Scriptwriting for Theatre and Screen: A Practical Guide is an introduction designed to help readers understand the nature of dramatic scriptwriting and quickly guide them to a place where they can write, first a short play, and then a short screenplay.

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The book clearly points out the shared skills and the fundamental principles that unite them.  Chapters are arranged with a short  essay on topics such as  structure, character, modes of address, empathy, status and revising and editing, followed by practical exercises with exemplar responses – including a sample short play and film. 

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This complete introduction to writing dramatic scripts is intended for students of playwriting and screenwriting but is also suitable for all writers new to these areas and interested in developing their skills.