The Comedy Bible: From Stand-up to Sitcom--The Comedy Writer's Ultimate "How To" Guide
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| Rating | : | 4.55 (620 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0743201256 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 368 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-10-02 |
| Language | : | English |
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Written in Carter’s unique, take-no-prisoners voice, The Comedy Bible is practical, inspirational, and funny.. Judy Carter, guru to aspiring comedy writers and stand-up comics, tells all about the biz of being funny and writing funny in this bright, entertaining, and totally practical guide on how to draw humor from your life and turn it into a career.Do you think you’re funny? Do you want to turn your sense of humor into a career? If the answer is yes, then Judy Carter’s The Comedy Bible is for you. And, perhaps most important, Carter explains how to take a finished product to the next level—making money—by pitching it to a buyer and negotiating a contract. Using the hands-on workbook format that was so effective in her bestselling first book, Stand-Up Comedy: The Book, Carter offers a series of day-by-day exercises that draw on her many years as a successful stand-up comic and the head of a nationally known comedy school. Also included are practical tips and advice from today’s top comedy professionals&m
Her message of using comedy techniques to decrease cubicle stress makes Carter an in-demand speaker for Fortune 500 companies where her keynotes entertain and inspire. . About the AuthorJudy Carter is an author, speaking/comedy coach, and speaker
Good Resource I don't believe that anyone can teach a person how to be funny.I believe funny is a combination of natural talent and experience.However, I do believe that people who have studied an art form and people who have lived that art form can teach those new to the craft some important lessons. I've found the lessons in thi. Great book and seemingly it does not hurt your unique way as a comedian PZ great book! yes, it does sound like someone is trying to impose cliche methods of thinking on an aspiring comic, but hey, as judy wisely points out, it's necessary to learn the structure of the craft. so i would say, once you do learn the craft, you can move away from judy's cliches and find your voice. i mean, i see. I love it! This is an outstanding book on the basics of humor. This is an outstanding book on the basics of humor. It is a delightful read and chocked full of great information. This book would be excellent for someone wanting to learn more about comedy, comedians who are just getting started, or experienced comedians. It has something for anyone looking for information about co
. Judy Carter is an author, speaking/comedy coach, and speaker. Her message of using comedy techniques to decrease cubicle stress makes Carter an in-demand speaker for Fortune 500 companies where her keynotes entertain and inspire