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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Comedy Writing (Complete Idiot's Guides)
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Comedy is serious business-and serious money. In this guide, comedian, writer, and teacher Jim Mendrinos explains the principles of comedy and how to apply them to forms from stand-up to sitcoms- including fiction, film, speeches, articles, essays, and more. He also includes exercises designed to hone the craft, break through writer's block, and tailor a piece to its intended audience. Synopsis:Comedy is serious business--and serious money--with the help of this book. Comedian Mendrinos includes exercises designed to hone the craft, break through writer's block, and tailor a piece to its intended audience.
About the AuthorJames Mendrinos is a New York-based writer and comedian and long time comedy writing teacher for the Gotham Writer’s Workshops. He is a former touring stand-up comic, working with Chris Rock, Colin Quinn, and Sam Kinison, and has appeared on Comedy Central. He was the sole writer for USA Network Presents: The Problem Child, starring Gilbert Gottfried, and has written and contributed to numerous other network projects for MTV, NBC, and more. He is also an active writer for film and stage, including many film options and over 60 stage productions in New York City. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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