I’ve read quite a few books on the craft of writing. I loved this particular book because it was practical, concise and reader friendly. I liked the fact that many different writers and industry professionals contributed to the book, because it offered different insights into all aspects of writing, editing, publishing and marketing. There are also quite a few examples and exercises to elaborate on the topics of each chapter. Although the focus is commercial fiction, with an emphasis on romance, I think all writers would benefit from the knowledge of these professionals. Even though I’m currently writing nonfiction, I learned valuable information about the publishing industry. All contributors emphasized that hard work and practicing your craft is essential, but the tone of the book was still kind and encouraging – which I truly appreciated!