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"ACTING Qs" is another inspiration volume for aspiring actors and a delightful peek into the personal live of actors whose work we know so well. Twenty-nine professional performers share candidly about life, work and the show business journey. "ACTING Qs" is a book of practical insight from people who make livings as actors.

 

Acting Qs                                                  $13.80*
Paperback 358 Pages
8.4x5.5x1 inches 1.2 pounds
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Millicent Terraine, author of "ACTORS DIE HARD in HOLLYWOOD", came to Los Angeles from New York to embark upon her acting career and found Los Angeles to be a fascinating and sometime daunting new way of life. she found herself in the great maze of Hollywood. even though overwhelmed with the excitement of Tinsletown, there was still the intimidating task of settling into a whole new lifestyle, finding a place to live and the right acting classes, learning how to get around town, and most importantly, learning the business side of entertainment in Hollywood, all attributed to the invaluable insights of "ACTORS DIE HARD in HOLLYWOOD: Actor's Survival Guide"

 

Actors Die Hard in Hollywood                    $12.94*
Paperback 86 Pages
8.8x5.9x0.2 inches 1.6 ounces
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The "ACTOR'S AUDITION LOG" is an organizational book for all areas of the performing arts. It is a great tool to aid the actor in getting to the right audition at the right time with a place to record pertinent information such as: what transpired; who was in the room; what outfit was worn; instinctive feeling about the reading; expenses incurred in the audition process for tax purposes; etc. Adjacent to each page is a blank on for current or future notes such as change of address, postcard(s) sent, personal observations and, of course, tabloid exclusives!

 

Actor's Audition Log                                  $12.95*
Paperback spiral Bound 80 Pages
7 ounces
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"THE ACTOR'S MENU" - A Character Preparation Handbook

Whether new to the business or a seasoned pro, this handbook provides actors with a personal, active approach to discovering their talent. Beginning with appetizers end ending with desserts, actors learn how to prepare a character in the same way that a master chef chooses the most complimentary dishes for a feast. from typecasting to reinventing a character's story, actors discover the key ingredients that will enable them to develop strong, believable characters that people will be interested to watch.

 

The Actor's Menu                                      $14.94*
Paperback 204 Pages
8.8x6x0.3 inches 10.4 ounces
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     The New Business of Acting: How to Build a Career in a Changing Landscape, teaches actors how to be smart, proactive and strategic throughout their career journeys. Lemack teaches actors the critical, non-performance skills they need to build the careers they want and how to apply those skills in positive, professional and productive ways.
     This empowering new book builds on the lessons taught in The Business of Acting, while addressing how to apply those lessons to the digital and economic landscape that is the new business of acting.
Readers will learn the art of managing expectations, a required skill in knowing how to act (and when not to) on the global Internet stage of self-submission opportunities, and, perhaps most important for the young actor, those about to or just entering the business will discover what they must know to make a healthy, happy and empowered transition from student of the performing arts to wanting-to-be-working, professional actor.
     Readers will also learn how to create and launch an action plan for career success that teaches them how to effectively and strategically use the tools introduced in the book, and how to be a smart actor implementing their plan all along their journey.

The Business of Acting                              $22.95*
Paperback 225 Pages
8.9x6x0.8 inches 13.6 ounces
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"EXTRA WORK for Brain Surgeons" is a comprehensive handbook of everything you need to know to get started in the entertainment industry. Includes how to join the unions and avoid the scams, legitimate casting companies, photo & reume tips, how to get started as an extra, how to get your kids started and tips on finding principal work.

"EXTRA WORK for Brain Surgeons" also contains an extensive reference section including set terminology you should know, vital industry contact information and pay charts for easy reference.

Extra Work for Brain Surgeons                  $23.46*
Paperback 477 Pages
8.5x5.5x0.9 inches 14.4 ounces
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Most "hot-to" books are written by one or two writers, yet there are many ways actors become successful. Carolyne Barry has written a book that incorporates the opinions and suggestions from an array of successful, knowledgeable and highly respected industry professionals.

"HIT THE GROUND RUNNING" offers the most information, insights, warnings and techniques to empower and guide the new actor: Month bu month two year plan - The Major Entertainment Markets - Personal Tools - ALL the expenses - Auditioning  and Booking Acting Work - - Determining Your Type - Interning - Marketing - Cover Letters - Union Membership - Choosing Teachers and Types of Training - Money and Time Saving Tips - PLUS valuable tips and techniques for commercial and theatrical auditions. "HIT THE GROUND RUNNING" has the information actors need to stert your acting career.

Hit the Ground Running                            $22.95*
Paperback 292 Pages
8.6x6x0.7 inches 16 ounces
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"HOW TO GET ARRESTED: A Motivational story for Actors Breaking Into Hollywood", by Michael J. Wallach is a unique book that teaches valuable lessons to actors which included the new chapter "Myths Demystified", (the five myths that will hold you back from success). Michael Wallach, a personal manager and attorney for more than 20 years shares his knowledge and advice in a stylish non-academic manner. No dry checklists in this book! Easiily readable and lots of fun. Find out why you don't have to know anyone to make it in this business.

How To Get Arrested                                 $11.94*
Paperback 152 Pages
7.3x5.3x0.3 inches 4.8 ounces
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"The LYNDON TECHNIQUE: The 15 Guideline Map to Booking Handbook" is a revolutionary in that provides a practical approach to auditioning and booking the job on the first take. This way of working is for any actor at any level in their career who wishes to learn the art of competition. This technique has helped thousands realize their dream of consistently working as an actor. Here's what people are saying:
  • Once I followed Amy's 15 Guideline Technique,  my breakthrough as an actor truly began. I owe so much to this woman. -- Hosea Chanchez, Series Regular, THE GAME
  • As a talent manager, there is nothing greater for me than hearing the joy of my clients when they book a job. Amy's 15 guidelines are amazing! The booking ratio for my clients has increased 90% -- Face2Face Entertainment
  • I'm always interested in meeting Amy's students because they always seem to be booking everything. -- Ken Jacobson, Personal Talent Manager
  • Amy is the actor's tool. She can take an actor's talent and help craft that talent from the foundation up. -- Sharyn Berg, Personal Talent Manager

The Lyndon Technique                             $14.94*
Paperback 66 Pages
6.8x5x0.3 inches 2.4 ounces
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"ONE LESS BITTER ACTOR - The Actor's Survival Guide"

Every actor struggles with the frustration of when they aren't working to their full potential. This book offers pragmatic advice on how to succeed in acting from one who has. Markus Flanagan has starred in Biloxi Blues. He's starred in 10 feature films, 5 stage plays and 5 movies for television.

One Less Bitter Actor                                $14.99*
Paperback 192 Pages
8.4x5.5x0.6 inches 8.5 ounces
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"THE PERFORMER'S WORKSHOP LOG" is an organizational book for all areas of the performing arts, designed to document performance related workshops and classes. It is a great tool to aid the performer in keeping an accurate log of workshops and classes attended, expenses incurred, information about the guest/coach, feedback and instinctive feelings about your performance. Adjacent to each page is a NOTEs section where you can include follow-up information such as postcards, pictures and resumes sent; change of address, personal observations and, of course tabloid exclusives!

Performer's Workshop Log                          $12.95*
Paperback Spiral Bound 100 Pages
7 ounces
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Bonnie Gillespie, author of Casting Qs and Acting Qs, has written a guide to help you take control of your career. Actors are frequently on the quest for representation. You need a manager to help guide you through the process of becoming a working actor. Or do you?

In the revised 3rd edition, "SELF MANAGEMENT FOR ACTORS", guides actors through the process of taking control of the business side of their career. There is NO secret method, no password entry system to the Working Actor's Club. What does exist is a simple, self-management concept that allows any actor to handle the business of an acting career without losing the ability to be a creative artist. Balance is key, and the tips in "SELF MANAGEMENT FOR ACTORS" will put every actor on the way to having the best manager they deserve: themselves!

Self Management for Actors                       $29.93*
Paperback 520 Pages
8.5x5.5x1.2 inches 1.5 pounds
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"SO YOU WANT TO BE IN SHOW BUSINESS" presents show business from 50 year biz vet Steve Stevens. Sprinkled amply with practical helpful dos and dont's throughout, the book presents basic information of how Hollywood works. In Stevens' view, "making it" involves more that finding oneself in front of the camera. It also means finding one's true self, one's happiness and place in the world.

"It's simultaneously funny, historic, inspiring and educational." -- Doris Roberts, 4 Time Emmy Winning star of EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND

So You Want To Be In Show Business        $14.94*
Paperback 128 Pages
8.1x5.2x0.6 inches 5.6 ounces
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"STEP UP TO THE MIC - A Positive Approach to Succeeding in Voice-Overs" is an inspirational voice-over guide that will teach you how to take control of your career with the power of positive thinking. Rodney Saulsberry shares his methods to turn fear and self-doubt into confidence and success. Plus, get advice from many of the top voice-over performers in the business like, Don Lafontaine, The King of Movie Trailers, Nancy Cartwright, The voice of Bart Simpson, Frank Welker, The voice of Scooby Doo.

It's a handbook with 136 pages of positive essay's, illustrations, affirmations and exercises that will give you the motivational tools you'll need to STEP UP TO THE MIC!

Step Up To The Mic                                  $14.94*
Paperback 136 Pages
8x5.5x0.5 inches 6.4 ounces
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Do you think you have what it takes to make it as a voice-over artist? "YOU CAN BANK ON YOUR VOICE" helps you discover the magic in your voice and turn it into a professional that could make you rich! Take a journey through Rodney Saulsberry's illustrious career as he shares his memoirs, essays and tips about making it in this exciting business. Topics include:
  • How to audition
  • Finding an agent
  • Interpreting copy
  • Making a demo CD
  • Unique marketing strategies
  • Microphone and voice-over techniques
  • Voice-over work outside of television and radio
  • Commercial and animation voice-over sessions
  • Tips from some of the top casting directors in LA

You Can Bank On Your Voice                    $16.95*
Paperback 200 Pages
9.5x5.8x0.5 inches 10.6 ounces
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