Martie Cook's Write to TV (3rd Edition) is a must read for anyone interested in exploring the world of writing for Television. From the basics of concept and scene work to best industry practices, this energized gem covers it all. Ms Cook also quotes an extraordinary range of celebrated talent from Bob Weide to David McGee to Kristin Hahn in a journey through the world of the television writer. I cannot recommend it more highly.
Linda Reisman, Producer, Leave No Trace; The Danish Girl, Distinguished Producer-in-Residence, Emerson College
Martie has done an amazing job at explaining real-world script writing information. Beginning writers get it right away. The book is direct, honest, and authentic.
Bill Lancaster, Communication's Professor Northeastern University and Television Producer
Martie Cook's Write to TV is an essential tool and resource in the screenwriting classroom. Students learn from excellent examples and a diverse array of writing topics that equip future writers into the dynamic and ever expanding world of writing for television and streaming media. Terrific book, my students love it!
Eric Swelstad, Professor/Chair, Media Arts Los Angeles Valley College
Praise for the Previous Edition:
Martie Cook has one of the best minds out there when it comes to writing for television. Her experience and insight played a crucial role in shaping my writing career, and I'm thrilled for the aspiring writers who will surely benefit from the wisdom in these pages!
Jon Rineman, Writer, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
Martie Cook's Write to TV is required reading for anyone considering a career in TV writing. More than any other single thing, I owe my success to following her teachings.
Matt Fusfeld, Writer/Producer New Girl; Community; American Dad
I think this is about the best book on writing for television out there. I hope it sells like crazy because television will be better for it.
Peter Dunne, Emmy and Peabody Award-Winning Writer/Producer, CSI; Melrose Place; Dallas; Knots Landing; Author, Emotional Structure
Write to TV takes you inside the minds of writers, producers, and network suits in this brutally honest book. A 'must read' for anyone who has the dream of making it in Hollywood. I wish I had read this book 20 years ago!
Glenn Meehan, Producer, The Talk; Little People, Big World; Entertainment Tonight
Martie Cook's Write to TV is the best book I've found on the subject in 20 years as a prime time writer/producer and 15 years as a college professor teaching the subject. I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to learn the ins and outs of writing TV comedy and drama.
Ross Brown, Associate Professor of Film and Media Arts, Dodge College at Chapman University; Writer, The Cosby Show; Who's the Boss?; Step By Step; Author, Create Your Own TV Series for the Internet
Write to TV is an invaluable resource not just for writers but for anyone interested in getting the inside scoop about the way the industry works and how to break in. It gives an extensive overview of the current world of TV and a step-by-step guide for the new writer in town. It's anecdotal yet informational, entertaining yet insightful. Because the author has lived this experience, she can give a first hand step-by-step account of how you get from that first pitch to the on-screen credit.
Libby Beers, Executive Producer, The Christmas Ornament; Bringing Ashley Home
Martie Cook imparts a tremendous amount of knowledge in a way that is both easy to understand and entertaining. It is like having a mentor in book form.
Christopher Crowe, Writer, The Last of the Mohicans; Fear
Martie Cook's Write To TV is a smart 'How It Is' book. It's an inspiring and edifying insider's first-hand experience and knowledge imparted lovingly and entertainingly. It's a book you can't set down once you begin and when you're done you'll know what it takes to be successful in breaking into the business-the rest is up to you.
Hassan Ildari, Writer/Director, Face of the Enemy; Assistant Professor, Emerson College
Martie Cook's Write to TV (3rd Edition) is a must read for anyone interested in exploring the world of writing for Television. From the basics of concept and scene work to best industry practices, this energized gem covers it all. Ms Cook also quotes an extraordinary range of celebrated talent from Bob Weide to David McGee to Kristin Hahn in a journey through the world of the television writer. I cannot recommend it more highly.
Linda Reisman, Producer, Leave No Trace; The Danish Girl, Distinguished Producer-in-Residence, Emerson College
Martie has done an amazing job at explaining real-world script writing information. Beginner writers get it right away. The book is direct, honest, and authentic.
Bill Lancaster, Communication's Professor Northeastern University and Television Producer
Martie Cook's Write to TV is an essential tool and resource in the screenwriting classroom. Students learn from excellent examples and a diverse array of writing topics that equip future writers into the dynamic and ever expanding world of writing for television and streaming media. Terrific book, my students love it!
Eric Swelstad, Professor/Chair, Media Arts Los Angeles Valley College
Praise for the Previous Edition:
Martie Cook has one of the best minds out there when it comes to writing for television. Her experience and insight played a crucial role in shaping my writing career, and I'm thrilled for the aspiring writers who will surely benefit from the wisdom in these pages!
Jon Rineman, Writer, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
Martie Cook's Write to TV is required reading for anyone considering a career in TV writing. More than any other single thing, I owe my success to following her teachings.
Matt Fusfeld, Writer/Producer New Girl; Community; American Dad
I think this is about the best book on writing for television out there. I hope it sells like crazy because television will be better for it.
Peter Dunne, Emmy and Peabody Award-Winning Writer/Producer, CSI; Melrose Place; Dallas; Knots Landing; Author, Emotional Structure
Write to TV takes you inside the minds of writers, producers, and network suits in this brutally honest book. A 'must read' for anyone who has the dream of making it in Hollywood. I wish I had read this book 20 years ago!
Glenn Meehan, Producer, The Talk; Little People, Big World; Entertainment Tonight
Martie Cook's Write to TV is the best book I've found on the subject in 20 years as a prime time writer/producer and 15 years as a college professor teaching the subject. I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to learn the ins and outs of writing TV comedy and drama.
Ross Brown, Associate Professor of Film and Media Arts, Dodge College at Chapman University; Writer, The Cosby Show; Who's the Boss?; Step By Step; Author, Create Your Own TV Series for the Internet
Write to TV is an invaluable resource not just for writers but for anyone interested in getting the inside scoop about the way the industry works and how to break in. It gives an extensive overview of the current world of TV and a step-by-step guide for the new writer in town. It's anecdotal yet informational, entertaining yet insightful. Because the author has lived this experience, she can give a first hand step-by-step account of how you get from that first pitch to the on-screen credit.
Libby Beers, Executive Producer, The Christmas Ornament; Bringing Ashley Home
Martie Cook imparts a tremendous amount of knowledge in a way that is both easy to understand and entertaining. It is like having a mentor in book form.
Christopher Crowe, Writer, The Last of the Mohicans; Fear
Martie Cook's Write To TV is a smart 'How It Is' book. It's an inspiring and edifying insider's first-hand experience and knowledge imparted lovingly and entertainingly. It's a book you can't set down once you begin and when you're done you'll know what it takes to be successful in breaking into the business-the rest is up to you.
Hassan Ildari, Writer/Director, Face of the Enemy; Assistant Professor, Emerson College
