series and children's programmes. He won an American award 'In Recognition of Excellence in Television Movie Production'. He has also written film scripts, stage and radio plays.