New Guidebook on the Business of Acting Helps Actors Direct Their Careers

PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y. - April 19, 2019 - PRLog -- Author and actor's marketing consultant Joann Perahia has released her debut book, Unabashed Truths the Entertainment Industry Won't Tell You – A Guide to the Business of Acting. In this practical book, Joann shares an insider's perspective on the ins and outs of the business side of the acting industry, complete with step-by-step guides, resources, and questionnaires.

"My goal was to write a practical and easy to understand book that would help not only actors but parents of child actors as they navigate this business that has no rules," Joann said. "I answer the burning questions about the industry that often no one else will answer."

Unabashed Truths includes tips on how to market and promote yourself, what to expect from the audition process, and even questionnaires to help you decide if the acting business is really for you. Joann also shares stories and real-life examples from her own experiences in the industry.

Unabashed Truths The Entertainment Industry Won't Tell You – A Guide to the Business of Acting is available in both paperback and Kindle e-book, from Amazon (https://amzn.to/2Vefsx2) or from Joann's website at https://joannperahia.com/

About Joann Perahia
Joann Perahia quickly learned to navigate the acting industry first hand as she managed the acting careers of her young twin sons, who landed roles in feature films (2012), TV pilots, commercials and other media. She gained further experience as a talent agent's assistant and then launched her own career as a featured background actor, appearing in both film and TV (Madam Secretary, Instinct, Mr. Robot, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel). Joann is a member of SAG/AFTRA. She teaches workshops and is available for consulting in the New York-metro area as well as remotely. Details are at her website at https://joannperahia.com/