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#11349:
May 11, 2022
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Phone "Phun"
I tried to make a phone call!
Have you ever had a humorous experience at the customer service desk at a Verizon, or any other phone service store when your phone went berserk?
#11342:
May 04, 2022
GeminiGem🐈
Say What? Part 2
The things people say.
Where is your favorite place to overhear people say funny things?
#11331:
April 27, 2022
Robert Waltz
Cheese
This is the Whey.
What's your favorite cheese?
#11320:
April 20, 2022
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Shakespeare - A Comedy Hero
Learn what a trip to Las Vegas, a bumbling fool, and a burrito all have in common.
Have you ever had a day when everything went wrong and laughed at it later? What happened?
#11306:
April 13, 2022
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Attempting to Voice Chat
It's all in the dialect, folks!
Have you experienced a voice chat where you can't understand another person's words/dialect? How did that make you feel?
#11295:
April 06, 2022
GeminiGem🐈
Say...What?
Meet some real characters from my life.
In what ways does your character's language/vocabulary become part of their personality?
#11284:
March 30, 2022
Robert Waltz
Fool Me Once
Shame on you.
What are your plans for April Fools' Day (aka Comedy Christmas)?
#11259:
March 16, 2022
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When Nature Calls, Maintenance Knocks!
At least maintenance should knock!
Have you ever got caught in a public restroom when maintenance enters to clean?
#11244:
March 09, 2022
GeminiGem🐈
An Epic Struggle With Procrastination
Writer vs Social Media: Who Wins?
Can a deadline be your friend?
#11237:
March 02, 2022
Robert Waltz
Pessimism is Comedy
Anything that can go wrong will at least make people laugh
What could possibly go wrong?
#11231:
February 23, 2022
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Comical Words
When writing comedy, it’s out with the boring words and in with the humorous ones.
If you had the opportunity to eliminate an overused or boring word in the English language, what would it be?
#11202:
February 16, 2022
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Saturday Matinees!
It’s February, Cupid’s arrow flying everywhere. How do parents find the time?
do you remember being sent to Saturday and Sunday cartoon and horror show, matinees in your youngster days?
#11198:
February 09, 2022
eyestar~
Laugh it off!
Laughing just because you can!!
What makes you laugh? Can you laugh about nothing at all? Just to laugh?
#11189:
February 02, 2022
Robert Waltz
Walking the Walk
When to go for a walk
Walking is good exercise... right?
#11181:
January 26, 2022
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Password Emergency!
Passwords are taking over the world!
What’s your experience with passwords, and how many times do you reset it?
#11169:
January 19, 2022
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Another Strange Day at Office Supplies
Giving a pass to a password
Is there any such thing as "funny-sad?"
#11155:
January 05, 2022
Robert Waltz
Winter Wonderland
The holidays are over. Snow isn't.
Had enough snow yet?
#11136:
December 29, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Writing Goals - Here We Go Again!
Tips and quotes for inspiration to reach your goals.
What goals do you hope to accomplish in 2022? Do you write a list or take it one day at a time?
#11128:
December 22, 2021
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Ghosts of Christmas Presents?
Gifts and returns. Ahhhh the holidays!
Have you re-gifted or returned Holiday gifts? And, if so, have you managed to not get caught?
#11121:
December 15, 2021
Thankful Sonali Wdc POWER RVW!
The Comedy of Innocence
There's something cute about it ...
Does 'innocently guilty' make you chuckle?
#11108:
December 08, 2021
Robert Waltz
2021
A look in the cracked and cloudy rear-view mirror
So... how was YOUR year?
#11095:
December 01, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
It’s a Mark!!! Get the Point?
The exclamation point – one quirky punctuation symbol.
Do you overuse exclamation points? Are they a distraction while reading?
#11073:
November 24, 2021
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Squawks and Gobbles
Last minute preparations for a Thanksgiving feast!
Have you been the host/hostess/cook, for a Thanksgiving dinner and the "big old bird" was late to the party? (I'll leave it up to you to decide "who or what" bird when answering this question. )
#11063:
November 10, 2021
Robert Waltz
Leaf Me Alone
Turning over an old leaf. Or hundreds of them.
How do you deal with fallen leaves?
#11057:
November 03, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
The Runaway Muse
Sometimes you need a roadmap to find your muse.
What are your thoughts on a muse? Is it non-existent, or does it inspire you on a regular basis?
#11041:
October 27, 2021
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Frightful Laugh-Backs
Life experiences are fodder for horror-comedy.
Have you ever thought of adding some humor when writing in the horror genre?
#11021:
October 13, 2021
Robert Waltz
October Funnies
October is a great month for Comedy.
What's your favorite Halloween-themed joke?
#11014:
October 06, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Meme Madness
Memes are another form of entertainment to make us laugh and have become a worldwide phenomenon.
What do you think of Memes? Do you have any favorites?
#10998:
September 29, 2021
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Sounds Funny
When an unusual item produces a song.
Have you ever had a song stuck in your head from an unusual source?
#10984:
September 22, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Pen a Parody for Fun
Write a parody to entertain and amuse people, and if writing humor scares you, it’s a fun way to get started.
What’s your favorite parody movie, song, or poem? Have you tried to write a parody?
#10975:
September 15, 2021
Robert Waltz
Cooking II
Now we're cooking
How much thyme do you spend in the kitchen?
#10968:
September 08, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Geeks and Nerds
Geek and nerd alert! Adding them to your story may result in everyone laughing.
Are you a geek or a nerd? Have you written about a geek or nerd character? Any favorites?
#10959:
September 01, 2021
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SARS - Some Assembly Required, Silly
Deliver us not into the dark depths of assembling a piece of furniture!
"SOME ASSEMBLY REQUIRED" Do you cringe when you read those words on the box of that beautiful item on a shelf you want to purchase?
#10944:
August 25, 2021
Sophy
So .... What's New?
A lot has changed since I wrote my last Comedy Newsletter in 2015.
How's retirement, you ask?
#10932:
August 18, 2021
Robert Waltz
Cooking
Cuisine Comedy
How do you cook?
#10922:
August 11, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
What Is Comedy?
It’s a straightforward question with a complicated answer.
What is the meaning of Comedy to you?
#10901:
August 04, 2021
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Confusing Bags for Socks?
Because they look so much alike!
Have you ever been a "victim" of bait and switch when purchasing something?
#10889:
July 28, 2021
Thankful Sonali Wdc POWER RVW!
Appealing to a Feeling or No Cow to Sell
You laugh because you empathize with the feeling. (Not because you've ever sold your neighbor's cow.)
Have you ever thought, "I'd have done the same thing!"?
#10882:
July 21, 2021
Robert Waltz
Oppositional Defiant Comedy
No it isn't.
Can being contrary be funny?
#10879:
July 14, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Movie Inspiration
To inspire you to write humor, try pondering on the movies you’ve watched.
What is your favorite comedy movie? Do you have any favorite quotes from a movie?
#10858:
July 07, 2021
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Autocorrecta’s Gonna Get Cha!
Ssssssh! Autocorrect is not too smart. I'm carefully placing words here before it wakes up and changes everything!
Have you had an embarrassing autocorrect moment? What happened?
#10850:
June 30, 2021
Samberine Everose
Ingredients to stir a laugh
The different factors on how to make your audience burst into laugh.
How can you stimulate to have those laughing moments.
#10841:
June 23, 2021
Robert Waltz
How To Be Funny
Spoiler: Don't Be Boring
Do you know how to be funny?
#10826:
June 16, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
The Wit of Witty Poetry
Writing humorous poems can be a challenge. Try a few simple forms of poetry to get started.
Have you had success in writing funny poems? Do you have plans to try and write it?
#10806:
June 09, 2021
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Northern Command Center At Last!
After travel delays due to a hijacked Pipeline -- I'm home!
Years ago Slapstick Comedy was huge. Is it the actor's demeanor, or the pie in the eye that makes you laugh?
#10783:
May 26, 2021
Robert Waltz
Office Conversations
Eschew obfuscation.
What does all that corporate jargon really mean?
#10777:
May 19, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
The Trials of Humorous Non-Fiction
Sometimes writing humor about the real life can be dramatic.
A million dollars is the prize for a humorous non-fiction story. What are you going to write about to win?
#10749:
May 12, 2021
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A Toe Hold
Pool maintenance surprises!
Have you been in the right place at the right time for something hilarious to unfold? What was it?
#10752:
May 05, 2021
Warped Sanity
The Comedian in You
We all have our own unique humor style and sometimes it can reflect in our writing.
What is your humor type?
#10732:
April 28, 2021
Robert Waltz
Specifics
Improve your comedy with a simple trick
What can you do to be funnier?
#10723:
April 21, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Food for Fodder
Memories of food can spawn comedy gems for your story!
Have you had any food disasters that made you laugh? What’s your favorite food?
#10713:
April 14, 2021
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The Eyes Have It!
Helping a friend to get his birth certificate was no easy task!
Things aren't always easier using the rapid internet highway. My question for you, is ... Is it just me, or is it becoming more tedious renewing a driver's license than it used to be?
#10650:
April 07, 2021
Warped Sanity
Anecdotal Comedy
comedic anecdotes are a great way to enhance dialogue, making characters shine.
Have you used anecdotal comedy in your dialogue? What do you believe some of the benefits are?
#10690:
March 31, 2021
Robert Waltz
Fools
Comedy Christmas
It's April Fools' Day again - who you gonna fool?
#10684:
March 24, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Snappy Beginnings
Writing a snappy beginning is an effective way to hook a reader.
Do you have trouble writing the beginning to hook the reader? Any favorite beginnings you’ve written or read?
#10662:
March 17, 2021
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Delivery Pains!
Ordering online -- a gift and a curse!
Have you ever screwed up royally by jumping to conclusions?
#10654:
March 10, 2021
GeminiGem🐈
It Wasn't Funny At The Time
Telling about a bad situation with humor is a great writing tool.
What type of unfortunate event in your life could you retell to make people laugh?
#10640:
March 03, 2021
Robert Waltz
Waiting
Neither here nor there
What are you waiting for?
#10632:
February 24, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
The Procrastination Blame Game
Little excuses can lead to procrastination. Find out how you can focus on completing your writing project.
When is the best time for you to write, and what excuses have you encountered along the way?
#10614:
February 17, 2021
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Needful Things
Necessities of life. Needing to get done,
With the horribleness of 2020 behind us, I must ask ... Are we having fun, yet?
#10603:
February 10, 2021
Annette
Cold Weather
There is humor in 45 degrees.
How cold is it when you start laughing?
#10592:
February 03, 2021
Robert Waltz
After Groundhog Day
Have you broken the cycle?
It's finally over -- now what?
#10585:
January 27, 2021
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Building a Fun Character
With a little research, you can write a fun character. What building blocks do you need to write a fun character?
Have you written a fun character? What quirks or characteristics made them funny?
#10568:
January 20, 2021
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Pranks
Sometimes it's fun being a little mischievous!
Have you played or experienced a memorable prank?
#10558:
January 13, 2021
GeminiGem🐈
Fool's Gold
Being ridiculous can be an asset.
Does your humor lean toward the silly, the goofy, the ridiculous?
#10546:
January 06, 2021
Robert Waltz
2021
Happy New Year!
Have you failed your resolutions yet?
#10540:
December 30, 2020
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
A Word About 2020
Find out the one word I use to describe 2020 and read about one bright spot that made all of us smile this year.
When looking back at 2020, was there anything special that cheered you up?
#10524:
December 23, 2020
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A Comedic Casket Case
Another Holly Jolly time of year. Warning, sick humor!
Have you ever burst out in a laugh at a funeral? What caused it?
#10512:
December 16, 2020
eyestar~
Keeping it Light! Nothing too heavy.
Food humour!
What are your favourite comical food or drink moments?
#10506:
December 09, 2020
Robert Waltz
Apples
Some core truths about this appeeling fruit
How do you like them apples?
#10498:
December 02, 2020
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Oh Me. Oh My. Dear Me!
WdC's contest Dear Me is popular and yields the most entries. What’s the key to winning? Write an entertaining entry.
What are your writing goals for 2021, and are you planning to enter the Dear Me contest?
#10480:
November 25, 2020
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The Hunt 2020
Preparing for the holidays in the year 2020
What was the funniest moment you experienced in 2020, the worst year ever?
#10476:
November 18, 2020
GeminiGem🐈
I Crack Myself Up
How do you write something other people will find humorous?
Do you find that people "get" your sense of humor?
#10461:
November 11, 2020
Robert Waltz
Safe Topics
With holidays coming up fast, we'll need some things to talk about with family.
What are some always safe topics of conversation?
#10448:
November 04, 2020
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Comedy Relief for NaNo Writers Vol III
The deadline looms! Enjoy a comedy break to settle your nerves.
For those participating in NaNo or any writing projects, how is it going? Are you reaching your goal?
#10432:
October 28, 2020
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Getting back to the Southern Comfort
Flip-flops, the love rug, and heading for the tropics.
Font, font, how is my font? I usually use Comic, size 4. This Newsletter has Courier, size 4. The intro is my usual Comedy Newsletter font, Comic. Where font and size are concerned for the Comedy Newsletter, what is YOUR preference?
#10423:
October 21, 2020
GeminiGem🐈
Twisting the Truth
When writing comedy, consider using real-life events as a jumping-off point.
If you are read something humorous, do you actually laugh out loud or do you keep your reaction to yourself?
#10413:
October 14, 2020
Robert Waltz
Out There
What I wanted to shout out
What will you find out?
#10403:
October 07, 2020
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Cringe Comedy
Cringe comedy has become increasingly popular since the early 2000's.
Have you cringed and laughed at a movie, TV show, book, or the real life? Have you ever written a cringe worthy character?
#10388:
September 30, 2020
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
A Cabin in the Woods
Pulling together a Clandestine Event means ... Location, location, location!
What was the oddest thing you've ever seen, heard or done at a wedding?
#10382:
September 23, 2020
eyestar~
The Funny People's Poet, Pam Ayres
Laugh with Pam Ayres
Who is your favourite comedian or humourist?
#10366:
September 16, 2020
Robert Waltz
Pumpkin Spice
Pumpkin spice pumpkin spice pumpkin spice
Pumpkin spice?
#10356:
September 09, 2020
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Music Video Therapy
Having a bad day? Watching a music video can have a soothing effect and make you smile.
What’s your favorite music or music video to make you smile?
#10343:
September 02, 2020
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It's WDC BIRTHDAY TIME!!!
Have you been joining in on the festivities this week?
What is your favorite contest or activity during the WDC Birthday Bash? You may plug your own birthday activity.
#10325:
August 19, 2020
Robert Waltz
Immortality
How to be remembered for all eternity
Who wants to live forever?
#10320:
August 12, 2020
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Say What?! - Childhood Memories
Childhood idioms bring back some fun memories.
What are some fun memories from your childhood? It's raining cats and dogs - what idioms do you say many times?
#10299:
August 05, 2020
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Wedding Humor Amid Corona
Planning a wedding in 2020
What Interesting substitutes have you had to put in place when the best laid plans went haywire during the Covid times?
#10295:
July 29, 2020
Kate - Writing & Reading
More Than Just a Punch Line
The variety of ways we can make someone laugh - or at least forget for a moment the adjective, serious.
Do you find it easier to write comedy or tell/act comedy? - or - are you more funny in print or in person?
#10282:
July 22, 2020
Robert Waltz
Comet Chameleon
You come and go.
Is it comedy or comet-y?
#10272:
July 15, 2020
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Genre Mashups
Genre mashups are a fun way to liven up your story.
Have you used a bunch of different genres in your story? Which combinations have you tried?
#10255:
July 08, 2020
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
The Drones are Coming!!!
You can run but you cant hide!
What's your favorite amusing Conspiracy Theory?
#10237:
June 24, 2020
Robert Waltz
Fireworks
Nothing says "celebration" like massive explosions
Oh, say, can you see the rocket's red glare?
#10231:
June 17, 2020
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Writing the Real Life for a Laugh
The real life is a great source for humorous ideas, but will the readers laugh at what we write?
Have you used something funny from your life to add humor to your writing? Anything funny happen recently?
#10214:
June 10, 2020
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Community Comedy
One line at a time ...
Do you have any favorite One-Liners?
#10202:
June 03, 2020
eyestar~
Say again?
Go on, you can do it twice today!
n/a
#10192:
May 27, 2020
Robert Waltz
Going Out
How To Go Out Without Going Out
What can you do if you really shouldn't go out?
#10190:
May 20, 2020
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Dad Jokes — Laugh or Groan?
Even though most dad jokes are not funny, we still find ourselves laughing at them.
Do you laugh at dad jokes? Have you heard any good ones lately?
#10165:
May 13, 2020
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Keeping fit while Locked-Down
Healthy life changing events?
How are YOU keeping in shape during the shelter at home times?
#10158:
May 06, 2020
Annette
Orange You Glad
Misappropriating items can be funny.
I didn't say banana?
#10144:
April 29, 2020
Robert Waltz
Towels
Everyone Needs a Towel
Where's YOUR towel?
#10139:
April 22, 2020
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Animal Characters for Comic Relief
Writing animals as characters can be a fun way to add humor to your stories.
If you had to write about a funny animal in a story, which would you choose? Do you have a favorite pet/animal?
#10116:
April 15, 2020
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Are We Having Fun Yet?
The continuing Saga of the Covid 19 lock down.
What (if any) "LOL" moments have you experienced during this unusual time of our existence?
#10111:
April 08, 2020
eyestar~
Laughter Lightens Us Up!
The humour at WDC.
What are you doing to lighten the mood and stay sane in the Stay at Home World!
#10099:
April 01, 2020
Robert Waltz
Spring!
Spring is Here!
How are you enjoying this nice warm weather?
#10087:
March 25, 2020
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
GIF-er-ific
One little image which moved many years ago, has now caused a huge sensation everywhere to make people a laugh.
GIFs pop up everywhere at WdC. Do you laugh when you see them, or run for the hills? Do you post them?
#10072:
March 18, 2020
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
When Shopping Was Easy ...
Finding the humor while staying safe.
Coronavirus incites worry. Is there a way to find some humor while keeping safe?
#10053:
March 04, 2020
Robert Waltz
Fools
Getting ready for Comedy Christmas
What's your favorite prank?
#10008:
February 26, 2020
Samberine Everose
The Laugh Break Medicine
An instant medicine to a stressed person.
When mourning murmur turns to joy.
#10022:
February 19, 2020
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Picture This,Framed Again! Rabbits Swim?
February as I live and breathe it.
Have you tried writing comedy-vignettes?
#10018:
February 12, 2020
Warped Sanity
Weaving Comedy Into Other Genre
Comedy is versatile and can be incorporated into any genre, enhancing characters and plot.
How do you weave comedy into your writing?
#9998:
February 05, 2020
Robert Waltz
Odometers
We really like round numbers
What's so special about zeros?
#9990:
January 29, 2020
Annette
Born Funny
Some of us have it, others try, some just fall flat.
What does it take to write and tell funny stories?
#9971:
January 22, 2020
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Just 8 Screws Away!
Technical technicalities in a nut shell
Could comedy come from doing tedious tasks?
#9960:
January 15, 2020
eyestar~
Reviewing Comedy
My tips for reviewing comedy~
What do you look for when reviewing comical writings?
#9949:
January 08, 2020
Robert Waltz
Resolutions
Keep your New Year's Resolutions with this One Weird Trick
What's the best way to stick to your decisions for the new year?
#9926:
December 25, 2019
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
All is calm, all is bright, Unless...
A Holiday "Dramedy"
Can you get through the holidays still laughing?
#9904:
December 18, 2019
amy-Has a great future ahead
World Creation
In this issue learn about world creation, a vital part of story and novel writing.
What is your favorite science fiction world?
#9908:
December 11, 2019
Robert Waltz
Unwritten
And now they're not.
What unwritten rules do you know?
#9882:
November 27, 2019
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
A Hot Turkey Tale
Do not attempt this at home!
Do you believe timing is everything in Comedy?
#9868:
November 13, 2019
Robert Waltz
Talking Turkey
Traditional Thanksgiving Tables
When is Thanksgiving not Thanksgiving?
#9854:
November 06, 2019
Elle (she/her)
Adding humor to your novel
If you're furiously writing for NaNoWriMo this month, take a moment to interject some comedy...
What's the funniest line you've read in a book lately?
#9833:
October 30, 2019
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Darkness Haunts of Unfortunate Events
Yup, this is still the Comedy Newsletter!
Does the darkness amuse you?
#9819:
October 23, 2019
Annette
The Fun of Fright
Being afraid is fun.
How much horror is funny?
#9813:
October 16, 2019
Robert Waltz
International Comedy
All comedy is reference comedy
What does it take to "get it?"
#9800:
October 09, 2019
amy-Has a great future ahead
Mind Maps-The First Step
In this issue I will be sharing my writing technique and routine.
What is your favorite movie made from a novel?
#9780:
October 02, 2019
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Trash Talk and A Comedic Story of Terror
Not that kind of "trash talk"
Is there a place for comedy in a horror story?
#9777:
September 25, 2019
Kate - Writing & Reading
Finding the Funny of It
The art of seeing what you're looking at - and finding/creating the laughter - more than just a punch line
Is it possible to find or create funny from something sad? without being hurtful, of course.
#9762:
September 18, 2019
Robert Waltz
Loser
I'm a loser.
When is loss actually gain?
#9737:
September 04, 2019
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
If You Could Hear Me Speak!
What's in a dialect?
Have you ever been stumped by another state's local dialect?
#9718:
August 21, 2019
Robert Waltz
Divided by a Common Language
Brits and Yanks can understand each other... sometimes.
Fancy a cuppa?
#9692:
August 07, 2019
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Comedy is Puzzling
Social Media Games, puzzles and quizzes, Oh My!
Is writing comedy puzzling to you?
#9673:
July 31, 2019
Samberine Everose
A sprinkle of laugh at the start
You can scoop a bit of laugh and make a delicious ice cream.
Adding some laughtiness to your story can become lively.
#9663:
July 24, 2019
Robert Waltz
Free!
You get what you pay for
Is there such a thing as a free lunch?
#9641:
July 10, 2019
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Buyer Beware!
Watch which aisle you're in while shopping
Are we merely a product of marketing?
#9620:
June 26, 2019
Robert Waltz
Something's Up
One versatile word
What's Up?
#9595:
June 19, 2019
Samberine Everose
Celebrating a Happy Father's Day
This is one of those emotional celebrations, but don't be so sentimental, we can be funny to celebrate it.
Don't be dramatize but fun natize it!
#9590:
June 12, 2019
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
The Reunion
Finding laughs at a high school reunion
Would you go to your 50th high school reunion?
#9583:
June 05, 2019
amy-Has a great future ahead
Self-Publishing
Self-publishing has its advantages and disadvantages. Learn about these in this issue.
What is your favorite comedy movie?
#9568:
May 29, 2019
Robert Waltz
Sustenance
A man's gotta eat
Maintain one's lifestyle, or maintain one's life?
#9554:
May 22, 2019
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
What A "Novel" Idea
Exploring the world of humorous novels as a different source for a laugh.
When searching for something to laugh at, where do you go? Have you considered reading a funny novel?
#9543:
May 15, 2019
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Social Insecurity!
The woes of a system with deeply confused robots.
Have you thought about your retirement?
#9537:
May 08, 2019
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Time for a Commercial Break
Forget the cat videos. Watch a commercial for a laugh or to inspire you to write a comedy!
Have you ever watched a commercial that made you laugh, and has it ever inspired a story/poem?
#9516:
May 01, 2019
Robert Waltz
Gym Dandy
A Field Guide to Gym Denizens
Which ones have you seen?
#9492:
April 17, 2019
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Ruby's New Doctor!
Continuations of "The Chronicles of Ruby"
Have you tried using real life experiences to write comedy?
#9482:
April 10, 2019
Kate - Writing & Reading
That Pesky Cliche
Cliches still make folks laugh, when speckled, not packed!
Can a cliché be funny when the listener/reader is unfamiliar with the underlying image/story? As a writer, can you make it funny?
#9469:
April 03, 2019
Robert Waltz
Comedy Christmas
Another April Fools' Day has come and gone
How did YOU get pranked?
#9459:
March 27, 2019
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Start Backwards to Move Forward Pt II
Let's look at a longer poem to demonstrate how several methods can keep your readers entertained from start to finish.
Do you have a favorite format for humorous poetry? How important are precise word choices vs other techniques?
#9441:
March 20, 2019
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Facebook’s Down! Oh the Calamities!
Get your tinfoil hats ready, they're listening.
Want to know how conspiracy theories can wake-up a comedic muse?
#9436:
March 13, 2019
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Start Backwards to Move Forward
Writing comedic poetry can be a real challenge; yet starting backwards may trigger its first laugh
If you were thinking of writing a humorous poem, what would you choose as the funny subject matter?
#9415:
March 06, 2019
Robert Waltz
I Don't Get It
Understanding humor
What do you do when you don't get a joke?
#9401:
February 27, 2019
eyestar~
Humour for Kids
Some ideas about why humour is good for kids and cool reads!
Should children read humour?
#9388:
February 20, 2019
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Food Fright!
What was once good for you is now bad, or the other way around. Who can keep up with these health fads?
Do you use personal experiences when you want to write comedy?
#9341:
February 13, 2019
Annette
Rom Com
One day left for romance in this comedy.
Is it romantic comedy, or comedic romance?
#9368:
February 06, 2019
Robert Waltz
Deep Freeze
How to Deal With the Cold
How have you handled the cold snap?
#9361:
January 30, 2019
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Humor + Characters = Entertainment
If someone smiles while reading your story, you know they are paying attention and eager to read on.
Using characters for comedy relief will entertain a reader, but what is the right way to inject the humor?
#9340:
January 23, 2019
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Hari-Karaoke
Reliving the sound of fingernails on a chalkboard.
How does another's social events develop into comedy?
#9326:
January 16, 2019
Snow is Writing Poetry
Humor and laughter relieve stress
How do you find humor and laughter in moving?
How do you find humor in a stressful situation?
#9315:
January 09, 2019
Robert Waltz
You're Doing it Wrong
Whatever "it" is, you're definitely not doing it right
Tired of being corrected yet?
#9305:
January 02, 2019
eyestar~
Have a PUNderful New Year!
Fun with Puns. What are they?
Having a PUNderful New Year so far? Keep laughing!
#9292:
December 26, 2018
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Boxing Day!
Get out the gloves, this should be interesting!
What is this curious holiday across the "Pond?"
#9290:
December 19, 2018
Sara♥Jean
Who Are You Writing To?
How can you be more certain your story or article will be funny for the majority of people who read it?
What's the funniest story or article you've read on WdC?
#9270:
December 12, 2018
Robert Waltz
The Darkness
Finding Light in December
What's funny about the dark?
#9246:
November 28, 2018
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Clips, Tips and Memory Lane Trips
Happy Holidays, folks!
Do you envision Holidays through your inner-child?
#9227:
November 21, 2018
Snow is Writing Poetry
Jokes Make People Laugh
I cannot tell a joke. Does that mean I can't make people laugh?
How do you tell a joke to make people laugh?
#9219:
November 14, 2018
Robert Waltz
Windows
Usually when I have a problem with windows, it's on my computer. Not this time.
How do you get by without one?
#9198:
October 31, 2018
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
This Is Not Happening!
On the road to Halloween ...
How do you find humor when Murphy's Law is ever present?
#9184:
October 24, 2018
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Comedy in Marriage
You can find humor about marriage everywhere.
Who knew there were so many sources to make you laugh about marriage?
#9173:
October 17, 2018
Robert Waltz
Both Sides
When you have to consider different perspectives
Are there really two sides to every story?
#9149:
October 03, 2018
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
So, How was YOUR Summer?
Things that can go wrong, will.
How can you remodel your funny bone?
#9142:
September 26, 2018
Thankful Sonali Wdc POWER RVW!
I just wanted an opinion!
I was wondering whether to plunge into a particular book or not, and thought I'd ask a reading group for help. Comedy!
Have you ever asked someone 'should I read this book?' (And have you received ninety-one different answers?)
#9126:
September 19, 2018
Robert Waltz
Milk Run
Disaster preparation requires lactose
You want me to pick up what now?
#9096:
September 05, 2018
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Biscuits for Brains?
Another take on an Urban Legend
How do you to liven-up an urban legend with a new take?
#9091:
August 29, 2018
eyestar~
Zany Raold Dahl
a Bio of this British author with the wacky words and wild humour.
n/a
#9060:
August 22, 2018
Robert Waltz
Peaches
Everything is just peachy.
Do I dare to eat a peach?
#9036:
August 08, 2018
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Who am I?
What happens when you’re stuck in the revolving door of trying to prove your identification?
How do you handle losing your identification?
#9031:
August 01, 2018
Lornda~ Thanks, Anonymous! ~
Go On - Make Me Laugh
Hosting a humorous contest can be tough on the entrants
Why can it be difficult to enter a humorous contest?
#9019:
July 25, 2018
Robert Waltz
Comedy in Action
Comedy is the spice of story.
Will I get letters from DC's lawyers if I subtitled this "Action Comics?"
#8991:
July 11, 2018
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
404 Error Sleep Not Found
Memes instead of dreams
Is there a fun way to handle insomnia?
#8981:
July 04, 2018
amy-Has a great future ahead
What It Takes To Be An Author
In this issue learn what it really takes to be an author. Also enjoy some wonderful comedy.
What comedy actor do you love the most?
#8971:
June 27, 2018
Robert Waltz
Nerd Camp
What I Did On My Summer Vacation
You mean I have to go... outside?
#8949:
June 13, 2018
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Webbie's Final Repose?
For the love of a bacon cheeseburgers, there are serious consequences!
Are you a risk taker for laughs?
#8919:
June 06, 2018
Samberine Everose
Laugh when you Gaffe
Gaffe are sometimes a stepping stone to reach success.
Nobody is perfect.
#8924:
May 30, 2018
Robert Waltz
Summer
Welcome to Summer. Now go away.
How do we survive the heat?
#8896:
May 16, 2018
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Ruby’s Heartbreak!
Oh, no! Say it ain't so, Bill!
Will Ruby survive a new mechanic?
#8871:
May 09, 2018
Samberine Everose
Different styles to make a good laugh
Do you have one of these styles when you are making a good laugh for your audience?
Just laugh, and you will stay young and stylish.
#8874:
May 02, 2018
Robert Waltz
The Downside
The worst part about being funny
What's wrong with a sense of humor?
#8853:
April 18, 2018
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
To GordonRamsayThanks for Everything,WW
WebLock turns "foodie"
How do you feed a hungry man?
#8833:
April 04, 2018
Robert Waltz
Spring Is Here
...in theory.
What spring? Where spring? Well, spring?
#8808:
March 21, 2018
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
We Are Not Alone!
Artificial intelligence runs rampant!
Can intelligence be artificial?
#8789:
March 07, 2018
Robert Waltz
Heyyyyy, Rube!
Rube Goldberg's contribution to humor
What's so funny about inefficiency?
#8767:
February 21, 2018
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Another Year Wiser?
It's my birthday -- again!
When does your age not really count?
#8747:
February 14, 2018
Samberine Everose
The Funny Date
Don't just sit there in the corner. Try some creative funny date with your special someone this Season of Hearts.
Not only a good diet is good for the heart.
#8741:
February 07, 2018
Robert Waltz
Withdrawal
I don't have a problem.
How long can I go without?
#8733:
January 31, 2018
eyestar~
The Cento, comic form
the Cento poem form
n/a
#8717:
January 24, 2018
ⱲƹbⱲitϚћ
Stand-Up Comedy?
My thoughts on it
Could you picture yourself as a stand-up comic?
#8707:
January 17, 2018
Annette
Language Barrier
When you don't understand me, I still know what you're saying. Maybe.
What if you don't know what they know?
#8696:
January 10, 2018