21 Great Books for Working Writers

Discover 21 must-read books for working writers to sharpen your craft, boost productivity, and master storytelling. Essential reads for every serious author.

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Writing Down the Bones

by Natalie Goldberg

Offers advice on writing creatively, discusses the importance of discipline, and suggests writing exercises.
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Bird by Bird

by Anne Lamott

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An essential volume for generations of writers young and old. The twenty-fifth anniversary edition of this modern classic will continue …
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The Art of Fiction

by John Gardner

This classic guide, from the renowned novelist and professor, has helped transform generations of aspiring writers into masterful writers—and will continue to do so for …
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On Becoming a Novelist

by John W Gardner

"One of the greatest creative writing teachers we've ever had." —Frederick Busch On Becoming a Novelist contains the wisdom accumulated during John Gardner's distinguished twenty-year …
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A Natural History of the Senses

by Diane Ackerman

Diane Ackerman's lusciously written grand tour of the realm of the senses includes conversations with an iceberg in Antarctica and a professional nose in New …
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The Chicago Manual of Style

by University of Chicago. Press

Provides information on manuscript preparation, punctuation, spelling, quotations, captions, tables, abbreviations, references, bibliographies, notes, and indexes, with sections on journals and electronic media.
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