Lake’s years of industry experience, comprehensive exercises, personality and attitude make this a screenwriting ‘how to’ stand-out book.' ''Structure, structure, structure?' No – Lake’s book shows the importance of language, tone, creativity, research, effort and the working process. Rather than hawking trite formulas, this award-winning screenwriter provides helpful methods - including superb exercises - that are both simple and flexible, and that free the aspiring scripter to find her or his own special voice.' 'Diane Lake's book on the art of screenwriting, unlike others, is clearly the work of a pro. ―Linda Buckley-Archer, author of The Gideon Trilogy

In her own words, it’s the 'writers need to be the ones aiming for the stars.'' In this accessible, inspiring and insightful book Diane challenges novice scriptwriters to avoid the formulaic and to write with passion and originality. 'In person and in print, Diane Lake has a talent for making complex ideas sound simple. This book assimilates Lake’s considerable talents to offer the reader a fantastic insight into the world of screenwriting which is accessible in style, expert in knowledge and as consistently entertaining as it is wise.' 'Diane Lake is the real thing: a highly accomplished screenwriter AND a brilliant teacher.

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