Reading helps you develop your skills as a writer. These are the books that I find myself coming back to time and again, and I’ve always learned something new.
Writing Down the Bones, by Natalie Goldberg
This book is filled with practical insights and exercises that have transformed my writing. I’ve underlined, drew stars, and scribbled my notes on all the pages. It’s that good. The result is that writer’s block is significantly less frequent and the blank page is way less intimidating with these tools in my pocket.
Full of wit and wisdom, Lamott gets real about what it takes to be a writer. You’ll be nodding along with her stories and smiling as you find yourself in them, too. She immerses you in a writer’s lifestyle and guides you through the inevitable difficulties and the joyous rewards of writing.
How To Write A Good Advertisement, by Victor O. Schwab
Though this book is specific to copywriters, all writers can benefit from the principles and psychology of marketing to deliver words with impact. Schwab is a master at the craft, and his book is a time-honored classic in the copywriting industry.
I think you’ll find these books as helpful as I have.
What books would you add to this list?
