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People climbing books

 
The Actor's Encyclopedia of Casting Directors
      Compiled By: Karen Kondazian
                     Description: Collection of interveiws with casting directors. Listing great information and tips for auditions, getting seen, and tips on how to live as an actor. A must read! (One of my favorites!)
 
Audition- Everything an Actor needs to know to get the Part
      By: Michael Shurtleff
                    Description: The author breaks down the book into 12 guidposts for auditioning and acting in general. I have found his method quite helpful.
 
Casting Q's
    By: Bonnie Gillespie
 
Acting is Everything
   By: Judy Kerr
                   Description: Judy Kerr is very informative. This is a MUST have book for anyone making the move out to LA in general or for pilot season. It includes everything to help you have a successful career in LA.
 
Monologue books:
 
Audition Speeches- For 6-16 year olds
     Compiled By: Jean Marlow
                   Description: One of my two favorite monologue books!
 
Monologues for Young Actors
     Compiled by: Lorraine Cohen
                   Description: My other favorite monologue book!

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