Seriously Funny: The Magic of Humour in Storytelling

Let’s explore the transformative power of humour in storytelling. What makes a character funny? What do we mean by “humour = tragedy + time?” How (and why) do we laugh at the human condition in a way that deepens meaning?

In every genre, nuanced writing uses humour to create three-dimensional characters, explore complex topics, and form dynamic, relatable stories. It seems some experiences can only be touched through laughter—guffaws or a small smile of deep recognition. Perhaps they’re too massive otherwise. Or, we’re just humans: strange, and a bit ridiculous.

Learn how to incorporate this depth into your writing as we celebrate and examine irony, satire, and even nonsense in the formation of characterization, plot, and narrative. Explore timing and rhythm, voice and tone, as well as the ever-elusive writing of dialogue. Learn how to infuse narratives and plot with humour, even when dealing with the most difficult of subjects.

Humour heals, it keeps us reading and living, and every writer can learn how to use their unique sense of humour to brighten the page. And get ready to laugh.

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