On Writing
Stephen King
18 people recommended it in 13 threads, 2010–2023.
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I read a few writing guides this year and was by far freshest.
Most inspirational and compelling book on writing I've read. Half writing advice half King biography all awesome. Will make you consider becoming a novelist.
This a biography masquerading as a book on writing advice... Or its the other way around. Whichever it is, I think it's a great book for any aspiring writer to read. King explains the basics on how to get started, how to persevere and through his experiences, how not to handle success. Full of honesty and simple, effective advice.
The info in here on writing (at least in the style of King) is fantastic, but I think the memoir portions are the killer part of this book. The man certainly has a storied past, for better or worse.
Stephen King's "On Writing" is a masterpiece of a memoir of a man and his craft. My own writing improved significantly as a result of this book.
On Writing by Stephen King - contains a lot great advice and interesting anecdotes for writing fiction but is easily applicable to other mediums, including software development. And, of course, well written.
Stephen King's surprisingly good book on being a professional writer for most of his life.
It's probably the best 'how to write' book ever made. It's King's personal take on the theory of writing, with lessons sprinkled throughout. So good.
Just got done with his memoir/writing guide "On Writing" and it's given me a new appreciation for his style.
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