I love books. Step into my house, and it’s obvious, because they are everywhere! And my office–oh, my! Every inch of wall not covered by windows, doors, or the huge bulletin board above my desk is filled with overflowing bookshelves. Fiction of all kinds, of course, and also evidence of my passion for books on writing. I could probably weed all of them down to a dozen favorites…though I’m always on the prowl for new titles that offer someting special. And boy, have I found some great titles lately!

I’ve come to realize that if James Scott Bell pens a book on writing, I want to be first in line at the store. His Plot & Structure and Revision & Self Editing are two titles that I’d pack if I knew I was going to be stranded on a desert isle. I can’t recommend them highly enough. And now, he has come out with a third– The Art of War for Writers: Fiction Writing Strategies, Tactics and Exercises with perhaps the most unique approach ever–and packed with excellent information and advice. I love this book! And it’s just the right size and price to be a perfect gift for my critique buddies. But shhhhh….don’t tell!

So now, I would just love to hear about your favorites! Fiction…nonfiction….books on writing, or not….

Roxanne