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It's Not TV

Book • 2007
This book provides fresh insights into HBO's role in redefining television through its pioneering shows like 'The Sopranos', 'The Wire', and 'Sex and the City'.

It examines the production process, brand creation, and HBO's position as a market leader and technological innovator.

The essays highlight unique aspects of the 'HBO effect' and explore new perspectives on contemporary television.

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Mentioned by Nilay Patel as a detailed account of HBO's rise and future.
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HBO's no good very bad rebrand
Recommended in the end notes as additional material.
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Netflix and the Fall of Television | To the Max | 3
Written by Felix Gillette and John Koblin , exploring HBO's history, evolution, and future.
How HBO’s creatives survived corporate chaos

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