by Zena Dell Lowe @ZenaDellLowe
Adding comedic relief to a story is like seasoning a dish—you don’t want to overdo it, but without it, things can feel bland or overly heavy. A well-placed joke or humorous moment can make dark stories more digestible, sentimental stories more impactful, and all stories more enjoyable since we love characters that bring humor to our lives. But how do you weave comedy into your story without making it feel forced or out of place?
