Charles WillefordJust tell the truth, and they'll accuse you of writing black humor.
About This Quote
The advice to tell the truth and not try to be funny implies that people are too easily offended. If you are honest, people will accuse you of writing black humor, which is a form of humor that is cruel and upsetting.
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