Read more, write better

January 19th, 2010 by Nick Ciske

One thing most authors can do to improve their craft is… read more.

Conferences, seminars, mentoring, etc. are all wonderful, but reading great writing helps you walk in the footsteps of literary giants.

Chip MacGregor recently unveiled his recommended reading list for writers (clear your calendars!).

The MacGregor Recommended Reading List for Writers

What books have inspired you on your writing journey?


 

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Nick Ciske

Nick Ciske is the co-founder of Believers Press and has been developing web sites in various capacities for over ten years. After a five year stint at the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association he ended up at Bethany Press International. Now a book geek, he helps Christians publish their books by creating new publishing solutions and partnerships.

One Response to “Read more, write better”

  1. Rebekah says:

    Books by Charles Spurgeon, Alexander McClaren, Amy Carmichael. “Streams in the Desert”. I keep picking up “The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah” by Albert Edersheim but, since I tend to be more of a studier than reader, I get bogged down in it because I seem to want to memorize all the glorious gems that he brings forth…