The Secret Rules of Hollywood Screenwriting

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The Secret Rules of Hollywood Screenwriting

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Oct 17, 2010

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With screenplay, novel, and career consultant Michele Wallerstein, author of Mind Your Business: A Hollywood Literary Agent's Guide to Your Writing Career

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Oct 17, 2010

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The Secret Rules of Hollywood Screenwriting

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