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Good Writing - Neal Allen & Anne Lamott

By Neal Allen & Anne Lamott

Release Date: 2026-03-17

Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines

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THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

36 ways to improve your writing

Two writers show you how to turn a worthy sentence into a memorable one. Starting where The Elements of Style leaves off, Good Writing can improve your book, your essay, your memo, your blog post, speech, or script. These essential rules for persuasive language work on any type of writing, and anyone can learn them quickly.

Each rule is accompanied by examples and a lively pair of essays, the first by Neal Allen, who developed the list of tips over the course of his journalism and corporate careers; the second by his wife, Anne Lamott, acclaimed author of Bird by Bird and nineteen other nonfiction works and novels. The authors donā€™t always agree on the specifics, but they are passionate about making better sentences.

As Neal writes, ā€œThese rules economize, favor the plainspoken and the specific, keep the readerā€™s attention sharp, and in other ways show respect for the audienceā€™s time and desire for novelty.ā€

Some rules are fundamental: Use strong verbs. Remove the boring stuff. Twist clichƩs. Some are more subtle: Draw on all five senses. Give your sentence a finale. Along the way, Good Writing addresses practicalities such as finishing projects despite challenges, trusting editors, and knowing when to break the rules to serve your story.

Whether you're a novice writer or a seasoned author, this entertaining guide will revolutionize your approach to crafting sentences.

Good Writing - Neal Allen & Anne Lamott

By Neal Allen & Anne Lamott

Release Date: 2026-03-17

Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines

(0 ratings)
Read Download
THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

36 ways to improve your writing

Two writers show you how to turn a worthy sentence into a memorable one. Starting where The Elements of Style leaves off, Good Writing can improve your book, your essay, your memo, your blog post, speech, or script. These essential rules for persuasive language work on any type of writing, and anyone can learn them quickly.

Each rule is accompanied by examples and a lively pair of essays, the first by Neal Allen, who developed the list of tips over the course of his journalism and corporate careers; the second by his wife, Anne Lamott, acclaimed author of Bird by Bird and nineteen other nonfiction works and novels. The authors donā€™t always agree on the specifics, but they are passionate about making better sentences.

As Neal writes, ā€œThese rules economize, favor the plainspoken and the specific, keep the readerā€™s attention sharp, and in other ways show respect for the audienceā€™s time and desire for novelty.ā€

Some rules are fundamental: Use strong verbs. Remove the boring stuff. Twist clichƩs. Some are more subtle: Draw on all five senses. Give your sentence a finale. Along the way, Good Writing addresses practicalities such as finishing projects despite challenges, trusting editors, and knowing when to break the rules to serve your story.

Whether you're a novice writer or a seasoned author, this entertaining guide will revolutionize your approach to crafting sentences.

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