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“At the same time, pick up Sid Field's book on Screenplay. Get a good sense for a simple approach to three-act storytelling.”

Why: It provides a good sense for a simple approach to three-act storytelling.

Screenplay by Syd Field
Guest on The Tim Ferriss Show#831: Frank Miller, Comic Book Legend — Creative Process, The Dark Knight Returns, Sin City, 300, and Much More

“pick up like scott mccloud's book on understanding comics for instance, and see how he breaks down how comics work.”

Why: It helps you see how comics work and how to break down the medium.

Understanding Comics by Scott McCloud
Guest on The Tim Ferriss Show#831: Frank Miller, Comic Book Legend — Creative Process, The Dark Knight Returns, Sin City, 300, and Much More

“George Bridgman. George Bridgman. Yeah. Okay. There's no E in it in Bridgman. There is an E in George, and it's the complete guide to drawing from life.”

Why: He treats the body like a machine, so it's easier to understand.

Complete Guide to Drawing from Life by George Brant Bridgman
Guest on The Tim Ferriss Show#831: Frank Miller, Comic Book Legend — Creative Process, The Dark Knight Returns, Sin City, 300, and Much More