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Books About Comedy

The Comedy Bible
Judy Carter
Published in 2001

What type of comedy
What it takes to be a comedian
Getting in the funny zone
The Fear Factor
Exercises
Comedy Buddy
Creating material
Finding your voice
Get noticed
Get Paid

Everybody says to get this book first…but not my favorite.

Joke Writing
Sally Holloway
British Author
2010

Fun Exercises
Redefinitions of words
Joke Webs – Diagrams
Finding the Joke in a News Article

Still reading this one but I am loving it and can’t get enough. It is a fun and a creative read.

Become a Stand-Up Comedian in 1 Week
Michael Young

Day 1 – Learn The Ropes
Day 2 – Develop Material
Day 3 – Make It Funny
Day 4 – Practice
Day 5 – Stage Presence
Day 6 – Refine, Practice and Repeat
Day 7 – Showtime

My favorite book so far … easy read like cliff notes … super simple … great quick crash course in a week which makes it exciting.

How to Quit Your Day Job and be a Full-Time Comedian
Philip Peredo

The copyright thing is annoying every other page
Business of comedy
Organizations, Bookers and Agents
The Greg Wilson – http://www.TheGregWilson.com $30 3hr downloadable course – 5 Stars!! (Video OK but great learning material)
Comedy Quote – Author
“You know you’re a hot mess when the only person buying you drinks all night is yourself.”
― Chelsea Handler

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