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Comedy Writing Self-Taught - by Gene Perret (Paperback)

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  • Comedy writing is an acquired skill.
  • Author(s): Gene Perret
  • 175 Pages
  • Performing Arts, Comedy

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About the Book



Comedy writing is an acquired skill. No one is born a comedy writer. The desire may be there from an early age, but the techniques must be learned, developed, and honed. Fortunately, the best teachers are readily available. They are the comics of the past and present, the television shows you see daily, both current versions and reruns. They provide your Ph.D. course in humor writing. In "Comedy Writing Self-Taught," Gene Perret, a three-time Emmy Award-winner and former head writer for Bob Hope and Phyllis Diller, teaches you how to teach yourself comedy writing techniques by observing, analyzing, and replicating those who have already mastered the skills. This book not only guides you in selecting the appropriate mentors for your writing and helps you decide what to look for in your studies, it also offers drills and exercises that will develop your creativity. A companion volume, "Comedy Writing Self-Taught Workbook," provides even more exercises and writing workouts. Whether you're writing stand-up routines, TV sketches, or sitcoms, this book clues you in to the fastest, most convenient way to teach yourself the skills you'll need. You'll do the watching, studying, and learning. You'll do the work -- and it will require work -- but you'll also reap the generous rewards, and have fun while teaching yourself to write comedy.



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Comedy writing is an acquired skill. No one is born a comedy writer. The desire may be there from an early age, but the techniques must be learned, developed, and honed. Fortunately, the best teachers are readily available. They are the comics of the past and present, the television shows you see daily, both current versions and reruns. They provide your Ph.D. course in humor writing. In "Comedy Writing Self-Taught," Gene Perret, a three-time Emmy Award-winner and former head writer for Bob Hope and Phyllis Diller, teaches you how to teach yourself comedy writing techniques by observing, analyzing, and replicating those who have already mastered the skills. This book not only guides you in selecting the appropriate mentors for your writing and helps you decide what to look for in your studies, it also offers drills and exercises that will develop your creativity. A companion volume, "Comedy Writing Self-Taught Workbook," provides even more exercises and writing workouts. Whether you're writing stand-up routines, TV sketches, or sitcoms, this book clues you in to the fastest, most convenient way to teach yourself the skills you'll need. You'll do the watching, studying, and learning. You'll do the work -- and it will require work -- but you'll also reap the generous rewards, and have fun while teaching yourself to write comedy.



Review Quotes




Exceptionally well written, organized and presented, "Comedy Writing Self-Taught" should be considered a must for all aspiring comedians, as well as novice writers trying to write jokes and comedic ideas for those comedians. --Midwest Book Review

A must for any comedy writer who wants more of a workbook approach to learning, along with industry specifics. --California Bookwatch

Any would-be comedy writer -- especially those just starting out in the genre -- need this and its accompanying workbook. --The Bookwatch
Dimensions (Overall): 9.3 Inches (H) x 5.8 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)
Weight: .5 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 175
Genre: Performing Arts
Sub-Genre: Comedy
Publisher: Quill Driver Books
Format: Paperback
Author: Gene Perret
Language: English
Street Date: January 15, 2015
TCIN: 82936971
UPC: 9781610352208
Item Number (DPCI): 247-07-0610
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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