Indie Authors Monthly Magazine For Authors and Readers discussion

If you're a writer, and weave comedy into your books on any level, avoid these 10 "cliche traps":

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-Ted

I actually hate reading most of those cliches. Sure, I like the good cliche, but I want something the different. The rubber glove one is annoying, taste lie, and the magical kid fix. I especially dislike the magical kid fix.

Great list! Thanks for sharing!

Serena wrote: "I actually hate reading most of those cliches. Sure, I like the good cliche, but I want something the different. The rubber glove one is annoying, taste lie, and the magical kid fix. I especially d..."

My pleasure Serena! Glad you enjoyed it.

-Ted

Good list, Ted. I'm sure I've seen them all used in films, although I haven't come across as many in books. They definitely need to be retired.

Ros wrote: "Good list, Ted. I'm sure I've seen them all used in films, although I haven't come across as many in books. They definitely need to be retired."

I'm glad you like the list, Ros : )

Ted wrote: "Serena wrote: "I actually hate reading most of those cliches. Sure, I like the good cliche, but I want something the different. The rubber glove one is annoying, taste lie, and the magical kid fix...."

I am doing National Novel Writing Month and this list is always in the back of my mind. I hate to admit it, but I think I did use a few of these cliches...At least, it wasn't every sentence.

This is a great list. I can't stand the lingo mishap. I see it everywhere, and it's just not that funny anymore.

I'm going to write something with all 10 ...I do hate rules ...is that a cliche :)