Good Book About Writing

Have you ever dreamed of writing the great American novel? Before you sit down to write it you may want to read Elmore Leonard's 10 Rules of Writing. It's a great resource for aspiring writers. Leonard spells out what to avoid when putting your story together, especially cliches. For instance, he says that you should never start off a story by describing the weather. Leonard, the author of countless books, offers quick advice and direction that's easy to swallow as well as entertaining.

While I like the book, I wouldn't suggest buying it. It's under 90 pages and that includes a lot of illustrations. Originally it was an article in the New York Times. I read the book in about 10 minutes. I suggest either getting it from a library or reading it a bookstore. Then decide if you want a copy. It would make a good gift for a friend as well.