Comedy writer
David Misch's literary works resonate with laughter and insight. His book "A Beginner’s Guide To Corruption" earned high praise from Penn Jillette of Penn & Teller, who called Misch "one funny mother..." Daniel Klein, a New York Times best-selling author, hailed it as “hilarious!" Misch's "Funny: The Book: Everything You Always Wanted To Know About Comedy" has been deemed by many as the definitive guide to comedy, with the legendary Carl Reiner dubbing it "the perfect bedside book".
Beyond his books, Misch's creative footprint extends far and wide. He's been published in prestigious outlets like The American Bystander and anthologies including "May Contain Nuts" and "Faith: Believers, Agnostics, and Atheists Confront the Big Questions”, and he wrote the forward to "Robin Williams: The Man and His Films". Misch's sharp wit has graced platforms such as The Huffington Post, Vulture, and the National Lampoon, where his humorous voice shines brightly.
A Pomona College alumnus, Misch cut his teeth in Boston, honing his craft through political satire and as a stand-up comedian and folk singer. Named "Best Comedian In Boston" by Boston Magazine, Misch eventually journeyed to California, where he contributed to the Emmy-nominated "Mork & Mindy" and co-wrote the pilot for David Letterman's inaugural talk-show venture.
Misch's creative spectrum spans television and film, with credits that include the syndicated series "Monsters" (Banff International Television Festival competitor), the iconic "Police Squad!" series, and the widely acclaimed "She Spies" (Time Magazine's "5 TV Spies To Love"). In the film domain, Misch has left his mark as a consultant on "The Muppets Take Manhattan" and with screenplays for major studios like MGM and Touchstone.
His teachings on comedy have reached esteemed institutions worldwide, from the University of Southern California to Oxford University. Misch's insights on the art of comedy have captivated audiences at prestigious events and festivals globally.