TV series bible format

Hi all,

I am working on assembling a bible for a series I've been developing for nearly a year. Wondering if anyone can answer a few questions about format:

Is there a definitive bible format or does it depend on one's particular situation? (As for my particular situation-- film school grad, some fledgling work writing/directing in the industry so far-- goal is to prepare a good bible and pilot, attach a producer to the project, present to and get backed by a production house, and then present to broadcasters.)

I ask because I've receiving answers ranging from the very minimal: (eg., like this: http://www.ehow.com/how_2147058_write-tv-series-bible.html -- say, 5 pages), to the very expanded:

PerditaDrury said:

The proposed series bible (differing from an ongoing series bible):

Concept page (often called the one-page sell-piece)

The Continuing Characters (Leads)

Overview (Backstory, Setting & Extended Character Description. For the last: leads, supports, recurring characters)

Opening Cuts & Title Credits

Episodes (a half page synopsis of at least the full 13)

Pitch Notes (if it will be pitched in-house)

The proposed series bible is usually between 25-30 pages in length.

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I have worked out the details of my project fairly thoroughly, and could write as much as I need to. Content is not a problem, but of course I'd like to be as short and sweet as possible.

Any advice much appreciated! Also, does anyone know if there are any examples of bibles online? Haven't had any luck finding any so far...

-awtc