The Anatomy of Story
22 Steps to Becoming a Master Storyteller
by John Truby
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appears in Storytelling, Screenwriting, and Best Books on Writing.
John 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 of his secrets for writing a compelling script. Bas...
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