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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I own at least 8 books on stand-up comedy, and I only bought this one because I just arrived in London and considered doing Logan Murray's course.
Well, after only reading some random parts of the book I knew that this is by far the best and most helpful book on stand-up comedy I have ever read. It covers lots of areas other established books don't even touch; there is golden advice on every page, and unlike with many of the other books you know after reading only a few lines that here is somebody who has actually done stand-up successfully instead of just writing about it.
For anybody who thinks about trying their hand at stand-up: buy this book!
Having said that, I don't want to slag all off the other books, but too many of them tell you too many things you already know or that are simply about 20 years out of date. If you would like to complement this book with others, I'd recommend Jay Sankey's "Zen and the art of stand-up comedy" for a very interesting look at the performance side of stand-up, and Greg Dean's "Step by Step to Stand-up Comedy" mainly for its interesting and helpful approach to the dreadfully tricky topic of rehearsing for stand-up comedy. And since Greg Dean covers the important (though in some ways dated) set-up/punchline stuff (that everybody who's ever told a joke probably knows, to be honest) you probably don't need any of the others, either.
But for me, Logan Murray's book is absolute top dog among these three and I will definitely do his course even though I've been on stage before.
Ah yeah, none of the books will of course save you from actually going on stage over and over and over again and dying on your arse every now and then.
Well, after only reading some random parts of the book I knew that this is by far the best and most helpful book on stand-up comedy I have ever read. It covers lots of areas other established books don't even touch; there is golden advice on every page, and unlike with many of the other books you know after reading only a few lines that here is somebody who has actually done stand-up successfully instead of just writing about it.
For anybody who thinks about trying their hand at stand-up: buy this book!
Having said that, I don't want to slag all off the other books, but too many of them tell you too many things you already know or that are simply about 20 years out of date. If you would like to complement this book with others, I'd recommend Jay Sankey's "Zen and the art of stand-up comedy" for a very interesting look at the performance side of stand-up, and Greg Dean's "Step by Step to Stand-up Comedy" mainly for its interesting and helpful approach to the dreadfully tricky topic of rehearsing for stand-up comedy. And since Greg Dean covers the important (though in some ways dated) set-up/punchline stuff (that everybody who's ever told a joke probably knows, to be honest) you probably don't need any of the others, either.
But for me, Logan Murray's book is absolute top dog among these three and I will definitely do his course even though I've been on stage before.
Ah yeah, none of the books will of course save you from actually going on stage over and over and over again and dying on your arse every now and then.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have bought a number of stand-up comedy books, done a few gigs (failed to beat the frog, gonged off at the comedy store) and even took a part time course. If I'd had this book to start with I would have progressed further a lot quicker. This is a very practical manual which will have you writing your own material very soon. It helps you decide which type of comic you want to be, and shows you how to play to your strengths. It's a good book at a good price, and in my view should be top of your list.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I did Logan's comedy course and died on stage... That I died on stage is no surprise but that I managed to get the bottle to do it at all is a testament to his great teaching skills. This book gets the message across well but there's nowt like giving it a go - highly recommend the Amused Moose courses...
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Bought as a present and has been well received. Easy to read with lots of good ideas. Useful pocket size.
Published 5 days ago by janinepod
Simples ! When you know how.
Logan, lifts the lid on structure, performance and understanding the art form. The Haynes mannual of comedy writing and performance. Read more
Published 5 days ago by Milf Hunter
Must Have
Logan's book gives a step by step guide of how to break into the world of stand up at all levels. It's extremely useful that the author is a stand up and therefore advises you from... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Sadia
For stand ups everywhere
I have it on good authority Logan did not choose the embarassing title. I think this books complements Sally Holloway's 'Serious guide to joke writing', which is a succinct guide... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Brijm
Great!
I have a few books on Stand up but this is head and shoulders above the rest. it's not that the other books are bad, it's just that this one is better. Read more
Published 12 months ago by McShabby
Something for actors on a rainy day....
Teach Yourself Stand Up Comedy McGraw-Hill Edition (Teach Yourself (McGraw-Hill))
This is a most accessible and inspiring book for anyone really. Read more
This is a most accessible and inspiring book for anyone really. Read more
Published 16 months ago by M. J. Phillips
Packed with practical advice and creativity exercises...
Logan Murray loves stand-up comedy, he loves the whole concept of it, he's made his living at it for over 20 years and he loves teaching it. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Sally Holloway, Author: Joke Writing (Serious Guide to)
Authentic, practical and interesting
This is the best book on the market I have read. I have used the ideas to improve my performance (after dinner speaking), and would recommend the book to anyone interested in... Read more
Published 24 months ago by R. Lowry
Gets you thinking and gets you creative
An excellent step up from Greg Deans stand up book. This book certainly gets you thinking and broadens your view of what is funny. Read more
Published on 17 Sep 2009 by P. Cronin
A goldmine for the beginner!
I'd done two open mic spots before getting this and let's just say they didn't go fantastically!
With the help of this book I have managed to write some fantastic new... Read more
With the help of this book I have managed to write some fantastic new... Read more
Published on 15 Oct 2008 by Ben Whitty
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