Saturday, April 5, 2014

E is for ELEMENTS OF STYLE

 

So … you want to be a writer? Where do you start? How do you get there? No worries. This month I’ll be sharing my A to Z list of writer’s resources: books, blogs, and beyond! Check back each day to find helpful resources for improving your writing and navigating your way through the publishing industry.


E is for ELEMENTS OF STYLE by Strunk and White

When I attended my first writers' conference, one of the most helpful tips was to read this little book. What a timeless gem. I continue to read it multiple times during manuscript revisions to keep it fresh in my memory. 


Is there a book you refer back to often to help you with your writing?

11 comments:

  1. I do have this book but I'm sorry to say I haven't read it in full. Must rectify that!

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  2. Yup, I have an old copy, well worn.

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  3. Fabulous book. I got it in college and still refer to it.

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  4. Visiting from A-Z...thank you so much for stopping by my blog and commenting! I always thought I'd be a decent proofreader...do they even have those anymore?
    I'm going to share your blog with a friend of mine who is a high school reading teacher; I think she would enjoy it!

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  5. I absolutely love the Elements of Style. It's such a great resource for writers.

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  6. I have this book as well. My biggest problem with writing is not putting fingers to keys :)

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  7. I believe I will have to visit your blog after this month is over and save all the books to my TBR. :)

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  8. I will definetely look up this book.. thank you for the reco

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  9. Elements of Style was part of my F post Fire Up Your Writing Style. My copy is so worn, I should probably buy a new one. But I have so many notes written in the margins, guess I'll keep it.
    Gail visiting for AtoZ Tuesday is G for Gyrating Hips and Blue Suede Shoes

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