In recent years, the world of animation has expanded far beyond the Saturday morning cartoons that generations of Americans grew up watching. Recent years have seen a boom in animation--hit prime-time television series, blockbuster cutting-edge digitally animated features, conventional animation The expanding market is luring writers who have an eye toward the future and an eagerness to work in a medium where the only limit is the depth on one's imagination. With step-by-step instructions and the insights of a seasoned veteran, award-winning animation writer Jeffrey Scott details the process of developing even the vaguest of ideas into a fully realized animation script. He details every stop on the road from inspiration to presentation, with sections on premises, outlines, treatments, description, and dialogue, and much more. How to Write for Animation is the ultimate guide for anyone with ambitions of writing for the most rapidly developing medium in all of entertainment.
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"Writers! Add Jeffrey Scott's [book] to your required reading list. -- Stan Lee, Chairman Emeritus, Marvel Comics
A legacy to the world of animation writing that is unmatched and unparalleled.... Now memorialized in this excellent book. -- Peter Roth, President, Warner Bros. Television
Jeffrey Scott has written the definitive sourcebook for anyone interested in the world of animation and script writing. -- Nancy Kanter, VP Programming, Disney Channel
Jeffrey Scott is terrific at teaching others what he's mastered himself. -- Jeffrey Katzenberg, Dreamworks SKG --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
A legacy to the world of animation writing that is unmatched and unparalleled.... Now memorialized in this excellent book. -- Peter Roth, President, Warner Bros. Television
Jeffrey Scott has written the definitive sourcebook for anyone interested in the world of animation and script writing. -- Nancy Kanter, VP Programming, Disney Channel
Jeffrey Scott is terrific at teaching others what he's mastered himself. -- Jeffrey Katzenberg, Dreamworks SKG --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
About the Author
Jeffrey Scott is one of animation's most acclaimed writers. He has written over six hundred animated television scripts for such series as Superfriends, Jim Henson's Muppet Babies, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. His work has been recognized with three Emmy Awards and a Humanitas Prize.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a must-read for ALL script writers, not just toonsters. Scott takes you through the process of creating a story like a master-builder. He writes clearly, simply and with enthusiasm. His love and respect for his craft is obvious, making this a very inspiring and enjoyable read, as well as a valuable and informative one. Scott's technical tips are terrific and easy to apply. Why didn't I think of cutting and pasting an outline into a script template? Overall, I found this book to be as entertaining as it was informative and practical. The glossary alone is worth the price of the book. I've been writing animation for 10 years and can't wait to break my next story using some of his tricks. I just wish Jeffrey had written it ten years ago.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Laura Owens
Format:Hardcover
Jeffrey Scott's new book, "How to Write for Animation," was exactly what I needed! Three months after registering with an online freelance agency, I got an e-mail inviting me to bid on a project. There weren't many details on the listing, but it involved writing and that's a field I want to get into.
I got hired and suddenly became the lead writer for a new, 3D computer graphics TV Series. Having little experience with creative writing, but extensive editing skills ... I knew I needed help!
After wallowing in uncertainty and formatic confusion, I went to the local bookstore looking for a book on screenwriting suggested by another writer on the project. The book wasn't there. But I found "How to Write for Animation" and it was EXACTLY what I needed! (The bookstore guy that rung me up said, "OH GREAT book! That just came in and I HAD to read it.")
Not only do I know how to appear as if I'm an old pro, I've got step by step instructions on everything I need to help pitch this series :) Way Kewl!
I was told to write a "Bible" ... eeek! "Didn't someone already do that?" I asked. Thanks Jeffrey! Now I know exactly what I need to include in our presentation, our bible, how much to include since we are new writers, ... EVERYTHING! And it is presented in an EASY format for busy people.
GREAT BOOK! WONDERFUL RESOURCE! It should be on every animation writers shelf!
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By Kassandra
Format:Hardcover
I'm a boring lawyer who had an idea for a cartoon series swimming around in her head. I found this book, followed it to the letter, developed the idea, pitched it, and now have a major animation production company who has purchased an option for the show. Mr. Scott even took the time to respond to an e-mail I sent with a question. This is a great and simple to understand resource for anyone with the ideas and gumption to go for it. Thanks Mr. Scott!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Engaging!
Very useful for any who wish to embark on their own in writing stories to animate and catching the interest of the target group.
Published 21 days ago by Lover of Truth
4.0 out of 5 stars
How to Write for Animation
The book arrived in really great shape, and was what I expected. It took quite a while to get here.
Published 6 months ago by S. Kilpatrick
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very Helpful
This title is very informative. From actually writing the script, to the proper layout, to writing with intent, I learned a lot. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Voodoospazm
4.0 out of 5 stars
Misleading title, know what you are getting
I'm not saying it's a bad book. On the contrary. It's very good.
But you have to know what you are buying. Read more
But you have to know what you are buying. Read more
Published on October 8, 2007 by Liron Bar Akiva
5.0 out of 5 stars
Worth it all the way!
I'm in the process of writing a proposal for a new animated series and though familiar with writing in general have no experience in animation. Read more
Published on March 8, 2007 by E. D. Smith
4.0 out of 5 stars
Like having a coffee with your pal Jeffrey...
I didn't know who he was before buying the book but you bet I learned who he is and what he's done. Great person to read and learn from. Read more
Published on January 20, 2007 by Arturo Toledo
5.0 out of 5 stars
A MUST READ for anyone interested in animation writing!
I am a published comic book writer developing an idea for an animated series and have been thoroughly impressed with `How to Write for Animation'. Read more
Published on April 11, 2006 by Shawn S.
3.0 out of 5 stars
a letdown - really mostly for TV series writing
I was disappointed in this book since it focussed almost exclusively on creating TV series scripts, and drew virtually all examples from one of Scott's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles... Read more
Published on April 4, 2006 by Heliopolis
5.0 out of 5 stars
How to Write For Animation - a survival book
This book is unutterably fantastic. Mr. Scott knows the
industry like the back of his hand, and it shows. Read more
industry like the back of his hand, and it shows. Read more
Published on June 6, 2003
5.0 out of 5 stars
My thoughts on Jeff's Excellent book
I have not had the time to read the book and understand it fully because of my hectic university schedule, although I have briefly skimmed through the book and it is amazingly... Read more
Published on December 10, 2002 by Richard Beck
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