We spent several hours researching the topic of creative writing. Going through the best resources we could find on the topic “best books on creative writing”. Aggregating in total almost 300 books that were mentioned as “the best book for creative writing” – from the top sources in writing. To help you get a sense of all this information we have developed a comprehensive list that describes what books are frequently mentioned. We believe it is a good indicator to find the best book on creative writing.

#1 On Writing

  recommended by 42%

#2 Zen in the Art of Writing

  recommended by 29%

#3 Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life 1st Edition

  recommended by 29%

#4 On Writing Well, 30th Anniversary Edition: The Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction

  recommended by 29%

#5 The Elements Of Style

  recommended by 29%

#6 The Writing Life

  recommended by 25%

#7 The Forest For The Trees

  recommended by 17%

#8 Plot & Structure

  recommended by 17%

#9 Writing Down The Bones

  recommended by 17%

#10 The War Of Art

  recommended by 17%