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 There's
No Business Like Soul Business: A Spiritual Path to Enlightened
Screenwriting, Filmmaking, and the Performing Arts
“In this book, Derek not
only breaks down all the “rules” of the Hollywood
game — so that you know how it’s played and don’t
get kicked down the field — he also lays out the spiritual
truths that will help you transcend them, tap into your true
power, and fulfill your higher purpose. And that’s just
the first few chapters!” -- Mark Harris, Producer, Crash
(Academy Award for Best Picture) "For
years we’ve been conducting business and creating art
under assumptions about the entertainment industry that are
simply false. When we look at them carefully, we discover
they don't even exist. Derek Rydall, in his important new
book, challenges us to toss them in an instant; exchange them
for a fresh world view whereby we can act and work out of
our own true nature, whole and abundant. He tells us how.
Read this book, do the exercises. Push past the tiredness
that arises as your resistance chants 'It will never work!
It will never change!' Walk right past that clever detractor
and step into a new day." -- Lindsay Crouse, Oscar-nominated
actress, House of Games, The Insider, The Verdict, Places
in the Heart
“Derek Rydall has once again successfully
navigated the depths of Hollywood, and this time we are enlightened
on our spiritual and emotional path toward success. Any artists
working their way through the business will be offered guidance
and strength to help build the foundation necessary to follow
their dreams and passion to obtain their goals. It all starts
with understanding oneself and your emotional connection to
the creative journey. Read this book and let it open your
mind -- as success starts with you.” – Matthew
Rhodes, President, Persistent Entertainment, Producer, An
Unfinished Life, Southland Tales, Passengers
“With this insightful, inspiring and
much needed book, Derek Rydall gently and wisely guides you
through the entire process of creating art that is true to
your own joy and passion, that touches your audience at the
deepest possible level, and which holds the power to change
the world.” - Michael Hauge, script consultant, lecturer,
and author of Writing Screenplays That Sell and Selling Your
Story in 60 Seconds: The Guaranteed Way to Get Your Screenplay
or Novel Read
“Derek Rydall's latest sets out the bold
notion that you don't have to cut out your heart or sell your
soul to work in the entertainment business. It gives encouragement
to all of us who want our careers to advance the higher possibilities
of human nature. Sometimes we feel like we're crying in the
wilderness and it's good to hear a voice telling us to keep
trying.” -- Chris Vogler, best-selling author, “The
Writer’s Journey”
“Derek Rydall has written another remarkable
book. This time he reveals spiritual secrets that will not
only help you connect to your creative unconscious source,
they will put you on the path to your full potential and your
true destiny as an artist. I highly recommend it!" --
James Bonnet, writer, teacher, story consultant, author of
"Stealing Fire from the Gods: The Complete Guide to Story
for Writers and Filmmakers"
“Just a quick perusal of the chapter titles and subheadings
alone was enough to make me want to read this book! It’s
a road map to the creative process that illuminates the game
of Hollywood, helps artists reconcile their desire to be successful
in the industry without losing their spiritual core, unmasks
internal obstacles, and gives you the tools to get out of
the box – and out of your own way. Whether you’re
lost on your artistic journey – or just not making the
time you wish you were – Derek Rydall’s in-depth
exercises and insights will help you master new ways of thinking
to keep you on the path, and on purpose.” -- Heather
Hale, producer, teacher, screenwriter, The Courage to Love
“This book will save any artist the frustrations
we’ve come to believe are part of our lot as creative
beings. Derek Rydall does a brilliant job illuminating the
truth that we are the Captains of Our Ship, and tells us how
to take joyful charge of our fate. We’re not just creators
when we work, we create the opportunities to work -- simply
from how we think, then how we act on our thoughts. We are
powerful beings who have forgotten our power. This book shows
you how to get it back. It should be required reading for
every artist, as actor, director, writer; in any capacity
of creation. Many broken hearts and despair will be avoided
if it is read, and followed. I even boldly suggest that the
mere act of reading this book may change your creative life
in every regard, and lead to the fulfillment of your Heart's
desire.” – Leigh Taylor-Young, Emmy Award Winning
Actress
Rydall's book opens your mind, heart and soul
to the new spiritual consciousness growing in Hollywood today.
A very hip, enlightening journey for anyone who truly loves
movies and making them.” -- Katie Torpey, screenwriter,
The Perfect Man, Truth About Kerry
“If our lives are like movies, Derek
Rydall has given our screenplay the structure we’ll
need to follow our dreams. It’s a soulful journey, loaded
with spiritual
enlightenment and truly a must read for everyone!” --
Eric DelaBarre, Screenwriter – Conversations With God,
Author – WHY NOT: Start Living Your Life Today
"’There's No Business Like Soul
Business’ is an invaluable tool for any creative soul
who wants to channel material the world is waiting for!"
-- Dee Wallace, Actress (E. T., Cujo), Healer, Author &
Teacher
"Derek Rydall understands that true success
comes from deepening ourselves spiritually. Many of the concepts
and exercises in this book can do just that and be useful,
regardless of one's religion or spiritual discipline. They
can help the writer become empowered in an industry that often
leaves writers feeling powerless." Dr. Linda Seger, script
consultant, best-selling author, Making a Good Writer Great
“Derek Rydall writes as one who truly
knows the art of Inner-attainment through entertainment. These
tools and insights are the only sane way to be in the ‘business.’
This book will support and strengthen artists for years to
come.”
– Tina Lifford, Spiritual Coach, Author, co-star Hostage,
Blood Work
“Derek Rydall has just awakened the sleeping
giant. In this simple yet powerful book, Rydall has given
us the tools to unlock the conscious artist within each of
us. This book is our stepping stone to igniting the conscious
media revolution.”
– Matthew Seigel, Producer, “Big Brothers,”
Universal
"All I can say is ‘Oh my God, this
is amazing!’ Derek has come up with another winner…
looking at the often Invisible connection between spirit and
story, and the potential for divine Inspiration, compelling
change and soul growth that film can weave into our lives.
Derek has fashioned a how to, go to, find god in one's work.
He is the pastor, rabbi and guru rolled into one entertaining
book on using god in entertainment. it is really remarkable
... transformative and informative. A must read for anyone
who is looking at their own creative work to change themselves
and change the world.”
–Devorah Cutler-Rubenstein, CEO The Script Broker, President,
Noble House Entertainment, Inc.
“Words cannot describe how impactful this book is! An
absolute "must" for anyone in the entertainment
industry who wants to inject some light and positive change
not only into traditional Hollywood, but with themselves as
well. This is definitely a life-changing read. If you want
to go to the next level in your career and personal life,
this is it! Derek Rydall has the most insight I've ever seen
into helping entertainers and industry professionals find
their true strengths and desires once and for all. He clearly
guides the reader to move forward on their own unique path
with ease and deep understanding. You'll feel a sense of ‘finally
finding home’.”
– Amanda Robinson, President/Founder, The Institute
for Spiritual Entertainment (ISELA)
"In this magnificently inspired book,
Derek Rydall shows you the way to the divine muse within your
own soul. This book rocks and rolls with passion, joy and
enough good will to last through the millennium. You will
not be able to put it down -- it is truly a blueprint for
creating a new paradigm and achieving creative success. Enjoy!"
– Akuyoe Graham, award-winning actor-writer, Spirit
Awakening, The Little Book of Transformation.
"There's No Business Like Soul Business
and Derek Rydall is in the
Business of the Soul," -- Viki King, author "How
To Write A Movie in 21 Days - The Inner Movie Method",
Creative Consultant on "Conversations with God"
the movie.
"At last, a nuts and bolt, step by step
guidebook that teaches you how to survive and prosper in the
soul-less business of show and stay positive and spiritually
balanced along the way. Amen." -- Rich Krevolin, Screenwriting
from the Soul, How To Adapt Anything into a Screenplay.
Derek Rydall has introduced the soul’s
purpose for story-telling and has shown us how to express
this purpose in our work to produce stories that compel and
capture audiences & Hollywood alike on a grand scale.
--- He states that the book was written to inspire “A
change of heart. A change of mind. And a Change of consciousness”
This is true from the very first page…” –
G. Michael Torres, Producer
“This book is a one-of-a-kind treasure
map that will reward you and reward the world with your works
once you follow it and dig below the surface. The greatest
and most successful stories in show business tug at our hearts
because they have soul! Derek Rydall guides you on a step-by-step
journey bringing forth heart and soul through you to your
creative projects. Tapping into this elixir has the alchemical
power to turn your projects into gold and light up the world
along the way.” -- Bill Lae, Writer/Director, SuperGuy:
Behind the Cape
“Derek Rydall's new book is a sparkling
example of what happens when we take the best of the new thought/evolutionary
consciousness movement and mix it with a full career as a
creator and facilitator of pop culture. This book is chock
full of exercises, meditations, tools, tips, tricks and processes
that will help you on your journey to become a more conscious
filmmaker, conscious human, and conscious creator of everything
and everyone around you. If you've wondered "What the
Bleep" and are in on "The Secret," I invite
you to stew in the cosmic juices of Derek's ideas and insights,
then step back and enjoy what comes alive in you.” --
David Brownstein, Hollywood Career Coach, Author, The Cosmic
Mission of Hollywood, A Course in Hollywood Miracles.
“Having been a working Actor, Talent
Agent, Talent Manager and Producer for more than 25 years,
I must say that I found Derek's book to be a refreshing approach
to a profession that can beat you up and shoot you down. Reading
chapter after chapter not only brought me a greater understanding
of self and why I am in this business, but it showed me how
to have a sense of amusement about things that I took so seriously
in the past that I just felt like giving up many times. Stick
with it and remember who you really are. Acting isn't pretending
...acting is telling the truth. And attitude is indeed everything.”
-- Kate Romero, President-CEO Guardian Angel Ent, Host of
Spiritual Hollywood Radio Show, Author, "The End of the
Anonymous Actor.”
“All those books on your nightstand -- visualizing success,
meditating for serenity, writing the great script, breaking
into Hollywood, contributing to the growth of the planet --
put them away and replace them with this! It’s a spiritual
guidebook, an inspiration for artists, a business handbook
-- all this and more. Calling upon his own experiences as
a Hollywood professional, Derek Rydall offers insight, inspiration,
and practical advice to anyone wanting to contribute their
creativity to the enlightenment of the planet, through entertainment
— and get well-deserved rewards and recognition for
it. So take There’s No Business Like Soul Business in
hand and start creating those wonderful stories we all long
to enjoy.” -- Pamela Jaye Smith, author, INNER DRIVES:
How to Write and Create Characters Using the Eight Classic
Centers of Motivation, THE POWER OF THE DARK SIDE: Creating
Great Villains, Dangerous Situations, and Dramatic Conflict.
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