37 pages 1 hour read

Blake Snyder

Save the Cat: The Last Book on Screenwriting You'll Ever Need

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2005

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Reviews of Blake Snyder's Save the Cat commonly praise its practical and straightforward approach to screenwriting, highlighting its valuable tips for structure and character development. Critics, however, argue it may oversimplify complex storytelling and promote formulaic writing. Overall, it is considered highly useful for beginners but possibly limiting for seasoned writers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Save the Cat?

Readers who enjoy Save the Cat by Blake Snyder typically have a keen interest in screenwriting and storytelling. They will appreciate Snyder’s practical advice and structured approach. Comparable works include Joseph Campbell's The Hero with a Thousand Faces and Robert McKee’s Story, which also focus on narrative structure and writing techniques.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

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Values/Ideas: Literature
Values/Ideas: Art
Values/Ideas: Fame
Topics
Arts / Culture
Education