Books

Acting In Young Hollywood

Top talent manager Frederick Levy, a leading expert in developing young talent, offers practical advice and much-needed encouragement to steer today's performing youth toward the career of their dreams.

Hannah Montana, iCarly, Gossip Girl, High School Musical: all of these franchises are part of the evergreen, ever-growing empire that is Young Hollywood. There has never been a better time for aspiring kid and teen actors to break into show business--but the path to stardom can be notoriously harsh. Enter Frederick Levy, a veteran talent manager and sympathetic advocate for young stage and screen actors across the country. Speaking to them on their own level, Levy advises young people on everything from headshots and reels to the role of agents, managers, and parents to auditions and booking a job. Filled with inspiring anecdotes about the biz, this book entertains readers while offering sound, proven advice from not only the author, but also other actors, acting coaches, agents, and casting directors. In addition, Levy provides a comprehensive appendix filled with contact information for talent agencies, management companies, unions, studios, and more.

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15 Minutes of Fame: Becoming a Star in the YouTube Revolution

You spend more hours watching online videos than TV. You've been captivated by each episode of LonelyGirl15, and you've watched as people like BaratsandBereta and The Bathroom Girl went from the monitor to the media practically overnight. You can't help but think, "Hey! I could do that!"

It's not easy to get noticed with all the millions of videos on YouTube. In 15 Minutes of Fame, Hollywood producer Frederick Levy teaches you the best ways to use YouTube and its networking features to make your video stand out. Chock-full of stories, anecdotes, and advice from the "who's who" of YouTube, this fascinating, four-color guide will help you get your15 minutes of fame.

So turn on your camera and get ready for your close up...you just may be the next YouTube star!

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Short Films 101 (Chinese)

Chinese language edition of the popular book Short Films 101 by Frederick Levy.

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Short Films 101

Shoot it. Promote it. Sell it. And make it--in Hollywood.

Creating a great short film and getting it in front of the right people can jump-start a career in Hollywood. This is the book that shows every aspiring filmmaker how to do it. This authoritative handbook offers a step-by-step guide through the entire creative process of shooting your short, as well as expert advice from established filmmakers, and a final game plan for promoting and selling the film once you've got it in the can.

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The Hollywood Way

No one can get to the top of the game by sitting at their desk and waiting for a career break. Frederick Levy refused to wait around and now he's a successful VP at a major production company, an instructor at USC, and he's written three books. Here, in The Hollywood Way, he shows you how you can use the methods and strategies of Hollywood to reach the top of your field.

Levy's wide-ranging and easy-to-implement tips are applicable to every career, from the mailroom to the boardroom. The only requirement is you must be looking to become first in the pack and move ahead of the curve. The Hollywood Way includes advice about:

Managing your day-to-day duties more effectively, leaving you time to focus on the bigger picture and bigger ideas.
"Networking" and how to do it quickly, seamlessly, and in a way that leaves people hoping you'll call them.
Organizational ideas you'll be able to use right away.

Levy has also culled tips and advice from a wide range of Hollywood power players, including Kevin Williamson, writer of Scream and creator of Dawson's Creek; Bruce Cohen, Oscar-winning producer of American Beauty; and Bryan SInger, director of X-Men and The Usual Suspects.

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The Ultimate Boy Band Book

Boy bands are back, and they're back with a vengeance! These talented young singers are tearin' up the pop charts--and stealing the hearts of millions of fans--with their infectious grooves and hot dance moves. Whether their songs have an Irish flair or a Motown influence, these guy groups have conquered America and the world!

Industry insider Frederick Levy examines the whole boy band phenomenon, with an in-depth look at today's hottest music acts, including Backstreet Boys, Boyzone, 5ive, LFO, The Moffatts, 98°, 'N Sync, and many more. Featuring all-new interviews with your favorite groups, profiles of individual band members, a color photo insert, and tons of trivia, this book is a must-have for any true boy band fanatic!

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Hollywood 101

No one can get to the top of the game by sitting at their desk and waiting for a career break. Frederick Levy refused to wait around and now he's a successful VP at a major production company, an instructor at USC, and he's written three books. Here, in The Hollywood Way, he shows you how you can use the methods and strategies of Hollywood to reach the top of your field.

Levy's wide-ranging and easy-to-implement tips are applicable to every career, from the mailroom to the boardroom. The only requirement is you must be looking to become first in the pack and move ahead of the curve. The Hollywood Way includes advice about:

Managing your day-to-day duties more effectively, leaving you time to focus on the bigger picture and bigger ideas.
"Networking" and how to do it quickly, seamlessly, and in a way that leaves people hoping you'll call them.
Organizational ideas you'll be able to use right away.

Levy has also culled tips and advice from a wide range of Hollywood power players, including Kevin Williamson, writer of Scream and creator of Dawson's Creek Bruce Cohen, Oscar-winning producer of American Beauty and Bryan SInger, director of X-Men and The Usual Suspects.