This remarkable and brilliant book really gives the tools needed to write a successful screenplay. Not only that, it is written in such a clear and exciting way that it is difficult to put down. He starts with The Story-Type Method. He discusses the Three-Act Structure and the difference between Plot-led, Character-led and Theme-led stories, and introduces a new approach to story structure. A little later he introduces an extremely useful psychological theory called The Hierarchy of Needs, proposed by Maslow in 1943, and applies it to screenwriting where it can be a framework to help us to think about the key elements of story design. His application is absolutely fascinating. Emmanuel writes in a wonderfully conversational way, I feel that he is here, talking to me, like a friend. I learnt from page one and could not stop. All aspects of structure are analysed and explained, interesting case studies are given, and we are encouraged to have a go, to design a scene, and to check the result with his help. And, he gives pointers for the making of a pitch when we set about selling the story. All I can say to Emmanuel is thank you for this practical and inspirational book.