The Complete Idiot's Guide to Comedy Writing

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Comedy Writing
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 356
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ISBN-10 : 9781440696206
ISBN-13 : 1440696209
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Book Synopsis The Complete Idiot's Guide to Comedy Writing by : James Mendrinos

Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Comedy Writing written by James Mendrinos and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2004-07-06 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Comedy is serious business—and serious money. In this guide, comedian, writer, and teacher James Mendrinos explains the principles of comedy and how to apply them to forms from stand-up to sitcoms- including fiction, film, speeches, articles, essays, and more. He also includes exercises designed to hone the craft, break through writer’s block, and tailor a piece to its intended audience. In this Complete Idiot’s Guide®, you get: • Foolproof advice for writing scripts, feature films, plays, cartoons, stand-up jokes—even working humor into your presentation at work. • Terrific techniques for brainstorming, free associating, and drafting lists to make your writing better—and funnier. • Stand-up tips on identifying with and writing for your audience and genre. • Navigation tools for the inroads to marketing and selling your comedy.


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