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The Comedy Doctor on comic novels

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A member asks: Everyone seems to be writing comic novels. I'm considering writing one. Realistically I'd be self-publishing. It seems a very crowded and competitive market to get people to choose your book to read though, and that's even without the likes of Richard Osman taking most of the sales focus. Is there any point me writing one?

Thank you for this fantastic and pertinent question. Comic novels seem to be increasingly on the radar, as writers at every stage of their career look for new vehicles for their humour.

It makes sense. With the broadcasting landscape in flux -...

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Published: Tuesday 23rd January 2024

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