Whether you’re an aspiring writer or seasoned wordsmith, one thing that’s never in short supply — or demand — is inspiration. The muse. Luckily, there’s no shortage of inspiring thoughts or advice on “writing,” be it on various blogs or online sources, or, if you’re willing to dig a bit deeper, in copious heaps of books.
When it comes to the latter, you may ask yourself, “What are the best books on writing?” And to that there is no straightforward answer. Everyone, arguably, has a different response to this question. I know I’ve generated my own preference on a few “go-to” reads on this topic, but I’ve also read plenty of books I feel that actually hinder the creative process because they made me second guess myself — a gateway to self doubt, which walks a fine line with fear, and when combined the two can pose as the ultimate enemy to any form of creativity. [Read more…] about What Are the Best Books on Writing?