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The Fixers
- Eddie Mannix, Howard Strickling and the MGM Publicity Machine
- By: E.J. Fleming
- Narrated by: Mike Hennessy
- Length: 13 hrs and 22 mins
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Eddie Mannix and Howard Strickling are virtually unknown outside of Hollywood and little-remembered even there, but as General Manager and Head of Publicity for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, they lorded over all the stars in Hollywood’s golden age from the 1920s through the 1940s.
By: E.J. Fleming
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Down and Dirty Pictures
- Miramax, Sundance and the Rise of Independent Film
- By: Peter Biskind
- Narrated by: Phil Gigante
- Length: 23 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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Candid, penetrating and controversial, Down and Dirty Pictures is a must-read for anyone interested in the film world....
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For the independent film lover!
- By natalie on 08-26-14
By: Peter Biskind
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How to Make It in the New Music Business (3rd Edition)
- Practical Tips on Building a Loyal Following and Making a Living as a Musician
- By: Ari Herstand
- Narrated by: Ari Herstand
- Length: 19 hrs and 47 mins
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Hailed as an "indispensable" guide (Forbes), How to Make It in the New Music Business returns in a significantly revised and expanded third edition....
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If you have anything to do with music...READ THIS!
- By Phillip and Leslie T. on 08-27-23
By: Ari Herstand
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Powerhouse
- The Untold Story of Hollywood's Creative Artists Agency
- By: James Andrew Miller
- Narrated by: James Andrew Miller, Kirby Heyborne, Ann Richardson
- Length: 25 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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In 1975, five young employees of a sclerotic William Morris agency left to start their own strikingly innovative talent agency....
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A terrific look behind the curtain
- By Amazon Customer on 08-19-16
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How Star Wars Conquered the Universe
- The Past, Present, and Future of a Multibillion Dollar Franchise
- By: Chris Taylor
- Narrated by: Nick Podehl
- Length: 20 hrs and 41 mins
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In How Star Wars Conquered the Universe, veteran journalist Chris Taylor traces the series from the difficult birth of the original film through its sequels....
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A wonderful, in-depth look at the Star Wars
- By A Mayne on 11-30-14
By: Chris Taylor
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Run It Like a Business
- Strategies for Arts Organizations to Increase Audiences, Remain Relevant, and Multiply Money—Without Losing the Art
- By: Aubrey Bergauer
- Narrated by: Shaina Summerville
- Length: 9 hrs and 21 mins
- Unabridged
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Just because arts organizations are non-profits doesn't mean they shouldn't make money; it means the money they make goes back to fund the mission—whether that's music, visual arts, theatre, dance, or one of many other mediums that enrich our lives.
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My Go-To For Advice
- By Not White. Has a red logo covering part of it. on 10-26-24
By: Aubrey Bergauer
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The Fixers
- Eddie Mannix, Howard Strickling and the MGM Publicity Machine
- By: E.J. Fleming
- Narrated by: Mike Hennessy
- Length: 13 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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Eddie Mannix and Howard Strickling are virtually unknown outside of Hollywood and little-remembered even there, but as General Manager and Head of Publicity for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, they lorded over all the stars in Hollywood’s golden age from the 1920s through the 1940s.
By: E.J. Fleming
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Down and Dirty Pictures
- Miramax, Sundance and the Rise of Independent Film
- By: Peter Biskind
- Narrated by: Phil Gigante
- Length: 23 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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Candid, penetrating and controversial, Down and Dirty Pictures is a must-read for anyone interested in the film world....
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For the independent film lover!
- By natalie on 08-26-14
By: Peter Biskind
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How to Make It in the New Music Business (3rd Edition)
- Practical Tips on Building a Loyal Following and Making a Living as a Musician
- By: Ari Herstand
- Narrated by: Ari Herstand
- Length: 19 hrs and 47 mins
- Unabridged
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Hailed as an "indispensable" guide (Forbes), How to Make It in the New Music Business returns in a significantly revised and expanded third edition....
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If you have anything to do with music...READ THIS!
- By Phillip and Leslie T. on 08-27-23
By: Ari Herstand
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Powerhouse
- The Untold Story of Hollywood's Creative Artists Agency
- By: James Andrew Miller
- Narrated by: James Andrew Miller, Kirby Heyborne, Ann Richardson
- Length: 25 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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In 1975, five young employees of a sclerotic William Morris agency left to start their own strikingly innovative talent agency....
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A terrific look behind the curtain
- By Amazon Customer on 08-19-16
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How Star Wars Conquered the Universe
- The Past, Present, and Future of a Multibillion Dollar Franchise
- By: Chris Taylor
- Narrated by: Nick Podehl
- Length: 20 hrs and 41 mins
- Unabridged
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In How Star Wars Conquered the Universe, veteran journalist Chris Taylor traces the series from the difficult birth of the original film through its sequels....
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A wonderful, in-depth look at the Star Wars
- By A Mayne on 11-30-14
By: Chris Taylor
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Run It Like a Business
- Strategies for Arts Organizations to Increase Audiences, Remain Relevant, and Multiply Money—Without Losing the Art
- By: Aubrey Bergauer
- Narrated by: Shaina Summerville
- Length: 9 hrs and 21 mins
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Just because arts organizations are non-profits doesn't mean they shouldn't make money; it means the money they make goes back to fund the mission—whether that's music, visual arts, theatre, dance, or one of many other mediums that enrich our lives.
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My Go-To For Advice
- By Not White. Has a red logo covering part of it. on 10-26-24
By: Aubrey Bergauer
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Music Production for Beginners, 2024+ Edition
- How to Produce Music, the Easy to Read Guide for Music Producers, Artists & Songwriters (2024, Music Business, Electronic Dance Music, Songwriting, Producing Music, Book 1))
- By: Tommy Swindali
- Narrated by: Nathan Ashcroft
- Length: 3 hrs and 3 mins
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Everything you need to know about making music in one place, 2024 and beyond! Not so long ago, music production was only available to the rich and famous. However, these days, it’s now possible to produce professional sounding music from your own home....
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Best Guide for DIY Music Production!
- By Lesly Dorcely on 06-25-24
By: Tommy Swindali
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Voiceover Masterclass
- The #1 Book to Help You Succeed in Starting and Growing a Voiceover Business at Home.
- By: Peter Baker, Mark Laxton
- Narrated by: Peter Baker
- Length: 7 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Have you ever realised that your voice could make you money? Working as a voiceover artist can give you a good, solid income, doing a fun and rewarding job, mostly working from your own recording studio at home! Listen to find out more....
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So informative
- By Bryan Kibling on 11-11-23
By: Peter Baker, and others
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Running the Show
- Television from the Inside
- By: Jeff Melvoin
- Narrated by: Patrick Loos
- Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins
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Running the Show takes you inside building a show from the ground up and what a showrunner's life looks like in Hollywood. This unique job covers aspects from the creative to the managerial and everything in between....
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Stop that carrot!!!!!!!
- By Julie Hopkins on 04-03-24
By: Jeff Melvoin
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The Men Who Would Be King
- An Almost Epic Tale of Moguls, Movies, and a Company Called DreamWorks
- By: Nicole LaPorte
- Narrated by: Stephen Hoye
- Length: 18 hrs and 1 min
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For 60 years, since the birth of United Artists, the studio landscape was unchanged....
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Obviously Slanted
- By Retired curmudgeon on 03-11-11
By: Nicole LaPorte
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The TV Showrunner's Roadmap
- Creating Great Television in an On Demand World
- By: Neil Landau
- Narrated by: Oliver Fenton
- Length: 13 hrs and 43 mins
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If you've ever dreamed of being in charge of your own network, cable, or web series, then this is the book for you. The TV Showrunner's Roadmap provides you with the tools for creating, writing, and managing your own hit show....
By: Neil Landau
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The Mailroom
- Hollywood History from the Bottom Up
- By: David Rensin
- Narrated by: Sean Runnette
- Length: 16 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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Veteran Hollywood writer David Rensin travels behind the scenes and through 65 years of show business history to tell the real stories of the marvelous careers that began - and in some cases ended - in the mailroom....
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Great for naps
- By Mrs Dumblepants on 03-27-20
By: David Rensin
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The Realist's Guide to a Successful Music Career
- By: Joel Cummins, Matt DeCoursey
- Narrated by: Gavin Fitzgerald
- Length: 9 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
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So you want to be a rock star. Or the next pop sensation. Or a country music artist. Or perhaps you’re more intrigued by vital roles behind the scenes. The Realist’s Guide to a Successful Music Career reveals all the ins and outs of careers in the ever-changing music business....
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An insightful read!
- By Anonymous User on 11-08-19
By: Joel Cummins, and others
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The Disneyland Story
- The Unofficial Guide to the Evolution of Walt Disney's Dream
- By: Sam Gennawey
- Narrated by: James Patrick Cronin
- Length: 16 hrs and 31 mins
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The Disneyland Story is the story of how Walt Disney's greatest creation was conceived, nurtured, and how it grew into a source of joy and inspiration for generations of visitors....
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The narration is killing me.
- By Chris on 03-24-15
By: Sam Gennawey
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The Illustrator's Guide
- How to Create an Exceptional Freelance Illustration Career
- By: James Hughes
- Narrated by: James Hughes
- Length: 4 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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Dive into the world of illustration and freelancing with The Illustrator’s Guide, the complete creative companion to developing an exceptional and fulfilling illustration career.
By: James Hughes
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How to Find Funding for a Short Film
- Navigating Finance in Independent Filmmaking
- By: Oliver C. Henry
- Narrated by: Kevin Wickham
- Length: 1 hr and 27 mins
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Aspiring to bring your cinematic vision to life but daunted by the intricacies of film finance? You're not just a filmmaker—you're an entrepreneur. This guide offers you the tools and insights to unlock your project's potential, secure funding, and ensure its success....
By: Oliver C. Henry
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Universal Versus Disney
- The Unofficial Guide to American Theme Parks' Greatest Rivalry
- By: Sam Gennawey
- Narrated by: Robert Feifar
- Length: 13 hrs and 37 mins
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Universal Studios never really wanted to get into the theme park business. They wanted to be the anti-Disney. But when forced to do so, they did it in a big way....
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Dull and VERY Misleading Title
- By MagicMan504 on 03-19-16
By: Sam Gennawey
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The Music Never Stops
- What Putting on 10,000 Shows Has Taught Me About Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Magic
- By: Peter Shapiro, Dean Budnick - contributor
- Narrated by: Andrew Eiden, Peter Shapiro
- Length: 11 hrs and 26 mins
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Peter Shapiro, the best known and most influential concert promoter of his generation, shares the inside story of how he became a tremendous powerhouse in the music industry....
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The music may stop but it always comes back
- By Robbie Boggs on 02-05-24
By: Peter Shapiro, and others
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Working Actor
- Breaking in, Making a Living, and Making a Life in the Fabulous Trenches of Show Business
- By: David Dean Bottrell
- Narrated by: David Dean Bottrell
- Length: 7 hrs and 26 mins
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Veteran character actor David Dean Bottrell draws on his 35-plus tumultuous years of work in the entertainment industry to offer a guide to breaking in, making a living, and making a life in the fabulous trenches of show business....
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Refreshing, grounded, solid advice
- By Andrea on 03-10-19
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Trash the Trophies
- How to Win Without Losing Your Soul
- By: Chasta Hamilton
- Narrated by: Chasta Hamilton
- Length: 4 hrs and 47 mins
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In the world of competitive dance, biased scoring, skimpy costumes, and toxic rivalries are the additional line items of a bill that exceeds thousands of dollars. For Chasta Hamilton, six years of sending dancers to competitions was six years too many....
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Great for anyone associated in the Competitive dance world
- By H. Dubitzky on 11-02-23
By: Chasta Hamilton
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Letters to a Young Artist
- By: Anna Deavere Smith
- Narrated by: Anna Deavere Smith
- Length: 4 hrs and 27 mins
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In the manner of Rilke's Letters to a Young Poet, Deavere Smith mentors her young artist over a period of five years, sharing her hard-won wisdom....
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Great advice for artists of any age.
- By S. Barker on 10-30-17
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The Big Picture
- The Fight for the Future of Movies
- By: Ben Fritz
- Narrated by: Timothy Andrés Pabon
- Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins
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In the past decade, Hollywood has endured a cataclysm on a par with the end of silent film and the demise of the studio system. Stars and directors have seen their power dwindle, while writers and producers lift their best techniques from TV, comic books, and the toy biz....
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Who is overseeing the audio part of this project?
- By Lori P on 11-19-19
By: Ben Fritz
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El arte de vender tu arte [The Art of Selling Your Art]
- Cómo monetizar tus obras y vivir de tu talento [How to Monetize Your Works and Live Off Your Talent]
- By: Danilo Di Nuzzo
- Narrated by: John Martinez
- Length: 3 hrs
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En EL ARTE DE VENDER DE TU ARTE podrás aprender paso a paso lo que tienes que hacer para vender tus obras y vivir como un artista exitoso. Un libro fácil y valioso....
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Buenos consejos, malas referenciaa
- By Anonymous User on 06-06-24
By: Danilo Di Nuzzo
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Showbiz Politics
- Hollywood in American Political Life
- By: Kathryn Cramer Brownell
- Narrated by: Pam Ward
- Length: 11 hrs and 35 mins
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Conventional wisdom holds that John F. Kennedy was the first celebrity president, in no small part because of his innate television savvy....
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The Wedding DJ Bible
- How to DJ the Wedding Like a Pro from Preparation to Grand Exit!
- By: Neil Smith the Dandy DJ
- Narrated by: Neil Smith the Dandy DJ
- Length: 1 hr and 47 mins
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The Wedding DJ Bible will teach you how to handle the wedding like a pro including preparation, equipment, safety, appearance, etiquette, and much more....
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Review
- By James D on 09-23-21
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Make It Rain!
- By: Areva Martin, Donna Beech, Phil McGraw
- Narrated by: Author
- Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins
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For a decade, Areva Martin has used the media to build a huge platform that expanded the influence and power of her brand exponentially....
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Inarticulate speaker
- By Keith Swayne on 06-11-18
By: Areva Martin, and others
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Acting in Chicago, 4th Ed
- Making a Living Doing Commercials, Voice Over, TV/Film and More
- By: Chris Agos
- Narrated by: Chris Agos
- Length: 9 hrs and 37 mins
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Recommended by agents and acting coaches, Acting in Chicago, 4th Edition demystifies the question of how to build a rewarding, sustainable, and profitable acting career.....
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The Business of theatre
- By Anonymous User on 07-15-24
By: Chris Agos
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The Revolutionary Guide to Acting
- A Transformational Journey to Achieving Success in Show Business and Life
- By: Bernard Hiller
- Narrated by: Bernard Hiller
- Length: 4 hrs and 24 mins
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Acting is always evolving, and in The Revolutionary Guide to Acting Bernard shares the latest methods to help you gain vital skills for success in this competitive industry....
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AN ACTOR'S BIBLE
- By Kim Lea Mays on 04-21-23
By: Bernard Hiller
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The Unstoppable Creative
- Creative People Are Meant To Change The World (The Successful Creative Series Book 2)
- By: Todd Brison
- Narrated by: Todd Brison
- Length: 4 hrs and 9 mins
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Creative freedom could be simple....You can conquer the blank page. You can let your talents shine. You can (really) make money with your gifts. Our culture paints creative people as flaky and confused. Don’t listen to their lies. You are more than a character....
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Very practical, concise, and clear.
- By Bryan Jamil Narcisse on 05-29-20
By: Todd Brison
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Breaking and Entering: A Manual for the Working Actor
- From Auditions to Agents to a Career
- By: Philip Carlson
- Narrated by: Philip Carlson
- Length: 9 hrs and 10 mins
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Philip Carlson was the first agent to sign Phillip Seymour Hoffman, Claire Danes, Idris Elba, and others. He shares his trade secrets in this comprehensive guide on how to get into show business....
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Great read even for a non-beginner
- By John Kyle Sutton on 11-02-17
By: Philip Carlson