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  • The Sense of Style

    The Thinking Person's Guide to Writing in the 21st Century

    by Steven Pinker ...
    Bad writing can't be blamed on the Internet, or on 'the kids today'. Good writing has always been hard: a performance requiring pretense, empathy, and a drive for coherence. In The Sense of Style, cognitive scientist and linguist Steven Pinker uses the latest scientific insights to bring us a style and usage guide for the 21st century. What do skilful writers know about the link between syntax and ... Read more

    S$ 15.03 SGD

  • The Art of Explanation

    How to Communicate with Clarity and Confidence

    by Ros Atkins ...
    **From BBC presenter and journalist Ros Atkins, creator of the viral 'Ros Atkins on...' explainer videos and host of the forthcoming BBC Radio 4 podcast 'Communicating with Ros Atkins'**'A great read for polishing your communication skills' FORBES'For all those who want their audiences to listen and understand' JEREMY BOWEN'Precision, deftness and a calming expertise' THE TIMESDo you worry about ... Read more

    S$ 18.85 SGD

  • The Artist's Way

    A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity

    by Julia Cameron ...
    'A really good starting point to discover what lights you up' - Emma Gannon'Unlock your inner creativity and ease your anxiety' Daily TelegraphTHE MULTI-MILLION-COPY WORLDWIDE BESTSELLERSince its first publication, The Artist's Way has inspired the genius of Elizabeth Gilbert, Tim Ferriss, Reese Witherspoon, Kerry Washington and millions of readers to embark on a creative journey and find a deeper ... Read more

    S$ 22.99 SGD

  • On Writing

    A Memoir of the Craft

    by Stephen King ...
    There is a reason why Stephen King is one of the bestselling writers in the world, ever. Described in the Guardian as 'the most remarkable storyteller in modern American literature', Stephen King writes books that draw you in and are impossible to put down.Part memoir, part master class by one of the bestselling authors of all time, this superb volume is a revealing and practical view of the ... Read more

    S$ 16.45 SGD

  • The Elements of Style: Classic Edition (2018)

    With Editor's Notes, New Chapters & Study Guide

    by William Strunk Jr., Richard De A'Morelli ...
    This Classic Edition commemorates the 100-year anniversary of William Strunk's grammar primer, The Elements of Style. Generations of writers have learned the basics of grammar from Strunk’s little book. It was rated “one of the 100 most influential books written in English” by Time in 2011, and iconic author Stephen King recommended it as a grammar primer that all aspiring writers should read ... Read more

    S$ 5.00 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Plain Words

    by Rebecca Gowers, Ernest Gowers ...
    'Be short, be simple, be human.'When Sir Ernest Gowers first wrote Plain Words, it was intended simply as a guide to the proper use of English for the Civil Service. Within a year, however, its humour, charm and authority had made it a bestseller. Since then it has never been out of print.Six decades on, writer Rebecca Gowers has created a new edition of this now-classic work that both revises and ... Read more

    S$ 15.03 SGD

  • Digital Zettelkasten

    Principles, Methods, & Examples

    by David Kadavy ...
    Are you an academic, author, or blogger or anyone else who wants to make writing a breeze?The Zettelkasten method is the perfect way to harness the power of technology to remember what you read and boost creativity. Invented in the 16th century, and practiced to its fullest extent by a German sociologist who wrote more than seventy books and hundreds of articles, the Zettelkasten method is ... Read more

    S$ 9.65 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Writing with Style

    The Economist Guide

    by Lane Greene ...
    THE ONE MILLION COPY BESTSELLERWhy are the best words short and old? Why are full stops a writer's best friend? How can we simplify, then exaggerate? And what exactly are dangling modifiers?We'd all like to write with style.But what does that mean, and what can we learn from The Economist, a publication well known for its clarity and flair?Welcome to Writing wit... ... Read more

    S$ 14.92 SGD

  • A Story is a Deal

    How to use the science of story to motivate and persuade

    by Will Storr ...
    A fascinating exploration of how to use the power of storytelling to create irresistible pitches, build passionate brand loyalty, motivate teams and lead with charisma.'Will Storr is a genius' Rory Sutherland'A captivating and enlightening read . . Will Storr is an unusually talented and insightful writer' Adam Grant'Storr shares profound insights' Seth Godin'Whip smart, insightful and ridiculo... ... Read more

    S$ 18.85 SGD

  • The Emotion Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Character Expression

    Second Edition

    by Becca Puglisi, Angela Ackerman ...
    Series Book 1 - Writers Helping Writers Series
    The bestselling Emotion Thesaurus, often hailed as “the gold standard for writers” and credited with transforming how writers craft emotion, has now been expanded to include 55 new entries!One of the biggest struggles for writers is how to convey emotion to readers in a unique and compelling way. When showing our characters’ feelings, we often use the first idea that comes to mind, and they end up ... Read more

    S$ 9.65 SGD

  • Art & Fear

    Observations on the Perils (and Rewards) of Artmaking

    by David Bayles, Ted Orland ...
    THE WORLDWIDE BESTSELLER - A VITAL GUIDE TO CREATIVITY, OVERCOMING OBSTACLES AND MAKING YOUR WORK NO MATTER WHAT'Filled with insights that every artist and creator needs to hear' JAMES CLEAR'I've stolen tons of inspiration from this book ... and so will you' AUSTIN KLEON'The antidote to our creative ailments' DEBBIE MILLMAN**'The ultimate pep talk for artist... ... Read more

    S$ 15.03 SGD

  • Oxford Modern English Grammar

    by Bas Aarts ...
    Oxford Modern English Grammar is Oxford's brand new and definitive guide to English grammar. This book has been written by a leading expert in the field, covers both British and American English, and makes use of authentic spoken and written examples. Arranged in four clear parts for ease of use, its comprehensive coverage ranges from the very basic to the most complex aspects of grammar, all of ... Read more

    S$ 30.18 SGD

  • Creating Character Arcs: The Masterful Author's Guide to Uniting Story Structure, Plot, and Character Development

    by K.M. Weiland ...
    Series Book 7 - Helping Writers Become Authors
    Powerful Character Arcs Create Powerful StoriesHave you written a story with an exciting concept and interesting characters—but it just isn’t grabbing the attention of readers or agents? It’s time to look deeper into the story beats that create realistic and compelling character arcs. Internationally published, award-winning novelist K.M. Weiland shares her acclaimed method for achieving memorable ... Read more

    S$ 10.32 SGD

  • Storyteller

    Writing Lessons and More from 27 Years of the Clarion Writers' Workshop

    by Kate Wilhelm ...
    “Wilhelm really knows students and knows how to teach them to craft a professional story.”—The OregonianPart memoir, part writing manual, Storyteller is an affectionate account of how the Clarion Writers’ Workshop began, what Kate Wilhelm learned, and how she passed a love of the written word on to generations of writers. Includes writing exercises and advice. A Hugo and Locus award winner. ... Read more

    S$ 10.67 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Turning Pro

    Tap Your Inner Power and Create Your Life's Work

    by Steven Pressfield ...
    The Follow-up to Steven Pressfield's bestselling THE WAR OF ART"You don't need to take a course or buy a product. All you have to do is change your mind." -- Steven PressfieldTURNING PRO IS FREE, BUT IT'S NOT EASYWhen we turn pro, we give up a life that we may have become extremely comfortable with. WE give up a self that we have come to identify with and to call our own.TURNING PRO IS FREE, BUT ... Read more

    S$ 13.80 SGD

  • 7 FIGURE FICTION

    How to Use Universal Fantasy to SELL Your Books to ANYONE

    by T. Taylor ...
    Series Book 1 - universal fantasy®: butter up your writing
    There are only, in my humble opinion, two kinds of readers.Readers who love your books.and…Readers who don’t know they love your books yet.But how do you reach those readers in the second category, no matter what kind of writer you are?The answer to that question is…Universal FantasyUniversal Fantasy is why my sales tripled when I “ac... ... Read more

    S$ 13.80 SGD

  • How to Write Dazzling Dialogue

    The Fastest Way to Improve Any Manuscript

    by James Scott Bell ...
    Series Book 5 - Bell's Knockout Fiction Series
    There is one sure-fire way of improving your novel fast ...You may know the fundamentals of how to write fiction. You may be more than competent in plot, structure and characters. But if your dialogue is dull it will drag the whole story down.On the other hand, if your dialogue is crisp and full of tension it immediately grabs the reader. And if that reader is an agent or editor, sharp dialogue ... Read more

    S$ 6.89 SGD

  • New Worlds, Year One

    A Writer's Guide to the Art of Worldbuilding

    by Marie Brennan ...
    Series Book 1 - New Worlds
    Step into a world of your own making . . .Worldbuilding is one of the great pleasures of writing science fiction and fantasy -- and also one of its greatest challenges. Award-winning fantasy author Marie Brennan draws on her academic training in anthropology to peel back the layers of a setting, going past the surface details to explore questions many authors never think to answer. She invites you ... Read more

    S$ 5.51 SGD

  • Eats, Shoots and Leaves

    by Lynne Truss ...
    Anxious about the apostrophe? Confused by the comma? Stumped by the semicolon? Join Lynne Truss on a hilarious tour through the rules of punctuation that is sure to sort the dashes from the hyphens.We all had the basic rules of punctuation drilled into us at school, but punctuation pedants have good reason to suspect they never sank in. ‘Its Summer!’ screams a sign that sets our teeth on edge. ... Read more

    S$ 11.33 SGD

  • First You Write a Sentence.

    The Elements of Reading, Writing … and Life.

    by Joe Moran ...
    A STYLE GUIDE BY STEALTH - HOW ANYONE CAN WRITE WELL (AND FULLY ENJOY GOOD WRITING)**'**Joe Moran is a wonderfully sharp writer, calm, precise and quietly comical' Craig BrownAdvanced maths has no practical use, and is understood by few. A symphony can be enjoyed, but created only by a genius. Good writing, however, can be written (and read) by anyone if we give it the gift of our time.Enter ... Read more

    S$ 15.03 SGD

  • Rogues, Widows and Orphans

    Mischief and Misadventures in the World of Books

    by Rebecca Lee ...
    'Fascinating' DAILY MAIL'Word nerds, assemble! This is the book for us' LUCY MANGAN'A delightfully impish book of behind-the-scenes literary mishaps' SUNDAY TIMESIt's a long journey from a writer's mind to a finished book - and a lot needs to go right along the way. But isn't it more interesting when things go wrong? With an expert Penguin editor as your guide, dive into the dark-side of t... ... Read more

    S$ 24.51 SGD

  • A Dictionary of Modern English Usage:The Classic First Edition

    The Classic First Edition

    by H. W. Fowler ...
    Series series Oxford World's Classics
    No book had more influence on twentieth-century attitudes to the English language in Britain than Henry Fowler's Dictionary of Modern English Usage. It rapidly became the standard work of reference for the correct use of English in terms of choice of words, grammar, and style. Much loved for his firm opinions, passion, and dry humour, Fowler has stood the test of time and is still considered the ... Read more

    S$ 15.79 SGD

  • The Writer's Little Book of Naming

    Tips and Tricks for People, Places, and Things

    by Marie Brennan ...
    Series series Writer's Little Books
    Names and terms in a fictional setting should ideally be more than just random sounds thrown together. Award-winning fantasy author Marie Brennan leverages her anthropological background and her experience with seven different languages to guide you through the social side of naming: how it can reflect everything from gender to geographical origin, implying a whole three-dimensional world behind ... Read more

    S$ 1.37 SGD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Dreyer’s English: An Utterly Correct Guide to Clarity and Style

    The UK Edition

    by Benjamin Dreyer ...
    'An utterly delightful book to read, Dreyer's English will stand among the classics on how to use the English language properly.' ELIZABETH STROUT'A complete joy. For those who care about words - and for those who don't - Dreyer's English is the book we have all been waiting for. Wise, funny, no-nonsense, stylish and brilliantly practical.' RACHEL JOYCE_____________An indispensable, New York ... ... Read more

    S$ 17.43 SGD