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Stand up Comedy: The Book (Paperback)

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Paperback: 240 pages
Publisher: Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group (1 Jan 1990)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0440502438
ISBN-13: 978-0440502432
Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 17.8 x 1.5 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

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Do you think you're funny?
I can't teach anyone how to be funny, but if you are than my book can show you how to turn your problems into punchlines. If you would like further information, I personally answer all email. Go to judycarter.com

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2.0 out of 5 stars Not The Best For Today, 28 Aug 1999

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Maybe this book was ok when it came out but there's more to comedy today than only punchlines. I got more out of How To Be A Working Comic and Successful Stand-Up Comedy.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent...to a point..., 7 Sep 1999

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While the book takes you through the basics of developing your skills and an act, it can be lacking in areas. If you get stuck at one of the steps, and nothing will work for you, it's practically impossible to go onto the next step. All the workshop sections are built off each other, so it's hard to skip one if you're having trouble. Other than that, it's an excellent book for the price.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Not the best book of the bunch!, 3 Mar 1999

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This was one of the first books I read on stand-up comedy and thought the book was OK until I read other books.

I didn't like the writing style because I felt it tried to be funny and informative at the same time - and most of the jokes were pretty lame anyway. Although I am sure the Author is funny on stage, I got the impression that she was trying to impress the reader with how funny she could be without quite pulling it off. The funniest things in the book are the advice or jokes of other comedians and it is probably not worth buying just for that.

I got very little out of this book compared to other books and I felt the book was too simplistic and only scratched the surface of Stand-Up - kind of like 'An Idiots Guide to Stand-Up'.

I would recommend 'Successful Stand-Up Comedy: Advice from a Comedy Writer' by Gene Perret and 'Zen & The Art of Stand-Up Comedy' by Jay Sankey over this book as I feel they pay more than lip-service to a lot more important aspects of Stand-Up like Character, Delivery and how to write for Stand-Up.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Beginner's Book!
I am just realizing that stand-up is something I might want to pursue, and this book really helped me out in making that decision. Read more

Published on 6 Dec 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious and immensely-informative
"Stand-Up Comedy" is a hilarious and immensely-informative guide to creating a "killer act," performing it, and even making money with it. Read more

Published on 20 Nov 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars The best tool to have if you are wanting to be a stand up.
The book was a guide that helped me understand the basics of standup comedy. I performed stand up for eight years, and the book gave me the foundation that took me from open mic... Read more

Published on 26 Aug 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Like a college course, with homework assignments.
I wanted her to teach me, not just talk about her experiences. I wanted examples of good and bad lines and jokes. Read more

Published on 22 Jun 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Aspiring Comedians: Read This Book!
If one is at all interested in becoming a standup comedian, or simply becoming a better public speaker this is the best book on the market. Read more

Published on 1 Jun 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars 'THE BOOK' to get you started !!
Okay, you've decided to give stand-up a whirl, one problem -- you have no material.
Lets see, no material ... no experience. Read more

Published on 7 Aug 1997

5.0 out of 5 stars The best "how to" for aspiring comedians!
Judy Carter gives in detail what it takes to develope ones own act for stand up comedy. Her tips and workshops are great stepping tools that allow those that find it hard to free... Read more

Published on 28 Jan 1997

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