Writing for Soaps (Writing Handbooks)

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Paperback
2002
$22.93

This updated edition looks at all the latest markets for comedy writers, with new material on writing 'The Office' style docu-comedies, writing for children's TV, and even how to try out your own jokes in stand-up comedy routines. Comedy has blossomed into one of the most high profile and glamorous areas of the entertainment industry but it is often perceived as one of the hardest writing jobs. In the third edition of this highly regarded handbook, John Byrne breaks down the basics of writing comedy into simple steps and shows how to make the most of your writing talent and your ability to market that talent.

Synopsis

This updated edition looks at all the latest markets for comedy writers, with new material on writing 'The Office' style docu-comedies, writing for children's TV, and even how to try out your own jokes in stand-up comedy routines. Comedy has blossomed into one of the most high profile and glamorous areas of the entertainment industry but it is often perceived as one of the hardest writing jobs. In the third edition of this highly regarded handbook, John Byrne breaks down the basics of writing comedy into simple steps and shows how to make the most of your writing talent and your ability to market that talent.

$22.93

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 176
Edition: First Edition
Publisher: Bloomsbury 3PL
Published: 30 Apr 2002
ISBN 10: 0713661216
ISBN 13: 9780713661217
Book Overview: New edition of a successful Writing Handbook. Author is an established comedy writer. Discusses selling all types of writing from jokes to full-length scripts. Growing interest in this field - new TV and radio stations offering new markets and opportunities for beginners.

Author Bio

John Byrne is an author, cartoonist and stand- up comedian with wide-ranging experience in both performance and teaching of creative skills.