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    Summary of Scott Dikkers's How to Write Funny
    Summary of Scott Dikkers's How to Write Funny
    Summary of Scott Dikkers's How to Write Funny
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    Summary of Scott Dikkers's How to Write Funny

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    Listen to the Summary of Scott Dikkers's How to Write Funny in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "How to Write Funny" by Scott Dikkers is a comprehensive guide to the craft of humor writing. It explores the challenge of eliciting laughter through text, devoid of the auditory and visual cues present in live comedy. The book presents various theories of humor, such as the "benign violation" and the relatable yet overwhelmed character, but focuses on written humor. Dikkers, who evolved from a shy individual to a celebrated humor writer, shares knowledge-based tools for creating humor that resonates with a broad audience. He emphasizes the importance of a solid foundation, starting with a single-line joke or concept, and building upon it...

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMilkyway Media
    Release dateFeb 7, 2024
    ISBN9798868711152
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