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Dry wit books

Dry wit gives an absurd situation a composed response. Understatement, exact wording and a well-placed observation can do the work of a louder joke. It often rewards the gap between what a character says and what the reader can plainly see.

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Notice whether the wit belongs to the narrator, the dialogue or a character's way of thinking. That voice may accompany a gentle story or a dangerous adventure. Use the genre and tone alongside this label to find the kind of story you want around the jokes.

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