Scriptnotes (Hardcover)

Hardcover. NATIONAL BESTSELLER The ultimate guide to writing a great screenplay and building a screenwriting career, from the creators of the hit podcast Scriptnotesfeaturing contributions from film and TV legends Christopher Nolan, Greta Gerwig, Michael Schur, Rian Johnson, Aline Brosh McKenna, Ashley Nicole Black, Seth Rogen, and many more.With decades of Hollywood experience, John August and Craig Mazin know what it takes to write a successful script for the screen. And over the past twelve years, theyve analyzed generation-defining movies and shared their wisdom on their popular podcast Scriptnotes, inviting experts in the craft to discuss everything that makes a script shine.Now, in their first book, August and Mazin draw on more than a thousand hours of Scriptnotes conversations, as well as their own storied careers, to help readers begin, refine, and sell their own scripts. Part writing class, part informational interview with the best creators in the business, this essential book shares tips on: The Basicsincluding the rules of screenwriting and when to break them The Craftincluding how to create a compelling story with captivating protagonists, worthy antagonists, and a sound structure The Businessincluding how to pitch a script and the dos (and donts) of working collaboratively on a projectPerfect for screenwriters, film buffs, and anyone who enjoys analysis of iconic movies like Die Hard, this one-of-a-kind resource provides exclusive access to the screenwriting processand will inspire anyone ready to pen their own successful screenplay. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…