New edition of the popular screenwriting guide! "Writing Television Sitcoms" is the ultimate all-in-one guide to writing a funny script, pitching a new show, and launching a successful career. AS digital technology reshapes the television industry, this new and expanded edition explains how today"s writers can get ahead of the curve. Features include: A complete description of premise-driven comedy, a proven method for "writing funny from the ground up" Numerous examples from new and classic shows; Advice from top writer-producers; A thorough look at how sitcom story models are changing; Complete script layout guidelines for all three formats; Tips on how new-media developments can help you break into the business.