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3 years, 4 months ago about Writing

What are you favorite "how to write" and other "being a writer" type books?

Why are these books your favorites? Do you refer to them often, or were they a "one time" read?
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andy | 3 years, 4 months ago
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Here are two books that are great for aspiring writers. They don't give too many specifics on the technical aspects of writing...more about the creative side and on "being a writer." Both are great reads though.

1. Stephen King - "On Writing"
Even if you don't care for King as a writer, he has a great way of explaining the mystery craft of writing and why he is able to produce so much content and come up with such unique ideas.
http://www.amazon.com/Writing-Stephen-King/dp/0743455967
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2. Anne Lamont - "Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life"
Very funny and touching. Uses many examples from her own life and delves into the questions of not only "what" we write, but "why" we write.
http://www.amazon.com/Bird-Some-Instructions-Writing-Life/dp/0385480016
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elly2222 | 3 years, 4 months ago Report

I agree-Lamott's book really helps you look at the day-to-day of writing.

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bbrookin | 3 years, 4 months ago
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I enjoyed "No Plot? No Problem! A Low-Stress, High-Velocity Guide to Writing a Novel in 30 Days" by Chris Baty. It was amusing, made mountains into molehills, and was a fast read. The author pioneered National Novel Writing Month, aka NaNoWriMo, which is an excellent exercise to kick writer's block to the curb. I outlined the key points in the book on my computer for future reference, then gave the book to a friend. He also loved it, and passed it on again. As far as I know, it's still being passed around. Good luck in your writing endeavors!
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darth continent | 3 years, 4 months ago
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One I'm reading currently is "The Artist's Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity".

I'd like to do more creative writing but often feel unsure of myself. This book offers some great suggestions to help you connect with your creativity and nurture it.
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