The Bookstore

(excuse the mess -- my bookstore was lost and I'm in the process of rebuilding)

Three essential books EVERY screenwriter should have...  

Story: Substance, Structure, Style and The Principles of Screenwriting

 

By Robert Mckee

I recommend this book to every writer. McKee teaches the principles of story dynamics better than anyone I know.  You'll learn how to create dimension in your characters, think in terms of sequences, and apply story  principles that work.

If you're looking for a formatting book... this is NOT the one you want.  Every screenwriter should keep McKee book close at hand.

Trottier's Screenwriter's Bible is the definitive source for screenplay formatting and writing techniques and cheats.  It will help keep your script in proper industry format and demonstrates different ways to apply screenwriting styles that best suits your story.  This is a must have reference book.   The Screenwriter's Bible: A Complete Guide to Writing, Formatting, and Selling Your Script

 

By David Trottier

The Writer Got Screwed (but didn't have to) : Guide to the Legal and Business Practices of Writing for the Entertainment Industry

By Brooke A. Wharton

Need I say more?  Every screenwriter should have this book.  It includes sample contracts and loads of information about how NOT to get screwed.  Great book!

 

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