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William Zinsser: On Writing Well (Paperback, 2016, Harper Perennial) 4 stars

On Writing Well has been praised for its sound advice, its clarity and the warmth …

Review of 'On Writing Well' on 'Goodreads'

4 stars

Helpful and interesting. Aside from all of the technical lessons, Zinsser’s attitude towards writing is so encouraging. He continually reminds you that writing should be clear and enjoyable, and that you are more than capable of writing well. He detests prose that’s flowery or scholarly just for the sake of it. Since a variety of nonfiction styles are covered (science writing, sports writing, etc), enthusiasm may vary by chapter. But there’s killer advice throughout, and it’s worth owning for reference.