About Writing


On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft
Bird by Bird
The Elements of Style
Writing Down the Bones: Freeing the Writer Within
On Writing Well: The Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction
Zen in the Art of Writing: Releasing the Creative Genius Within You
The Writing Life: The Classic Essay Collection on the Creative Process
Self-Editing for Fiction Writers: How to Edit Yourself Into Print
A Swim in a Pond in the Rain
Reading Like a Writer: A Guide for People Who Love Books and for Those Who Want to Write Them
Story: Substance, Structure, Style, and the Principles of Screenwriting
Steering the Craft: Exercises and Discussions on Story Writing for the Lone Navigator or the Mutinous Crew
The War of Art
Save the Cat: The Last Book on Screenwriting You'll Ever Need
Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear
T. Hammond
Writing is not about how well you can write the next "Great American Novel," using flawless grammar and snooty punctuation; sometimes, it's only about making someone smile, or laugh out loud. Sometimes, its sharing a fun thought, or putting a vivid life experience on paper so others' can share a great moment that had an impact on you, the author. ...more
T. Hammond

Look seeker, if you love a character, you give them pain, ruin their lives, make them suffer. Maybe even throw in a heroic death!
Varric Tethras

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