• Jack Rawlins


    To help myself and others write bawdy comedy and humor, I use the tools, tips and techniques of the pros--and I provide lots of good (and some bad) examples. Hey, it's a learning experience for me too.

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James Mendrinos said it: “Words make jokes work.”

Posted on July 28th, 2010 by JJR

Sure, you’ve read it a hundred times, but it’s worth repeating what Mark Twain said, “The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter—it’s the difference between the lightning bug and the lightning.”

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Judy Carter said it: “Spec scripts—don’t try to get a job without one.”

Posted on July 24th, 2010 by JJR

Anyway, if scripting is your goal, start with The Comedy Bible and jump to the chapter titled: “19 Days to Writing Your Sitcom Spec Script.” When you’ve digested all it has to offer and have read the rest of her book, get a copy of The Complete Book of Scriptwriting, by J. Michael Straczynski.

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Comedy and humor writers should profile their audience

Posted on July 19th, 2010 by JJR

Some audiences can handle edgy material, but don’t try it on farm folks in Lancaster, PA. Save it for open mic nights at comedy clubs.

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When you write comedy and humor, sometimes a smile is your only reward

Posted on July 10th, 2010 by JJR

Nothing is worse than a piece that tries heroically for the hearty laugh but stumbles when it’s reaching for the funny bone.

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