Favorite books on writing

[Shannon Chenoweth]

I just read some awesome books recently about writing and creativity. "Wild Mind" by Natalie Goldberg, "Tao of Writing" by Ralph Wahlstrom, "Creativity" by Osho and "Bird by Bird" by Anne Lamott.
I was really into the Osho book, he had some real interesting things to say about the mind and ego. I'm going to look for more of his books. And, Goldberg's stuff is great. I'm about to dive into "Writing Down the Bones."

What are some of your favorite books on writing and creativity? Have you read anything new that really inspired you on your craft?

[YouStayClassy]

Crucify me for such a mainstream and non-cool kid choice, but this really is a phenomenal book I still read every few months.

[Shannon Chenoweth]

I've got that and will read it soon. I just have so many books I want to read.

[Dark Sasha]

I don't believe in them, frankly.

[xyzzy]

I've read Bird by Bird by Lamott and I enjoyed it.

[Marc Lombardi]

Crucify me for such a mainstream and non-cool kid choice, but this really is a phenomenal book I still read every few months.

Agreed 100%

Also -- Strunk & White's "The Elements of Style" just to learn basic grammar and style. It should be a staple for all shorts of writers.

[Jef UK]

I read Bird By Bird as an assignment for a class.

As a writer, I have no interest in reading books about writing.

[haloJONES]

I've heard good things about this book.
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[Shannon Chenoweth]

I don't believe in them, frankly.

Here's the thing, good writing books don't tell you or give you rules. They encourage you along your journey. This is why I enjoyed Tao of Writing and like Goldberg's books. Very zen.

[Mr. E!]

I like The Writer's Handbook. It is an annual book that runs to the practical, with names and contact numbers of agents and publishers, but every edition has a plethora of articles from writers about the craft.