Comedy Writing
Write fiction that’s genuinely funny — learn comic timing, absurdist structure, character-driven humor, and how to land a laugh on the page without telegraphing the punchline.
Four Ways to Learn Comedy Writing
Choose the path that fits where you are in your writing journey.
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Brainstorm
Brainstorm Your Comedy Writing
Brainstorm your comedic novel from a germ of an idea to a fully plotted outline — your comic premise, character, escalating absurdity, and the structure that makes it all land. Start on Skillshare →
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Full Course
Comedy Writing Course
A complete video course on comic craft — from premise and setup to timing, subverting expectations, building comic characters, and writing comedy that works on the page. Get on Udemy →
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Read the Book
Comedy Writing
A practical guide to writing fiction that’s actually funny — covers comic structure, timing, absurdism, satire, and the surprisingly learnable craft of the perfect comedic beat. Get on Amazon →Steve’s Recommendation
Not sure where to start? The Skillshare brainstorm is the fastest way to find out whether you’re writing a farce, a satire, or something brilliantly weird — and to leave with a plot that’s already amusing.
Ready to go deeper? The Udemy course breaks down the mechanics of what makes comedy work on the page — timing, setup, subversion — in a way that’s genuinely illuminating (and occasionally funny).
If you’re building a writing career that spans multiple genres, the Author’s Success Bundle gives you personal access to me plus every craft and publishing course I’ve built. Comedy is a superpower in any genre — let’s develop yours.