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I would absolutely recommend The Working Actor not only to those thinking of trying a career in film and TV but to those of us who need to reevaluate our situations, give ourselves a kick in the ass, discover something new or be reminded of what we were doing that was working for us before. It is so much fun to read. \u003cbr\u003e -\u003cb\u003eKurtwood Smith\u003c\/b\u003e (That '70s Show) \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Anytime anyone asks me what they need to do as a new actor, I'll tell them, \"Buy a copy of The Working Actor and read the hell out of it!\" This is a gutsy, funny, straightforward, bawdy, and indispensable book. \u003cbr\u003e -\u003cb\u003eJim Beaver\u003c\/b\u003e (Deadwood, Justified, Supernatural) \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Get off your ass!! Pat Skipper's wonderful book is a feast of useful information and entertaining stories that will help any actor, new or seasoned, be a better actor, and with a little work, a better human being. Do something! 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