Description

There's certainly no shortage of satire-friendly material in the world. However, even though I'm a huge fan of satire, it can be hard to pull off. I describe the different forms of satire, provide tips on writing good satire, and suggest what aspiring satire writers may want to steer clear of.

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Helpful links:

• Definition of satire: https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/satire
• "How to Write a Satire": https://www.wikihow.com/Write-a-Satire
• "What Is Horatian Satire?" by Alan Rankin: https://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-horatian-satire.htm
• "What Is Juvenalian Satire?" by Todd Podzemny: https://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-juvenalian-satire.htm
• "Five Things You Should Know about Writing Satire," by Luke Edley: https://thanetwriters.com/essay/style/five-things-you-should-know-about-writing-satire/
• "An Introduction to Satire: A Modest Proposal," by Kellie McGann: https://thewritepractice.com/introduction-to-satire/
• "Tips and Tricks for Writing a Good Satirical Essay," by Amanda Smith: https://www.brighthubeducation.com/help-with-writing/71523-how-to-write-a-satirical-essay/
• "Ten Tips on How to Write Satire," by Hugh Holub: http://www.bandersnatch.com/how_to_write_satire.htm
• "Difference Between Satire and Comedy," by Hasa: https://pediaa.com/difference-between-satire-and-comedy/
• "Satire Is Often Nasty, Harmful, and Grotesquely Abusive," by John Allemang: https://www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/satire-is-often-nasty-harmful-and-grotesquely-abusive/article22389814/

Just for fun:

• Molly Shannon: https://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/video/jeannie-darcy/n12144
• Cheri Oteri: https://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/video/nadeen-at-wilsons/3505921