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This is a straightforward, often humorous workbook approach to comedy writing as creative problem-solving. In it, veteran Hollywood comedy writer John Vorhaus offers his tools of the trade to writers, comics, and anyone else who wants to be funny. Among these indispensable tools are Clash of Context, Tension and Release, The Law of Comic Opposites, The Wildly Inappropriate Response, and The Myth of the Last Great Idea. Readers will learn that comedy = truth and pain (the essence of the comic situation), that fear is the biggest roadblock to comedy (kill the ferocious editor within and rich, useful comic ideas will flow), and much more.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best Comedy Writing book out there,
By A Customer
This review is from: Comic Toolbox (Paperback)
I've bought & read a lot of the comedy writing books out there. And I'm always wondering...If they really understand how to write comedy, then why aren't their books funny? I only trust people who are capable of practicing what they preach. VORHAUS PRACTICES WHAT HE PREACHES!!! ... This book IS funny, and he can articulate why. Not just for stand-up, but for any type of comic writing. If you only buy one comedy writing book, this is the one I'd recommend....especially at this price!
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5.0 out of 5 stars
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By "michael@trickboy.com" (By the left big puddle) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Comic Toolbox (Paperback)
This book will teach you step by step how to construct comedy- whether that be a joke, a sketch, or a gag. This book will get you there. Oh it is work... make no mistake, but you WILL be funny. How many books do you own that you can say that about?
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book for ALL branches of comedy,
By Comedy Pro (Michigan) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Comic Toolbox (Paperback)
As a professional comedian I have shelves of books on comedy. I always enjoy exploring new books just in hopes to extract one or two useful bits of information. The comic toolbox has TONS of useful information. I have used many of the author's tools to review and rewrite my current material to make it stronger and in helping me develop new material. The author's writing style is very pleasant and gets to the point in a lighthearted fashion. Whether you are writing comedy for tv, movies, or the stage this book is worth the small investment into your career.
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