


Genre stories aren’t just a small subset of the films, video games, TV shows, and books that people consume. Most people think genres are simply categories on Netflix or Amazon that provide a helpful guide to making entertainment choices. His new book, Anatomy of Genres, is NOW Available!Ī guide to understanding the major genres of the story world by the legendary writing teacher and author of The Anatomy of Story, John Truby. Based on the lessons in his award-winning class, Great Screenwriting, The Anatomy of Story draws on a broad range of philosophy and mythology, offering fresh techniques and insightful anecdotes alongside Truby’s own unique approach to building an effective, multifaceted narrative. The Anatomy of Story is his long-awaited first book, and it shares all his secrets for writing a compelling script. John Truby is one of the most respected and sought-after story consultants in the film industry, and his students have gone on to pen some of Hollywood’s most successful films, including Sleepless in Seattle, Scream, and Shrek.
