The absolute best (and one of the longest and most complete) compendium on the writers craft. Perfect for fiction novelists, but also touches on nonfiction. I’ve now read over 30 books about the craft, and I tell you that if you only want to read one book on writing, make it this one.
Stein On Writing: A Master Editor of Some of the Most Successful Writers of Our Century Shares His Craft Techniques and Strategiesvon Sol SteinSt. Martin's Griffin