The Sideways L: How to Use Misdirection to Make Your Readers Laugh

Making your readers laugh can be a great way to capture attention, create word of mouth, and develop a terrific relationship with your audience.

A lot of writers may think you can’t teach people how to write humor, but I don’t buy it. In fact, here’s a simple technique you can use to get a few laughs of your own.

It won’t turn you into Mitch Hedberg overnight, but it can go a long way to putting...