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Books about writing
The internet is a good source of information if you know where to look,
but it can't replace a handy reference book on your desk. These are some
of the reference books we use in our office.
Style Manual: for Authors, Editors and
Printers
The Penguin Guide to Plain English
The Synonym Finder
Hey, Whipple, Squeeze This
Troublesome Words
The Design Manual
The Australian Oxford Dictionary
Style Manual: for
Authors, Editors and Printers
(AGPS)
| The 6th edition of the Australian Government
'Style Manual' provides advice on punctuation,
abbreviations, layout and almost anything to do with writing
or printing. The 'Style Manual' is first in this list of resources
for a reason - it is essential for anyone involved in writing
or printing in Australia. Buy it! |
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The Penguin Guide to Plain English
(Harry Blamires)
| 'The Penguin Guide to Plain English'
is a guide that explains good grammar and correct English. It's
not a text book though, being very easy to read and well-structured.
This will help you improve your writing and usage of words. |
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The Synonym Finder
(J.I. Rodale)
| If you have ever been confused trying to
look up entries in Roget's Thesauraus, this book is for you.
'The Synonym Finder' contains over 1 million
synonyms and it works just like a big dictionary. Look up the
words and select from a range of meanings. This will put your
word processor's thesaurus to shame! |
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Hey, Whipple, Squeeze This : A Guide to Creating
Great Ads
(Luke Sullivan)
| Strange title - great book. 'Hey,
Whipple, Squeeze This' has something for everyone involved
in writing good copy, not just those in advertising. If you
are looking for something to renew your enthusiasm and passion
for writing, take a look at this one. |
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Troublesome Words
(Bill Bryson)
| Well-known for his humorous travel writing
('The Lost Continent' and others), Bill Bryson is an experienced
journalist with an enthusiasm for the English language. 'Troublesome
Words' points out some of the common misspellings and
incorrect usage of a range of words, with a good dose of Bryson
irreverence thrown in. |
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The Design Manual
(David Whitbread)
| 'The Design Manual' is a
companion volume to the 'Style Manual', packed with useful information
about designing and setting type. Recommended for anyone involved
in page layout, from beginners to professional graphic designers. |
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The Australian Oxford Dictionary
(Moore)
| 'The Australian Oxford Dictionary'
is our preferred reference source where spelling is concerned.
These days we find it much quicker to use Dictionary.com,
but we still keep the dictionary on hand for emergencies! |
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