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Reviews of Writing BooksThe Screenwriter's Legal Guide by Stephen F. Breimer, Esq.Allworth Press, July 1999.Trade Paperback, 299 pages. ISBN: 1581150210 Ordering information: Amazon.com. | Amazon.co.uk 
It is imperative that screenwriters have at least a general
knowledge of the laws and rights affecting them. The
Screenwriter's Legal Guide by author Stephen F. Breimer,
a partner at Bloom, Hergott, Cook, Diemer and Klein, LLP,
an entertainment law firm in Los Angeles, helps
writers obtain a comprehensive overview of the legalese impacting
the Hollywood writing business and understand how
the movie and television business work from a writer's
standpoint. Coverage in the book includes:
option/purchase agreements, rights, copyright, agreements,
rewrites, commissioned screenplays and teleplays,
collaboration agreements, the writer's guild and
negotiations.
The reference book also provides excerpts of contracts,
tips for calculating fees and earnings and
a sample option/purchase agreement.
Although it may not be the most exciting or glamorous part of screenwriting, understanding screenwriting contracts and negotiations is essential for any serious screenwriter. Breimer helps novice screenwriters along by supplying the knowledge they need in a clear and concise manner, with occasional snippets and anecdotes from real life to make it easier to absorb. Breimer also provides an overview of the business world of screenwriter -- knowledge that professional writers must have. An essential tool for serious screenwriters. Writing in Flow by Susan K. Perry, Ph.D.Writer's Digest Books, May 1999.Hardcover, 274 pages. ISBN: 0898799295 Ordering information: Amazon.com. | Amazon.co.uk 
Writing in Flow introduces and discusses the concept
of flow, which is a period of enhanced creativity,
similar to the condition
athletes refer to as "in the zone." Writing in Flow
teaches writers how to obtain a sense of flow and
manage it to enhance their creativity and their work.
The book also provides perspectives on creativity
from numerous bestselling authors including:
Sue Grafton, Jane Smiley, Faye Kellerman, Michael
Connelly, Usula K. Le Guin and many others.
The concept of flow is introduced to readers by Susan K. Perry,
Ph.D., an author and social psychologist who is also an
instructor at the UCLA extension writer's program.
Perry analyzed the traits of bestselling
and prize-winning writers and developed a
psychological assessment of how great writers
create their work. She combines the results of
her study with practical advice for writers and
conveys this information to the reader.
The book provides coverage of each of the five
keys to enhanced creativity which include:
have a reason to write, think like a writer, loosen
up, focus in and balance among opposites.
Other sections in the book provide special
techniques for developing flow and how to use
flow to break-through writer's block.
With in-depth information on the psychological aspect of creativity and briefs by bestselling writers on their writing style and what inspires them, this is an enjoyable read and valuable learning aide for developing writers. Perry also provides answers to questions from students and friends during her study of flow throughout the text of the book. Writing in Flow is an excellent and unique guide for enhancing your creativity and inspiring yourself to write regularly. Writing.com by Moira AllenAllworth Press, August 1999.Trade Paperback, 226 pages. ISBN: 1581150296 Ordering information: Amazon.com. | Amazon.co.uk 
Writing.com is a new reference book for writers from
Moria Allen, a freelance writer and former editor of
Dog Fancy
magazine, who frequently covers
topics relating to freelance writing and the Internet
in her articles published in print magazines and online
ezines.
Writing.com provides much needed advice for
writers new to Internet writing
with both practical advice and links to writing
and research hotspots online. Some of the writing-related
topics covered in
the book include: finding markets, conducting research,
electronic rights, netiquette, chat, online learning, website
construction and book promotion.
Each topic also includes links to websites, online articles
and other resources providing pertinent information.
A comprehensive web guide is also provided in the back
of the book, which contains categorized
links to hundreds of writing websites.
The resource links provided in the book are fresh and reliable, and the information provided is accurate and current. Writing.com's thorough review of the online writing world and an excellent collection of writing resources will make this a welcome reference for any beginner looking to explore what's available for writers online. Return to Book Reviews Index ** More information on writing-related books can be found in the Writer's Bookstore. |
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