Potent Giggle Juice: Blending Humour with Writing
An interactive deep dive into the art of humour writing.
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Online
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About this event
What will be covered in this workshop?
Potent Giggle Juice explores the concept of writing humour and other terrifying things. “One person’s giggle is another person’s groan” – A literary agent shared this insight with me nearly two decades ago when I submitted my first novel (a work of satirical fiction). Although he loved the book, he confessed his apprehension about representing humor. Due to personal subjectivity combined with all the societal and cultural pitfalls we now experience make the art of writing humour more difficult than ever. By understanding the mechanics of comedy, the risks of crossing the line, and seeing the world from the perspective of others, we can truly begin to learn how to laugh together.
This interactive presentation is an open discussion and workshop that explores humor in its various forms, addresses the boundaries of political correctness, provides guidance on fearlessly writing humor, and emphasizes the importance of laughter in our daily lives.
What Participants Will Take Away
- A stronger knowledge and appreciation for comedy and humour
- Tools to help them incorporate humour into their writing
- Aching stomach muscles due to all the laughter
There will be an optional opportunity to share.
Suitable for all levels.
Who is teaching this workshop?
Andrew Buckley is a traditionally and self-published novelist of rather silly, yet enjoyable fiction for all ages. Also, a comic book writer, screenwriter, podcaster, creator, and speaker. He has a terrible habit of writing with a humorous and satirical slant despite being asked politely on numerous occasions to ‘please stop doing that’.
When does this workshop happen?
Sunday, June 2, 2024: 9 AM PDT / noon EDT / 1 PM BRT / 5 PM BST / 9:30 PM IST / 2 AM AEST
This workshop runs for 2 hours.
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How long is this workshop?
Two hours.
How is this workshop presented?
- Online, live, interactive.
- Participants are encouraged (but not required) to keep their cameras on.
- Run on Zoom.
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Will this workshop be recorded?
No, this workshop will not be recorded.
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Sage Tyrtle's work is available or upcoming in New Delta Review, The Offing, and Apex among others. She's told stories on stages all over the world and her words have been featured on NPR, CBC, and PBS. She runs a low cost online writing workshop collective.