The Secrets to Writing Great Comedy: A Teach Yourself Guide (Teach Yourself: General Reference)

Explore the different elements of comedy, using a combination of practical exercises, insight and creative inspiration

Whatever your preferred comic genre, The Secrets to Writing Great Comedy provides valuable guidance on everything from wordplay and visual humor to plots, comedy characters and different styles. A section on performance will help you to hone stand-up skills, while chapters on stage and screen will give techniques and tips on how to craft a sitcom or create a sketch show.