The Non-User-Friendly Guide For Aspiring TV Writers

Steven L. Sears has had a successful career in film and television encompassing over thirty years of involvement at all levels. From his beginnings as a staff writer on the hit NBC show THE A-TEAM to Co-Executive Producer on the hit series XENA-WARRIOR PRINCESS for MCA/Universal creator and Executive Producer of SHEENA for Sony/TriStar Television and many pilot and development deals with the major studios and production companies he has amassed a huge amount of experience and knowledge about the inner workings of the entertainment industry. In THE NON-USER-FRIENDLY GUIDE FOR ASPIRING TELEVISION WRITERS he shares that experience and gives advice for those considering a career in television writing. Instead of the traditional academic and sterile approach Steven answers questions from a personal first person perspective. The questions have been culled from the real world people seeking out his advice and looking for the experience that most books don't have. Some of what he writes about are hard and difficult facts to accept about the business. Other times it's his opinion based on his vast experience. But all of it is unsweetened and direct. Even if you don't like his answers he will certainly make you think hard about your approach and choices when pursuing a career in an extremely difficult Industry. As a result you will be better prepared to achieve the success that he has had. His style is accessible personable and relaxed. It's like having lunch with Steven and asking him questions about the business. Without having to watch him eat.