Craig Boyack wraps up the week on Story Empire with a most excellent post on using humor, even in serious plots. His explanations are very helpful, and while I definitely try to use humor in all of my books, I’ve learned more about the various types today. Check it out, and you’ll see what I mean. And then pass it along, folks, as always. Thanks, and thanks to Craig for such a fun, yet informative, post! 🙂
Hi, Gang. Craig with you again, and we’re going to try something different. It won’t work for everyone, but what does in this business?
I’m of the belief that you can’t just bleed for 300 pages. Even in serious tales you have to give the readers a breather. My go-to in those instances is a bit of humor. This can be a snarky comment or an unexpected moment, but something.
With no scientific evidence at all to back me up, I propose that humor might be one of the most planned bits in any story. Even on the written page, delivery is crucial.
I like to start off with a definition, but never found one that suited me. Comedy can involve misunderstanding, absurdity, physical elements, and more. In a novel, it’s more complex than telling a joke.
I’m going to give you a list of common elements. The idea is…
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Thanks for sharing this. It’s about time I read another of Craig’s books!
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Happy to share this one, Trish. It’s a lot of fun, and full of good info, too. And I’m sure Craig will be pleased to know you’re thinking it’s time to read another of his books.
Thanks for stopping by and taking a moment to comment! 🙂
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I enjoyed Craig’s post. Thanks for sharing, Marcia!
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You’re very welcome, Jan. I thought it was pretty entertaining and informative, too! 🙂 Thanks for checking it out. 🙂
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That was so interesting, Marcia. I never considered that comedy has structure and therefore can be crafted. A great share.
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Glad you enjoyed it, Diana. I’d never thought about it from that perspective either, though I do love including funny moments and/or dialogue in my stories. I learned a lot about the subject from Craig’s post, though, and will be looking at it somewhat differently going forward.
Thanks for stopping by! 🙂
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Me too. I love how everyone shares their knowledge. 😀
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We’re part of a great community, aren’t we? I love that aspect, too. And have learned so much from writers and bloggers far more experienced than I. (You being one!) 😀 It’s magic! 🙂
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