The Dramatists Guild Resource Directory


Book Description

The 2008 Dramatists Guild Resource Directory???????????????????????? is the official annual reference for playwrights put out by the Dramatists Guild. This up-to-date directory is the authoritative reference for any serious or casual playwright. It contains a number of useful resources for playwrights, all in one place. This invaluable resource is sure to assist the playwright in many facets, freeing up more time for writing.







The Dramatists Guild Resource Directory 2014


Book Description

"The Dramatists Guild Resource Manual" is the only annual publication that contains current resources, listings, theaters, and opportunities for playwrights in America. It is the official publication of the Dramatists Guild of America and is given annually to all members of the guild, but it is also available for sale through Focus.




Directory of Publishing 2014


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Now in its 37th edition, and compiled in association with the Publishers Association, this is the most authoritative, detailed trade directory available for the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, listing over 900 book publishers. Comprehensive entries include, where available: - full contact details including addresses and websites - details of distribution and sales and marketing agents - key personnel - listing of main fields of activity - information on annual turnover, numbers of new titles and numbers of employees - ISBN prefixes including those for imprints and series - details of trade association membership - information on overseas representation - details of associated and parent companies. In addition to the detailed entries on publishers, the Directory offers in-depth coverage of the wider UK book trade and lists organizations associated with the book trade: packagers, authors' agents, trade and allied associations and services. The directory is also available to purchase as an online resource, for more information and a free preview please visit www.continuumbooks.com/directoryofpublishing







2014 Songwriter's Market


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2014 Songwriter's Market is packed with information about the inside workings of the music industry that can spell the difference between success and failure. You will find support and encouragement through a whole world of support organizations, online resources, and songwriting-related books and magazines.




The Dramatists Guild Resource Directory, 2012


Book Description

This is the only annual professional reference guide for working playwrights, composers, lyricists and librettists. It is the official reference for the Dramatists Guild and is now available through Focus Publishing to the general playwriting public. It contains listings of programs in playwriting, playwriting opportunities (with dates and addresses) for the calendar year 2012, theaters, and more. New or updated in the 2012 edition: Philanthropic Theatre Opportunities: Giving Back Updated Books on Writing for the Stage: Art, Craft, Theory and Business Independent Bookstores Theatre for Young Audiences Updated Educational Opportunities and MFA programs Special Interest Opportunities: Women Dramatist Also Included: Suggested Formats for Plays and Musicals Career Development Professionals: Accountants, Agents and Attorneys, Commercial Producers, Publishers Career Development Opportunities: Colonies & Residencies, Conferences & Festivals, Contests, Grants & Fellowships, Theaters Educational Opportunities: Colleges and Universities, Workshops Writer Resources: Emergency Funds, Membership & Service Organizations Special Interests: Independent Bookstores, Books on Writing for the Stage Submission Calendar




Developing Story Ideas


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The vast majority of screenplay and writing books that focus on story development have little to say about the initial concept that inspired the piece. Developing Story Ideas: The Power and Purpose of Storytelling, Third Edition provides writers with ideational tools and resources to generate a wide variety of stories in a broad range of forms. Celebrated filmmaker and author Michael Rabiger demonstrates how to observe situations and themes in the writer’s own life experience, and use these as the basis for original storytelling. This new edition has been updated with chapters on adaptation, improvisation, and cast collaboration’s roles in story construction, as well as a companion website featuring further projects, class assignments, instructor resources, and more. Gain the practical tools and resources you need to spark your creativity and generate a wide variety of stories in a broad range of forms, including screenplays, documentaries, novels, short stories, and plays Through hands-on, step-by-step exercises and group and individual assignments, learn to use situations and themes from your own life experience, dreams, myth, and the news as the basis for character-driven storytelling; harness methods of screenplay format, dialogue, plot structure, and character development that will allow your stories to reach their fullest potential




The Dramatists Guild Resource Directory 2013


Book Description

The Dramatists Guild Resource Manual is the only annual publication that contains current resources, listings, theaters, and opportunities for playwrights in America. It is the official publication of the Dramatists Guild of America and is given annually to all members of the guild, but it is also available for sale through Focus.




The Christian Writer's Market Guide 2014


Book Description

For more than 25 years, The Christian Writer’s Market Guide has been the most comprehensive and highly recommended resource available for Christian writers, agents, editors, publishers, publicists, and writing teachers. In addition to providing a wealth of tips and ideas for publishing in the Christian industry, The Christian Writer’s Market Guide also includes up-to-date information on hundreds of book publishers, periodicals, agents, conferences, contests, editorial services niche markets, self-publishing services, and more. This is the ultimate reference tool for the aspiring Christian writer.