Dikkers

29/11/2024

Hi everybody -- I have a little contest going and the deadline is TONIGHT at MIDNIGHT. Read on for details:

It's about this great gift idea for the writer(s) in your life. Or for yourself if that’s you…

(And a chance to win some original Dikkers cartoon art!)

My new book, "The Elements of Humor," is a reference book that needs to be on every writer's shelf. It updates Strunk and White's "Elements of Style" with a crucial component they left out—humor!

Humor is the magic ingredient that makes communication stand out in a crowded word of meh ideas.

"Weird Al" Yankovic says this about "The Elements of Humor":

"A Comedy 101 syllabus ... this book is required reading.”

"The Elements of Humor" comes out December 5. Preorder now and get a personalized signed copy (DM me after purchasing). Buy some gift copies for friends and colleagues and get even more bonuses (like an original cartoon or a signed copy of a vintage edition of The Onion from when I was in charge!)

Go here for a full list of the bonuses (PLUS a step-by-step guide to write your own book in 30 days!): https://scottdikkers.substack.com/p/how-i-write-a-book-in-a-month-the

Join my book launch team (by posting about “The Elements of Humor” on social media) for a chance to win even more amazing goodies! This is the contest I mentioned. Hurry - the deadline is TODAY at midnight ET!

Get the book here: https://amzn.to/49U8DmM

And join my launch team here: https://upvir.al/161858/lp161858

See you in the funny papers,
—Scott

08/05/2024

Find the funny in your writing, speeches, presentations, and everyday conversations. Available for pre-order now.

https://amzn.to/49U8DmM

Are you ready to elevate your writing, speeches, and conversations with unparalleled wit and comedy? Look no further than The Elements of Humor. This isn't just another book on humor—it's a transformative guide that stands head and shoulders above the rest, designed to make you the funniest version of yourself.

While many writers treasure Strunk and White's Elements of Style for its writing standards and best practices, the realm of humor writing has long awaited a credible, comprehensive guide. Scott Dikkers answers the call with a book that is both hilarious and instructive, offering clear, replicable steps to infuse your writing and speaking with unforgettable humor.

In the book, you’ll find:

• Step-by-step guidance for everything from sophomoric pranks to sophisticated satire as you learn the fundamentals of crafting humor that resonates

• Diverse humor strategies for different kinds of funny, including self-deprecation, referential jokes, shock humor, hyperbole, wordplay, slapstick, and even meta-humor

• Engaging tools, including helpful diagrams, funny illustrations, interactive exercises, and a comprehensive index of all discussed tools, skills, and methods

The Elements of Humor is your key to making the people around you laugh. Scott Dikkers' expert advice is easy to follow, ensuring that anyone can become a master of humor. Perfect for enhancing presentations, content creation, or everyday conversations, this book will secure a prominent place on your library shelf.

Don't miss the chance to transform your approach to humor. Whether you aim to entertain, persuade, or simply bring more joy into your life and the lives of others, The Elements of Humor is your go-to resource. Add it to your cart now and step into a world where laughter is just a page turn away!

14/02/2024

15/11/2023

Another of our cartoons to warm your hearts and crease your pleats

An iron dreams of stardom.

31/07/2023

During the run of P*e Wee's Playhouse, and long before, Paul Reubens never broke character during interviews. He was always P*e Wee -- except once, to discuss his sharply-focused philosophies of animation in children's programming.

26/07/2023

Get to know more about the famous cartoonist who created lovable comic characters Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the Peanuts gang at a new Charles Schulz exhibit opening at the Minnesota History Center.

20/12/2022

MeTV is dropping its "Toon in" program from their winter schedule. "The Tom and Jerry Show" and "Bugs Bunny and Friends" will be in their own time slots, as will "Popeye and Pink Panther's Party.""

20/08/2022

Animation has taken a serious hit as HBO Max quietly purges even more titles in a short-sighted move.