Comedy Writing

Learn the mechanics of what makes things funny: comic timing, structure, character-driven humor. Write fiction that makes readers laugh out loud. With personal feedback from Steve Alcorn.

USA Today best-selling author · 29 books · 100,000+ students · 25 years teaching

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What’s Included

Everything you need to write, polish, and publish your novel.

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41 Video Lectures

Over 8 hours of focused instruction covering every stage of the novel-writing process.

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Personal Feedback from Steve

Post your writing in the discussion areas and get direct feedback from Steve Alcorn, not a TA, not a bot. Steve reads every post and responds personally.

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Manuscript Evaluation Checklist

The same 25-point checklist Steve’s students use to evaluate protagonist, story structure, plot, and writing quality.

When you post your writing, Steve reads it and responds personally. That’s what makes Writing Academy different from every other online course.Steve Alcorn is a USA Today best-selling author of 30 books and has taught more than 100,000 aspiring authors over 25 years through 1,500+ college partnerships.

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What You’ll Learn

Six steps from blank page to published book.

Understand Comedy

Learn why things are funny: the mechanics of surprise, timing, and subverted expectations. Discover the comedy equation that drives all humor.

Sharpen Your Observation

Train your eye to find comic potential in everyday life. Learn to sift reality for the absurd, the ironic, and the universally ridiculous.

Build Your Toolkit

Master joke construction, the rule of three, callbacks, deadpan, absurdity, exaggeration, and the guilty pleasures of low humor.

Write Comedy That Works

Apply comic techniques to scenes, dialogue, and narrative. Learn why some humor works on the page and some falls flat, and how to fix it.

Master Satire and Parody

The “Write Big” and “Write Well” techniques that turn a flat draft into a sparkling, publishable manuscript.

Build Your Comedy Career

Develop your material, establish a writing process, and explore the forms of comedy writing. From novels to essays to screenplays.

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What Students Say

Over 1,000 students have taken this course.

“This workshop was more comprehensive and helpful than the four years I spent in college as an English/Writing major. The value of this class is literally equivalent to all my student loans. Steve will even answer your questions the same day you ask them.”
Jason

“I am blown away by how educational and helpful Steve’s course is. He breaks down every topic so people actually want to read it. I highly recommend his course to anyone interested in writing.”
Linzay

“I’ve been writing since I was a child, own every book on writing known to man, taken numerous classes and seminars. This is by far the easiest, most understandable information on writing I’ve ever heard.”
Kim

“The instructor’s teaching style and the course’s lesson plan is top notch! He provides clear examples and then gives homework that you can apply to your own creations. Lots of useful information.”
Blaine

“Steve Alcorn really breaks down the process of writing into easily digestible bits and provides a clear pathway for developing your work. It was a great course and I learned a lot.”
Golda

“The teacher is amazing! He takes you step by step through the writing process, is very easy to understand, and gives activities that help further your progress. I would definitely recommend this course.”
Diana

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this course for?

Anyone who wants to write a novel, whether you’re just starting, stuck in the middle, or revising a finished draft. No experience required.

How long do I have access?

If you purchase the course, you own it for life. If you subscribe to the bundle, you have access to all of our courses for the duration of your subscription.

Do I really get personal feedback?

Yes. Every lesson has a discussion area. Post your work and Steve responds personally, usually within hours.

What if I’m not happy?

30-day money-back guarantee, no questions asked. If the course isn’t right for you, you get a full refund.

Can I just get this one course?

Yes. Enroll above for lifetime access to this course. Or, if you want all 20 Writing Academy courses, the Author’s Success Bundle gives you everything for one low monthly fee.

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41 discussion areas with personal feedback from Steve
Downloadable handouts and exercises
Manuscript Evaluation Checklist
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