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  • The Story Series, Book 1
  • By: David Baboulene
  • Narrated by: David Baboulene
  • Length: 11 hrs and 38 mins

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Summary

Book one in the five books of the Story Series by author, scriptwriter, story consultant, and PhD scholar of narrative theory David Baboulene.

The author helps you to understand what makes stories that grip.

With invaluable new thinking on subtext plus insights on story success from:

  • Bob Gale—legendary Hollywood scriptwriter and producer of the Back to the Future trilogy.
  • Lee Child—16 million Jack Reacher novels sold in 43 countries and 29 languages.
  • Willy Russell—celebrated playwright and filmmaker of classics such as Shirley Valentine, Educating Rita, Blood Brothers.
  • John Sullivan—television comedy writing legend—Only Fools and Horses, Citizen Smith, Just Good Friends.

Simply a must-listen for anyone wanting to understand how to turn ideas into stories that sell.

©2010 David Baboulene (P)2022 David Baboulene

Critic reviews

“Receiving a publishing deal was a dream turned reality, and The Story Book helped me obtain this achievement. A practical, yet engaging guide, every writer should listen to. David Baboulene is truly a master when it comes to the science behind storytelling.” (Craig Hinde, director)

"David Baboulene—I did it, and you’re a heck of a teacher!" (Kerri Cuevas, author of Deadly Kisses)

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