The Elements of Styleby William Strunk and E.B. White
In his book On Writing, Stephen King basically said that only good writers, the naturals, can become great writers. I don't know if I agree, because I think there's a lot of ways to improve your writing. Strunk and White covered all the fundamentals in this tiny writing treasure.
I'm disappointed in myself that this is the first time I read Elements of Style. It is a very concise reference tool that is easily read and makes grammar enjoyable. It also is a surefire way to start enriching your writing immediately. I've been writing since the fifth grade in multiple capacities, but when I finished this book I identified a million ways to tighten up my writing.
Although I love On Writing Well by William Zinsser, I think that this little dose of concentrated knowledge is the best writing book I've ever read. It's a handy little book and it reads very quickly, making it the perfect annual refresher for any writer.
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