Q ~ What makes clowns so funny?
A ~ They look funny. They make fun of themselves and we feel sorry for them and also feel a tad superior.
Q ~ What about all those Ronald McDonald clowns?
A ~ They all use idential mannerisms and costumes— and there are hundreds of them, all over. They are very kid-friendly.
Q ~ How did classic serious writers use humor?
A ~ George Bernard Shaw, Somerset Maughm, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle all used comedies of manners. They made fun of social conditions of the times.
Q ~ Since both volumes of SMIRK are funny, how do I know which volume to buy?
A ~ First click on the Order Volume 1 Now and/or Volume 2 Now buttons under the cover pictures at the right. Read the information and samples. Then make your choices to make your purchase.
Q ~ Why did you write the SMIRK books.
A ~ Because it has been fun ! AF