Although advice abounds when it comes to writing comedy, or writing anything, for that matter, it’s worth noting that different tips will work for different people, and you may have your own. But with that in find, here are three of the keys we think will help.
Tell funny stories. Whenever you have the chance, be it with friends, family, or even a group of strangers, take the opportunity to tell a funny story. The reactions you get from your stories will be the best way to gauge what material works, and what doesn’t. If your audience happens to contain any writers, comedy or otherwise, it may even be an opportunity to receive some valuable feedback.
Take in some comedy. You’ll often hear writers say that if you want to write, you have to read, and comedy is no different. With comedy, however, you have the advantage of taking in any number of live shows that will not only entertain you and leave you in stitches, they may just inspire your own material.
Write 2000 words a day. It’s a goal you’ll often often see many writers aspire to, a golden standard of sorts, writing 2000 words a day. Comedy writing is no different, and the best way to prevent writer’s block is to set yourself a daily word count (or perhaps daily joke count) and set yourself a routine in order to achieve it.
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