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Choosing a funny premise that attracts readers and escalating that premise to hilarity
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Choosing a funny premise that attracts readers and escalating that premise to hilarity

Lesson 1 - Premise & Escalation

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Jun 30, 2024
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Art by Mariam Chagelishvili

Today we learn:

  • What a premise is and how to make a good one

  • The carinal sin of comedy writing

  • How to escalate and build upon an idea

  • The minimum requirements of a viable humor piece

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