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The Hollywood Survival Guide - Discount for All D2A Members

All D2A pro level members can purchase a copy of The Hollywood Survival Guide by Kym Jackson- valued at $39.95 at a discount price. D2A negotiates discounts for acting books & programs, acting and audition workshops, headshots, showreel production and many other industry related events. We offer free advertising in lieu of giving you a discount. Check your group (Pro level membes group) for a discount code for Kym Jackson's The Hollywood Survival Guide

(Actor) The Hollywood Survial Guide.

This is a fantatic book, Kym sent me a copy just before Xmas and I have spent hours reading it. As the CEO of D2A I am sent many books to review, and I can honestly say that this is by far the most comprehensive resource of its kind. Kym covers topics that are not found in other books and gives you advice from her own experience as an aspiring Aussie actor in LA. Having found success in LA and been cast in a number of feature films, TV productions and other productions, she has inside experience. Kym has also worked as a casting director, film finance, production and more. Info on finding an agent,visas and auditions. Every actor should read this book. Helen Edwards D2A

To get a $10 discount, add the code to the shopping cart at The Hollywood Survival Guide and make sure you add a review in our directory, to gain bonus points. Points can be used for discounts, freebies and bonuses.

About The Book

Actors so often have a feeling that they could be doing more for their career, but don't know where to begin. Asking others for advice is helpful, but there is so much to learn and unless the advice is coming from a working actor, it may not be completely accurate.

The Hollywood Survival Guide is not only tailored for Aussie actors coming to or in Hollywood, but for actors anywhere who want to become "smart actors" and understand how each facet of the entertainment industry works, and how it affects you as the actor.

The book doesn't only tell you "how it is done," it also explains "why it is done" so that you can form your own opinions on how to best tackle each of the hurdles you encounter in your career within the industry.

About The Author

In the past three years, Kym has performed lead and supporting roles in over twenty professional film and TV projects. Since leaving Australia in 2004 she has worked in casting, production, post-production, film finance, development, and screenwriting. By working in so many aspects of the industry, Kym has gained a unique awareness of what actors do to lose jobs . . . and more importantly, what you can do to book jobs! This book will give you the tools you need to get the career of your dreams in Hollywood.

More information available on IMDB.

Foreword by Tom McSweeney, CSA

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Andy's Got Talent - Auditioned

Byron Bay muso Andy Holm has reached the semifinals of Australia's Got Talent 2012

The 43 year old was one of 64 performers out of the 6000 who auditioned to make it through to the Melbourne semi-finals of the popular Channel 7 talent show which screened this week.

Andy performed original compositions during his audition and his heat in front of the celebrity judges, playing seven differnt instruments.

"You need at least two of the judges to send you through, all three judges sent me." he said

Andy's musical dexterity is even more impressive given that he suffered a life threatening motorbike accident in 2000. He spent a year in a wheelchair and a half on crutches.

Andy said the secret to success on TV talent shows was to understand their format and not be afraid to stand out. "You can't be boring for 20 seconds or you are gone. I came in the Byron rainbow colours, so I already stood out.

Dreams can be achieved with a little commitment