The Everything Guide to Comedy Writing: From stand-up to sketch - all you need to succeed in the world of comedy

About this book

A guy walks into a bar... With this guide aspiring comics will learn to navigate the complex world of comedy writing. Discover how to tap into your natural sense of humor through real-life examples and hands-on skill-building exercises. Learn the best ways to come up with ideas and write comedy that gets laughs--every time! Mike Bent an accomplished stand-up comedian and teacher provides the inside scoop on techniques to jump-start your comedy writing career including how to: Develop comic characters for sketches and scenes Create and polish a standup routine Write for TV and movies Use the web to advance your comedy career Everyone loves a comedian. But breaking into this tough field is no laughing matter. After sharpening your comedy-writing skills with this practical (and funny!) guide youll feel comfortable adding humor to everyday situations and may even take a chance on your dream job in show business!