{"title":"Patty Lin","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the intriguing works of \u003cstrong\u003ePatty Lin\u003c\/strong\u003e, an accomplished author whose writings delve deep into the realms of biography and memoir. With a captivating approach to storytelling, Patty Lin offers readers an engaging journey into personal experiences and the world of screenwriting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her acclaimed book, \u003cem\u003eEnd Credits\u003c\/em\u003e, Patty shares her unique perspective and insider knowledge of the television industry. This memoir provides an enlightening glimpse into her life as a writer in Hollywood, delighting fans with anecdotes and insights that are both entertaining and educational. Whether you're interested in the nuances of TV writing or simply enjoy a well-crafted life story, \u003cem\u003eEnd Credits\u003c\/em\u003e offers something for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the profound narratives penned by Patty Lin and experience her distinctive voice that blends humour, honesty, and introspection. Perfect for readers seeking inspiration and an authentic narrative, this collection holds the power to both entertain and enlighten. Dive into her work and discover the stories behind the screenplays.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"end-credits-by-patty-lin-9781958506066","title":"End Credits","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA candid and revealing look at life in television, Hollywood, and work in the writer's room, from an insider who wrote for some of the most popular television shows in history — \u003ci\u003eFriends\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eDesperate Housewives\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eBreaking Bad\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEver since Patty Lin retired from television writing at the ripe age of thirty-eight, people have asked her: 'Why would you quit such a cool career?' Especially when they find out she worked on some of the most successful shows in television history. But what if achieving your professional dreams comes at too high a personal cost? That's what Patty Lin started to ask herself after years in the cutthroat TV industry. One minute she was a tourist, begging her way into the audience of \u003ci\u003eLate Night with David Letterman\u003c\/i\u003e. Just a few years later, she was an insider who — through relentless hard work and sacrifice — had earned a seat in the writers' rooms of the hottest TV shows of all time. While writing for \u003ci\u003eFriends\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFreaks and Geeks\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eDesperate Housewives\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eBreaking Bad\u003c\/i\u003e, Patty steeled herself against the indignities of a chaotic, abusive, male-dominated work culture, not just as one of the few women in the room, but as the only Asian person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFunny, eye-opening, and sobering, this inside-Hollywood story will resonate with anyone who has struggled with their work and on their life journey. And it will inspire others to listen to their inner voices and know when it's time to get out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47340776521964,"sku":"9781958506066","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8356513482885.jpg?v=1772168286"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/patty-lin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}