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The Anatomy of Story: 22 Steps to Becoming a Master Storyteller,New
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If you're ready to graduate from the boymeetsgirl league of screenwriting, meet John Truby . . . [his lessons inspire] epiphanies that make you see the contours of your psyche as sharply as your script.'LA WeeklyJohn Truby is one of the most respected and soughtafter story consultants in the film industry, and his students have gone on to pen some of Hollywood's most successful films, including Sleepless in Seattle, Scream, and Shrek. The Anatomy of Story is his longawaited first book, and it shares all his secrets for writing a compelling script. Based on the lessons in his awardwinning class, Great Screenwriting, The Anatomy of Story draws on a broad range of philosophy and mythology, offering fresh techniques and insightful anecdotes alongside Truby's own unique approach to building an effective, multifaceted narrative.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Anatomy of Story' about? A: 'The Anatomy of Story' by John Truby is a guide to screenwriting that shares techniques for crafting compelling narratives. It draws on various philosophies and mythologies to provide insights into effective storytelling.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Anatomy of Story'? A: The author of 'The Anatomy of Story' is John Truby, a highly respected story consultant in the film industry known for his successful screenwriting courses.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: The book includes fresh techniques for storytelling, insightful anecdotes, and a unique approach to building multifaceted narratives, all based on John Truby's award-winning class.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Anatomy of Story'? A: 'The Anatomy of Story' contains 464 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of narrative structure and screenwriting techniques.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'The Anatomy of Story' is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle for readers.
- Q: When was 'The Anatomy of Story' published? A: 'The Anatomy of Story' was published on October 14, 2008, marking its release as a valuable resource for aspiring screenwriters.
- Q: Is 'The Anatomy of Story' suitable for beginners in screenwriting? A: Yes, 'The Anatomy of Story' is suitable for beginners, as it covers foundational concepts and techniques that can help new writers understand the complexities of storytelling.
- Q: Does this book offer practical exercises? A: While 'The Anatomy of Story' focuses on theory and insights, it encourages readers to apply the concepts learned through their own writing, which can be considered practical exercises.
- Q: What makes John Truby's approach unique? A: John Truby's approach is unique because it integrates a wide range of philosophy and mythology, offering a holistic view of storytelling that goes beyond traditional screenwriting formulas.
- Q: Can this book help with writing for different media formats? A: 'The Anatomy of Story' is primarily focused on screenwriting, but its principles of narrative structure can be beneficial for writing in other media formats as well.