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  • The Art of Verbal Action for Page, Stage, and Screen
  • Written by: Robert McKee
  • Narrated by: Robert McKee
  • Length: 11 hrs and 10 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (33 ratings)

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Dialogue

Written by: Robert McKee
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Publisher's Summary

The long-awaited follow-up to the perennially best-selling writers' guide Story, from the most sought-after expert in the art of storytelling.

Robert McKee's popular writing workshops have earned him an international reputation. The list of alumni with Oscars runs off the page. The cornerstone of his program is his singular book, Story, which has defined how we talk about the art of story creation.

Now, in Dialogue, McKee offers the same in-depth analysis for how characters speak on the screen, on the stage, and on the page in believable and engaging ways. From Macbeth to Breaking Bad, McKee deconstructs key scenes to illustrate the strategies and techniques of dialogue.

Dialogue applies a framework of incisive thinking to instruct the prospective writer on how to craft artful, impactful speech. Famous McKee alumni include Peter Jackson, Jane Campion, Geoffrey Rush, Paul Haggis, the writing team for Pixar, and many others.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2016 Robert McKee (P)2016 Hachette Audio

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Brilliant and Dedicated

A stellar examination of not only dialogue but of humanity, being, and life. Carefully researched with a deft touch and thoughtful consideration. Robert McKee lectures, but he has the right stuff. He understands what makes people say what and why. A worthy work.

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McKee is always a winner

Worth it, press pause, make notes. McKee brings it again. A worthy book in my library

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Best book on Dialogue ever written

Unbelievable depth of knowledge in literature and how to write dialogue that sparkles with verisimilitude.

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