Writing Television Sitcoms

With twenty years in the business - as a writer, programming executive, and university instructor - Evan Smith knows what it takes to get from spec script to sitcom success. Here he offers the first published description of Premise-Driven Comedy, the writing method he has developed and popularized; tips from writer-producers who have worked on series from 'Frasier' to 'The Cosby Show' to 'Roseanne;' a complete story outline from the series 'Home Improvement;' explicit advice on how the business works and how to get an agent; and script layout guidelines for all three sitcom formats. Clear, comprehensive, and cutting-edge, this is the true insider's guide to becoming a sitcom writer.