Peter Desberg: 4 books

Book cover of Now That's Funny!

Now That's Funny!

The Art and Craft of Writing Comedy

by Peter Desberg, Jeffrey Davis
Language: English
Release Date: June 7, 2017

There is a feeling of pure delight that comes from laughing out loud while watching a hilarious movie or a TV show. Yet as funny as these lines may be, they are the work of people you will never see. The magic behind any comedy hit begins when an idea is hatched in the mind of a comedy writer and...
Book cover of Speaking Scared, Sounding Good

Speaking Scared, Sounding Good

Public Speaking for the Private Person

by Peter Desberg
Language: English
Release Date: January 8, 2014

For millions, the idea of public speaking is terrifying--actually ranking ahead of the fear of death. Many books on public speaking promise to turn shy talkers into impressively confident speakers, but Speaking Scared, Sounding Good is different. Written by Dr. Peter Desberg, a practicing psychologist...
Book cover of Show Me the Funny!

Show Me the Funny!

At the Writers' Table with Hollywood's Top Comedy Writers

by Peter Desberg, Jeffrey Davis
Language: English
Release Date: December 14, 2010

Enjoy a unique glimpse into the intelligent and quirky inner workings of the comedic mind! This special e-version of Show Me the Funny! presents 28 top comedy screenwriters--including three bonus interviews not in the original print book--from the revered figures of television's “Golden Age” to today's...
Book cover of Own the Room: Business Presentations that Persuade, Engage, and Get Results
by David Booth, Deborah Shames, Peter Desberg
Language: English
Release Date: August 24, 2009

Don't Just Present. Persuade, Inspire, and Perform! Powerhouse presentations that engage and move your audience Imagine if every presentation received rapt attention and buy-in from the audience. Start getting these results with Own the Room, featuring the renowned Eloqui Method-innovative...
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