Stand-Up Comedy

If you think you’re a riot, this book is for you! Renowned comedian Judy Carter shares her expert tips and tricks for crafting a comedy routine that’s actually funny.

“Judy’s book is truly funny, entertaining, and an insightful guide through the world of stand-up.”—Elayne Boosler

David Letterman learned to do it. Jay Leno learned to do it. Roseanne Barr learned to do it. So can you!

Successful stand-up comic Judy Carter—who went from teaching high school to performing in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, Lake Tahoe, and on over forty-five major TV shows—gives you the same hands-on, step-by-step instruction she’s taught to students in her comedy workshop. She shows you how to do it: create an act, perform it, make money with it, or apply it to everyday life.

Discover:
• The formulas for creating comedy material
• How to find your own style
• The three steps to putting your act together
• Rehearsal do’s and don’ts
• What to do if you bomb
• Ways to punch up your everyday life with humor

Whether you dream of becoming a star, a better public speaker, a more effective communicator, or a funnier, happier human being, Stand-Up Comedy can teach you to leave ’em laughing!

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