Help for Writers
ELEMENTS OF STYLE by William Strunk & E.B. White
One of the best books for writers
The classic style manual's unique tone, wit and charm have conveyed the principles of English style to millions of readers.
One of the best books for writers
The classic style manual's unique tone, wit and charm have conveyed the principles of English style to millions of readers.
THE SCREENWRITER'S BIBLE 7TH EDITION: A
COMPLETE GUIDE TO WRITING, FORMATTING, AND SELLING YOUR SCRIPT by David Trottier
The "Screenwriter's Bible" is one of the most popular, authoritative, and useful books on screenwriting. A standard by which other screenwriting books are measured.
This 7th edition marks the 25th anniversary of one of the most popular, authoritative, and useful books on screenwriting. A standard by which other screenwriting books are measured, it has sold over 340,000 copies in its twenty-five-year life. Always up-to-date and reliable, it contains everything that both the budding and working screenwriter need under one cover -- five books in one! A Screenwriting Primer -- that provides a concise course in screenwriting basics; A Screenwriting Workbook -- that walks you through the complete writing process, from nascent ideas through final revisions; A Formatting Guide -- that thoroughly covers todays correct formats for screenplays and TV scripts; A Spec Writing Guide -- that demonstrates todays spec style through sample scenes and analysis, with an emphasis on grabbing the readers interest in the first ten pages; A Sales and Marketing Guide -- that presents proven strategies to help you create a laser-sharp marketing plan. Among this books wealth of practical information are sample query letters, useful worksheets and checklists, hundreds of examples, sample scenes, and straightforward explanations of screenwriting fundamentals. The 7th edition is full of new examples, the latest practices, and new material on non-traditional screenplay outlets.
COMPLETE GUIDE TO WRITING, FORMATTING, AND SELLING YOUR SCRIPT by David Trottier
The "Screenwriter's Bible" is one of the most popular, authoritative, and useful books on screenwriting. A standard by which other screenwriting books are measured.
This 7th edition marks the 25th anniversary of one of the most popular, authoritative, and useful books on screenwriting. A standard by which other screenwriting books are measured, it has sold over 340,000 copies in its twenty-five-year life. Always up-to-date and reliable, it contains everything that both the budding and working screenwriter need under one cover -- five books in one! A Screenwriting Primer -- that provides a concise course in screenwriting basics; A Screenwriting Workbook -- that walks you through the complete writing process, from nascent ideas through final revisions; A Formatting Guide -- that thoroughly covers todays correct formats for screenplays and TV scripts; A Spec Writing Guide -- that demonstrates todays spec style through sample scenes and analysis, with an emphasis on grabbing the readers interest in the first ten pages; A Sales and Marketing Guide -- that presents proven strategies to help you create a laser-sharp marketing plan. Among this books wealth of practical information are sample query letters, useful worksheets and checklists, hundreds of examples, sample scenes, and straightforward explanations of screenwriting fundamentals. The 7th edition is full of new examples, the latest practices, and new material on non-traditional screenplay outlets.
THE HOLLYWOOD PITCHING BIBLE by Douglas J. Eboch, Ken Aguado
From choosing the right idea, to selling it in the room, this book tells you how it’s done, in clear language, suitable for the beginner or the seasoned Hollywood professional. With decades of combined experience working in Hollywood as buyer, seller and teacher, the authors have created the definitive book that will demystify the pitching process, supported by a reasoned, logical point of view and supported by numerous specific examples. If you want to work in the Hollywood creative
community, you must know how to pitch. This book will show you how to succeed.
Finally, a book that tells the truth about the art of pitching in Hollywood. “The Hollywood Pitching Bible: A Practical Guide to Pitching Movies and Television” breaks it down, step by step. From choosing the right idea, to selling it in the room, this book tells you how it’s done, in clear language, suitable for the beginner or the seasoned Hollywood professional. With decades of combined experience working in Hollywood as buyer, seller and teacher, the authors have created the definitive book that will demystify the pitching process, supported by a reasoned, logical point of view and supported by numerous specific examples. If you want to work in the Hollywood creative community, you must know how to pitch. This book will show you how to succeed.
Finally, a book that tells the truth about the art of pitching in Hollywood. “The Hollywood Pitching Bible: A Practical Guide to Pitching Movies and Television” breaks it down, step by step. From choosing the right idea, to selling it in the room, this book tells you how it’s done, in clear language, suitable for the beginner or the seasoned Hollywood professional. With decades of combined experience working in Hollywood as buyer, seller and teacher, the authors have created the definitive book that will demystify the pitching process, supported by a reasoned, logical point of view and supported by numerous specific examples. If you want to work in the Hollywood creative community, you must know how to pitch. This book will show you how to succeed.
From choosing the right idea, to selling it in the room, this book tells you how it’s done, in clear language, suitable for the beginner or the seasoned Hollywood professional. With decades of combined experience working in Hollywood as buyer, seller and teacher, the authors have created the definitive book that will demystify the pitching process, supported by a reasoned, logical point of view and supported by numerous specific examples. If you want to work in the Hollywood creative
community, you must know how to pitch. This book will show you how to succeed.
Finally, a book that tells the truth about the art of pitching in Hollywood. “The Hollywood Pitching Bible: A Practical Guide to Pitching Movies and Television” breaks it down, step by step. From choosing the right idea, to selling it in the room, this book tells you how it’s done, in clear language, suitable for the beginner or the seasoned Hollywood professional. With decades of combined experience working in Hollywood as buyer, seller and teacher, the authors have created the definitive book that will demystify the pitching process, supported by a reasoned, logical point of view and supported by numerous specific examples. If you want to work in the Hollywood creative community, you must know how to pitch. This book will show you how to succeed.
Finally, a book that tells the truth about the art of pitching in Hollywood. “The Hollywood Pitching Bible: A Practical Guide to Pitching Movies and Television” breaks it down, step by step. From choosing the right idea, to selling it in the room, this book tells you how it’s done, in clear language, suitable for the beginner or the seasoned Hollywood professional. With decades of combined experience working in Hollywood as buyer, seller and teacher, the authors have created the definitive book that will demystify the pitching process, supported by a reasoned, logical point of view and supported by numerous specific examples. If you want to work in the Hollywood creative community, you must know how to pitch. This book will show you how to succeed.
THE ARTIST'S WAY by HYPERLINK "https://www.amazon.co.uk/Julia-Cameron/e/B000AQ2R2S/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1"Julia Cameron
The Artist's Way Starter Kit includes Cameron's two most important Artist's Way tools-The Artist's Way and The Artist's Way Morning Pages Journal-bound together for a bargain price. This attractive package-shrink-wrapped and with a bellyband-will inspire anyone contemplating beginning the Artist's Way program to plunge right into this life-changing twelve-week program!
The Artist's Way Starter Kit includes Cameron's two most important Artist's Way tools-The Artist's Way and The Artist's Way Morning Pages Journal-bound together for a bargain price. This attractive package-shrink-wrapped and with a bellyband-will inspire anyone contemplating beginning the Artist's Way program to plunge right into this life-changing twelve-week program!
FINAL DRAFT SOFTWARE https://www.finaldraft.com/
For over 35 years Final Draft has been the industry standard and market leader in screenwriting software. Used by 95% of film and television productions, Final Draft is the first choice for both professional and aspiring screenwriters, producers, directors, and industry executives.
MOVIE MAGIC SCREENWRITER https://www.write-bros.com/movie-magic-screenwriter.html
An award-winning screenwriting software that formats movies, television, novels, stage plays and even comic book scripts, making it the only program for all types of creative writing. Format your script and outline it, too, now powered by NaviDoc™ technology, an innovative system that displays your script alongside an outline, scene cards, notes and bookmarks, this scriptwriting software has a screenwriter's mind, a production assistant's heart, and a programmer's envy!
An award-winning screenwriting software that formats movies, television, novels, stage plays and even comic book scripts, making it the only program for all types of creative writing. Format your script and outline it, too, now powered by NaviDoc™ technology, an innovative system that displays your script alongside an outline, scene cards, notes and bookmarks, this scriptwriting software has a screenwriter's mind, a production assistant's heart, and a programmer's envy!
Help for Filmmakers
COMPLETE FILM PRODUCTION HANDBOOK
This book is for working film/TV professionals and students alike. If you're a line producer, production manager, production supervisor, assistant director or production coordinator--the book has everything you'll need (including all the forms, contracts, releases and checklists) to set up and run a production--from finding a production office to turning over delivery elements.
Even if you know what you're doing, you will be thrilled to find everything you need in one place. If you're not already working in film production, but think you'd like to be, read the book -- and then decide. If you choose to pursue this career path, you'll know what to expect, you'll be prepared, and you'll be ten steps ahead of everyone else just starting out.
This book is for working film/TV professionals and students alike. If you're a line producer, production manager, production supervisor, assistant director or production coordinator--the book has everything you'll need (including all the forms, contracts, releases and checklists) to set up and run a production--from finding a production office to turning over delivery elements.
Even if you know what you're doing, you will be thrilled to find everything you need in one place. If you're not already working in film production, but think you'd like to be, read the book -- and then decide. If you choose to pursue this career path, you'll know what to expect, you'll be prepared, and you'll be ten steps ahead of everyone else just starting out.
HOLLYWOOD DRIVE
Hollywood Drive: What it Takes to Break in, Hang in & Make it in the Entertainment Industry is the essential guide to starting and succeeding at a career in film and TV.
Written by a Hollywood insider, Honthaner's invaluable experience and advice will give those attempting to enter and become successful in the entertainment industry the edge they need to stand out among the intense competition.
Because while film school prepares students to write a script, direct a scene and operate a camera, few newcomers enter the job market understanding how this business truly works and how to land a first job-much less succeed in the industry.
Hollywood Drive: What it Takes to Break in, Hang in & Make it in the Entertainment Industry is the essential guide to starting and succeeding at a career in film and TV.
Written by a Hollywood insider, Honthaner's invaluable experience and advice will give those attempting to enter and become successful in the entertainment industry the edge they need to stand out among the intense competition.
Because while film school prepares students to write a script, direct a scene and operate a camera, few newcomers enter the job market understanding how this business truly works and how to land a first job-much less succeed in the industry.
MOVIE MAGIC BUDGETING
Movie Magic Budgeting is an innovative budgeting and cost estimation tool used by production professionals around the world. It features an intuitive, flexible format that allows users to create and edit comprehensive budgets of all sizes, for all types of productions.
Movie Magic Budgeting is an innovative budgeting and cost estimation tool used by production professionals around the world. It features an intuitive, flexible format that allows users to create and edit comprehensive budgets of all sizes, for all types of productions.
MOVIE MAGIC SCHEDULING
Movie Magic Scheduling is a software solution that thinks the way schedulers think, featuring powerful new tools that provide increased flexibility and versatility in the way schedules can be created and viewed.
Movie Magic Scheduling is a software solution that thinks the way schedulers think, featuring powerful new tools that provide increased flexibility and versatility in the way schedules can be created and viewed.
SHOWBIZ BUDGETING
Showbiz Budgeting allows production accountants, production managers and independent producers to create all types of budgets for film, TV, commercial, music video, web series and corporate video. But it’s not just a simple budgeting program. Unlike other production budgeting products on the market, this one actualizes, so you can see exactly what you’ve spent and how it affects your overall budget.
Showbiz Budgeting allows production accountants, production managers and independent producers to create all types of budgets for film, TV, commercial, music video, web series and corporate video. But it’s not just a simple budgeting program. Unlike other production budgeting products on the market, this one actualizes, so you can see exactly what you’ve spent and how it affects your overall budget.
SHOWBIZ LABOR GUIDE
When you’re preparing your budget, the last thing you want to do is call 20 different local union offices looking for rates. Now you don’t have to: just point and click on any Union or Guild to quickly find the hourly, daily, weekly or flat rate for almost anyone in the industry, along with guarantees and Overtime provisions. Using our proprietary, searchable database will not only speed up the budgeting process, it will make your budget more accurate than ever.
When you’re preparing your budget, the last thing you want to do is call 20 different local union offices looking for rates. Now you don’t have to: just point and click on any Union or Guild to quickly find the hourly, daily, weekly or flat rate for almost anyone in the industry, along with guarantees and Overtime provisions. Using our proprietary, searchable database will not only speed up the budgeting process, it will make your budget more accurate than ever.
GORILLA SOFTWARE
Gorilla Film Production Software puts you in control like nothing else. Every facet of your production — scheduling, budgeting, cast, crew, call sheets, locations, props, profit-sharing, editing notes and even things you haven't thought of — can be administered with ease and precision. With a variety of modules that talk to each other, you'll never have to type the same thing twice. And loads of time- and money-saving features that give you power over every detail.
Gorilla Film Production Software puts you in control like nothing else. Every facet of your production — scheduling, budgeting, cast, crew, call sheets, locations, props, profit-sharing, editing notes and even things you haven't thought of — can be administered with ease and precision. With a variety of modules that talk to each other, you'll never have to type the same thing twice. And loads of time- and money-saving features that give you power over every detail.
Post Production Tools
ADOBE PREMIER PRO
You can edit footage in any format, from 8K to virtual reality. Premiere Pro has native file support, lightweight proxy workflows and faster ProRes HDR to let you work however you want, even on mobile workstations.
You can edit footage in any format, from 8K to virtual reality. Premiere Pro has native file support, lightweight proxy workflows and faster ProRes HDR to let you work however you want, even on mobile workstations.
VEGAS MOVIE STUDIO
Put the struggles to learn video-editing software behind you. VEGAS Movie Studio provides everything you need for serious movie making in an easy-to-learn, yet powerful interface. And featured by Sony's Catalyst Browse, you can manage your clips.
Put the struggles to learn video-editing software behind you. VEGAS Movie Studio provides everything you need for serious movie making in an easy-to-learn, yet powerful interface. And featured by Sony's Catalyst Browse, you can manage your clips.
FINAL CUT PRO
With improved proxy workflows, Final Cut Pro allows you to transcode your full resolution media, take your 4K or 8K projects with you, and seamlessly share libraries with editors anywhere in the world. Plus it features modern machine learning tools that automatically transform your widescreen project into custom sizes for social media
With improved proxy workflows, Final Cut Pro allows you to transcode your full resolution media, take your 4K or 8K projects with you, and seamlessly share libraries with editors anywhere in the world. Plus it features modern machine learning tools that automatically transform your widescreen project into custom sizes for social media
SCREENWRITING FOR DUMMIES by Laura Schellhar
Behind every blockbuster film and binge-worthy show, there’s a screenwriter―and that writer could be you! Turn your brainstorming sessions into dynamic scripts with the help of Screenwriting For Dummies. Create believable worlds with relatable characters, gripping dialogue, and narrative structures that will keep even the showbiz bigwigs on the edge of their seats. Once you’ve polished your product, it’s time to bring it to market. This book is full of advice that will help you get eyes on your screenplays so you can sell your work and find success as a screenwriter. From web series to movie musicals to feature films, this book shows you how to develop and hone your craft.
- Learn to think like a screenwriter and turn story ideas into visually driven, relatable scripts that will get noticed
- Study the elements of a story, like plot structure (beginning, middle, and end) and characterization (wait, who’s that, again?)
- Hop over the hurdle of writer’s block, and tackle other obstacles that stand in the way of your scriptwriting career
- Get insider insight into finding an agent and meeting with studio execs, plus alternative markets for your finished work
This updated edition covers the latest trends and opportunities―and there are lots of them―for today’s writers. Let Dummies help you map out your story and put your script on the road to production. Thank us when your work goes viral!
THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO SCREENWRITING by Syd Field
Acclaimed writer and director, tells you step-by-step how to identify and fix common screenwriting problems, providing the professional secrets that make films brilliant - secrets that can make your screenplay a success. He provides easily understood guidelines for writing a screenplay, from concept to finished product. The art of film-writing is made accessible to novices and helps practiced writers improve their scripts, as the author pinpoints stylistic and structural elements such as characterisation and plot. Tips and techniques on what to do after your screenplay has been completed and much more are all here. There are also practical examples from films which Syd Field has collaborated on such as Lord of the Rings, American Beauty and The Pianist. Written for all levels of screenwriters, this is an indispensable reference book for anyone who wants to make money as a great screenwriter.
Acclaimed writer and director, tells you step-by-step how to identify and fix common screenwriting problems, providing the professional secrets that make films brilliant - secrets that can make your screenplay a success. He provides easily understood guidelines for writing a screenplay, from concept to finished product. The art of film-writing is made accessible to novices and helps practiced writers improve their scripts, as the author pinpoints stylistic and structural elements such as characterisation and plot. Tips and techniques on what to do after your screenplay has been completed and much more are all here. There are also practical examples from films which Syd Field has collaborated on such as Lord of the Rings, American Beauty and The Pianist. Written for all levels of screenwriters, this is an indispensable reference book for anyone who wants to make money as a great screenwriter.
WANT DO GET: A SCREENWRITERS MANUAL by Merlin Goldman
Want Do Get is a comprehensive guide to writing better screenplays. It contains many useful tools and techniques that will help any writer to produce more entertaining and well-structured scripts. Readers will also find it a useful guide for other types of storytelling, such as plays and novels.
WRITING TV SCRIPTS THAT GET NOTICED IN DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENTS OnDemand Webinar
Every agency, production company, network and studio has a development department. “D-Girls” (folks, men and women, who work in Development), are the “threshold guardians” you’ll need to impress in order to climb up the ladder to achieve a “Recommend” on your material. These dedicated professionals are on a mission to find material that will bring both financial and critical success to their companies. Make sure that your script or manuscript meets the standards these “D-Girls” require. Arm yourself with insider knowledge now so your material does not end up with a “Pass.” (https://writersstore.com)
WRITING BETTER LYRICS By Pat Pattison
The must-have guide for songwriters, revised and updated with expanded chapters, 50 fun songwriting exercises, and examples from more than 20 chart-toppings songs.
A staple for songwriters for nearly two decades, Writing Better Lyrics provides effective tools for everything from generating ideas, to understanding the form and function of a song, to fine-tuning lyrics.
Perfect for new and experienced songwriters alike, this time-tested classic covers the basics in addition to more advanced techniques. Songwriters will discover:
• How to use sense-bound imagery to enhance a song’s emotional impact on listeners
• Techniques for avoiding clichés and creating imaginative metaphors and similes
• Ways to use repetition as an asset
• How to successfully manipulate meter
• Instruction for matching lyrics with music
• Ways to build on ideas and generate effective titles
• Advice for working with a co-writer
Writing Better Lyrics gives you all of the professional and creative insight you need to write powerful lyrics and put your songs in the spotlight where they belong.
The must-have guide for songwriters, revised and updated with expanded chapters, 50 fun songwriting exercises, and examples from more than 20 chart-toppings songs.
A staple for songwriters for nearly two decades, Writing Better Lyrics provides effective tools for everything from generating ideas, to understanding the form and function of a song, to fine-tuning lyrics.
Perfect for new and experienced songwriters alike, this time-tested classic covers the basics in addition to more advanced techniques. Songwriters will discover:
• How to use sense-bound imagery to enhance a song’s emotional impact on listeners
• Techniques for avoiding clichés and creating imaginative metaphors and similes
• Ways to use repetition as an asset
• How to successfully manipulate meter
• Instruction for matching lyrics with music
• Ways to build on ideas and generate effective titles
• Advice for working with a co-writer
Writing Better Lyrics gives you all of the professional and creative insight you need to write powerful lyrics and put your songs in the spotlight where they belong.
SOFTWARE
BOOKS
WRITER DUET https://www.writerduet.com/
Plan, write, and share with the industry-standard software used by over 2 million screenwriters, TV shows, and blockbusters
Plan, write, and share with the industry-standard software used by over 2 million screenwriters, TV shows, and blockbusters
TRELBY https://trelby.org/
A free, multiplatform, feature-rich screenwriting program!
Trelby is simple, fast and elegantly laid out to make screenwriting simple. It is infinitely configurable.
A free, multiplatform, feature-rich screenwriting program!
Trelby is simple, fast and elegantly laid out to make screenwriting simple. It is infinitely configurable.
FADE IN https://www.fadeinpro.com/
Fade In Professional Screenwriting Software is the most advanced software used by professionals writing for motion pictures, television, video games, the stage, radio, and more.
It features support for multiple languages, tools for outlining, organizing, and navigating, plus extensive screenplay formatting and robust functionality for managing rewrites and revisions
Fade In Professional Screenwriting Software is the most advanced software used by professionals writing for motion pictures, television, video games, the stage, radio, and more.
It features support for multiple languages, tools for outlining, organizing, and navigating, plus extensive screenplay formatting and robust functionality for managing rewrites and revisions
SCRIVENER https://scrivener.software/
The professional writing program trusted by novelists, screenwriters and academics worldwide. Everything you need to plan, write and publish long-form projects, in one powerful app.
The professional writing program trusted by novelists, screenwriters and academics worldwide. Everything you need to plan, write and publish long-form projects, in one powerful app.
SUDOWRITE https://sudowrite.com/
Use the #1 Creative Writing AI and make writing fun again.The non-judgemental AI writing partner you always wanted.
CELTX https://www.celtx.com/
Screen writing, story development, and production tools for film & TV, and interactive media.
Screen writing, story development, and production tools for film & TV, and interactive media.
ARC STUDIO https://www.arcstudiopro.com/
Arc Studio is the easiest way to outline, write, and edit screenplays and television scripts, for solo-writers, large writing staffs, and everything in between. Free plan gets you started. Our Pro plan takes you further. Free 7-day trial of the Pro plan included.
STORY ARCHITECT https://kitscenarist.ru/en/index.html
Creating screen & stage plays, audio dramas, comics and novels.
Streamlined work with multiple episodes within single project
Advanced character profile, relations plot, map of locations
AI assistant, poster generator, and 20 more new features
SAVE THE CAT by Blake Snyder
One of the best books for screenwriters
Insider’s guide from one of Hollywood’s most successful spec screenwriters. Shows you how to make your script more marketable and satisfying One of the most popular books on high-concept screenwriting.
Blake Snyder tells all in this fast, funny and candid look inside the movie business. Save the Cat is just one of many ironclad rules for making your ideas more marketable and your script more satisfying, including:
⦁ The four elements of every winning logline
⦁ The seven immutable laws of screenplay physics
⦁ The 10 genres that every movie ever made can be categorized by and why they are important to your script
⦁ Why your Hero must serve your Idea
⦁ Mastering the 15 Beats
⦁ Creating the Perfect Beast by using The Board to map 40 scenes with conflict and emotional change
⦁ How to get back on track with proven rules for script repair.
⦁ The four elements of every winning logline. The seven immutable laws of screenplay physics.
This ultimate insiders guide reveals the secrets that none dare admit, told by a showbiz veteran who’s proven that you can sell your script if you can save the cat.
One of the best books for screenwriters
Insider’s guide from one of Hollywood’s most successful spec screenwriters. Shows you how to make your script more marketable and satisfying One of the most popular books on high-concept screenwriting.
Blake Snyder tells all in this fast, funny and candid look inside the movie business. Save the Cat is just one of many ironclad rules for making your ideas more marketable and your script more satisfying, including:
⦁ The four elements of every winning logline
⦁ The seven immutable laws of screenplay physics
⦁ The 10 genres that every movie ever made can be categorized by and why they are important to your script
⦁ Why your Hero must serve your Idea
⦁ Mastering the 15 Beats
⦁ Creating the Perfect Beast by using The Board to map 40 scenes with conflict and emotional change
⦁ How to get back on track with proven rules for script repair.
⦁ The four elements of every winning logline. The seven immutable laws of screenplay physics.
This ultimate insiders guide reveals the secrets that none dare admit, told by a showbiz veteran who’s proven that you can sell your script if you can save the cat.
DaVINCI RESOLVE
DaVinci Resolve is the world’s only solution that combines editing, color correction, visual effects, motion graphics, audio post production and now photo editing all in one software tool! Its elegant, modern interface is fast to learn and easy for new users, yet powerful for professionals. DaVinci Resolve lets you work faster, at a higher quality, because you don’t have to learn multiple apps or switch software for different tasks. You can work with camera original quality images throughout the entire process. It’s like having your own post production studio in a single app! Best of all, by learning DaVinci Resolve, you’re learning how to use the same tools used by Hollywood professionals!
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DaVinci Resolve is the world’s only solution that combines editing, color correction, visual effects, motion graphics, audio post production and now photo editing all in one software tool! Its elegant, modern interface is fast to learn and easy for new users, yet powerful for professionals. DaVinci Resolve lets you work faster, at a higher quality, because you don’t have to learn multiple apps or switch software for different tasks. You can work with camera original quality images throughout the entire process. It’s like having your own post production studio in a single app! Best of all, by learning DaVinci Resolve, you’re learning how to use the same tools used by Hollywood professionals!
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