Includes index

"An experienced professional copywriter and book author presents simple tips to help anxious writers overcome writer's block, develop ideas, and communicate effectively. Aimed at non-professional writers who write mainly for school, work, or other business-related purposes"--

Not everyone is a natural writer. And sometimes writing an office memo or a wedding speech will paralyze a person with self-doubt. Gelb specializes in helping anxious writers find their voice, and his easy-to-use guide will demystify the writing process. Readers will learn how to sculpt concise sentences, shape well-structured paragraphs, polish a final draft, and combat procrastination. -- adapted from back cover

Introduction -- Step one: See the big picture -- Step two: Getting in gear -- Step three: Tell stories -- Step four: Revel in the amazing, expandable, elastic, evolving sentence -- Step five: Move from draft-to-draft -- Step six: Watch your tone -- Step seven: Do the lapidary work