This guide to sitcom writing gives tips for the writer and analyzes the current most popular American shows, including "Friends", "Frasier", "Seinfeld" and "Roseanne". Subjects covered include character development, and physical comedy and timing.
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An exciting format for writers
Sitcoms are an exciting format for writers, and the time is right for some fresh ideas for U.K. television. Although the examples in the book are mostly from U.S. series, I believe the book will help U.K. writers to develop interesting characters (the key to a successful sitcom, much more than the situation), structure stories, and learn how to present ideas for original series. Good luck! --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Sitcoms are an exciting format for writers, and the time is right for some fresh ideas for U.K. television. Although the examples in the book are mostly from U.S. series, I believe the book will help U.K. writers to develop interesting characters (the key to a successful sitcom, much more than the situation), structure stories, and learn how to present ideas for original series. Good luck! --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Hardcover
A great book for any comedy writer. Biased towards the States but full of solid information on the hard parts of sitcom writing - plot character and ideas. I've read a lot of (situation) comedy writing books and this is the best no question. I owe one broadcast BBC radio series and a Channel Four commision to this book. Go for it!!!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Hardcover
This clear, practical guide is thoroughly recommended. The main difference between the two editions is that the sitcoms cited as examples have been updated, so there is no compelling reason to buy the more expensive versions. Very useful for generating ideas and there is a short but invaluable chapter on shaping sitcom characters. Aimed at the American market but there's a great deal about the basics of writing which is equally applicable to British writers.
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3.0 out of 5 stars
Not a bad book, but . . .
18 Feb 2000
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if you are serious about learning how to write sitcoms, the Evan Smith book "Writing Television Sitcoms" is much better. Smith's book gives better more detailed advice, plus it is more current.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Recommended. A focused and concise book on sitcom writing.
25 Sep 1998
By A Customer
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Format:Hardcover
This book gathers the basic information on sitcom writing an a refreshingly straightforward manner. Because of the focus on successful network shows, the examples are necessarily lame. This book focuses on the structural requirements of teleplays as well as applicable business constraints.
This will not teach one how to be funny. No book can. But, as the book states: jokes are easy. Story is hard. This book will help you craft a better sitcom story in a professional manner.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
If you're ready to write, this book will help you focus
11 Nov 1999
By A Customer
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Format:Hardcover
Boy, did I love this book... Mr. Wolff engagingly shares his experience as a veteran of the sit-com world with his audience of hopefuls, and makes it not only understandable but enjoyable. I was especially motivated by his step-by-step exercises designed to free the muse. And even though he was very direct about the chances of an unknown actually selling a show, he made me feel I can -- and will-- succeed. If he's this good on paper, I can only imagine how inspiring he would be in a classroom!
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