Since I often field the question about a good reference book for business writers, I decided to list some right here:
- The Business Writer's Handbook is an easy reference, as its entries appear in alphabetical order, and they include writing models as well as detail explanations and numerous cross-references.
- Writing That Works has been a long-time standard because its tips are practical and its examples are relevant.
- The Elements of Business Writing mirrors the classic Strunk and White The Elements of Style in structure, but its focus is business writing.
- The Business Style Handbook considers business writing from the perspective of electronic communication better than most business guidebooks.
- The Art of On-the-Job Writing, my book, follows the writing process in shaping a business document from conception to completion.
