5 books to help you write your own bestseller
They say readers make the best writers, so if you’re a bookworm with a story to tell, why not give it a shot? These books have all the information you need to pour your imagination onto the page, whether it’s a novel, non-fiction book or even a blog!
On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft by Stephen King
On Writing is legendary author Stephen King’s best-selling memoir-come-masterclass on all things writing. He wrote the book after a horrific car accident almost took his life, leaving him unsure of whether or not he’d ever write again. Well, he did, and this is the result. Critics have praised On Writing for its wise, witty and insightful advice into the craft.
Writing with Quiet Hands: How to Shape Your Writing to Resonate with Readers by Paula Munier
With years of experience as a writing teacher, Paula Munier certainly knows her stuff. In Writing with Quiet Hands, she’ll help you navigate the entire process of book publishing from idea conception to getting your book in stores, as well as explaining how you can fine-tune your prose to get the best reception from your desired audience.
Use Your Words: A Myth-Busting, No-Fear Approach to Writing by Catherine Deveny
Writer and comedian Catherine Deveny has made a name for herself thanks to her fun-filled and smart masterclasses, and now she’s distilled all her wisdom into one easy-to-digest handbook. In it, you’ll learn what creativity and vending machines have in common and how you can bounce back from writer’s block.
Writing Down the Bones: Freeing the Writer Within by Natalie Goldberg
This best-selling book has been around for more than three decades and continues to inspire would-be authors with its blend of practical writing advice and Zen meditation practice – yep, you read that right. With her trademark sense of humour, Goldberg will help you on all aspects of the writing process, from finding the right space to finding the right words.
On Writing Well: The Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction by William Zinsser
If thrillers and romance novels aren’t your thing, then maybe nonfiction is the way to go. There’s no better guide to the world of writing about real life than Zinsser’s On Writing Well, which has just celebrated its 30th anniversary and more than one million copies sold. Whether you want to write about sports, history, business or perhaps a biography, this book is the ideal resource for you.
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