Writing for Television by Gerald Kelsey

Writing for Television by Gerald Kelsey

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.

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ISBN 13	9780713640328
ISBN 10	0713640324
Title	Writing for Television
Author	Gerald Kelsey
Series	Books For Writers
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Year published	1995-03-31
Number of pages	224
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.