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When most people think of writers, they think of fiction writers struggling to produce great novels. With the exception of those very few writers who make bestseller lists, far more writers make a living in technical writing than in any other writing job.

Technical writing is great for writers who have good technical aptitude. Technical writers these days are often software documentation writers, but many are writers documenting hardware (anything from washing machines to aircraft carriers), medical and pharmaceutical products, and other technical subjects.

Of course, you need more than just writing skills to be a good tech writer. You've also got to be able to learn technical material by reading engineering documents (specs in the software business), talk with SMEs (that's Subject Matter Experts), and work with the product (unless it's a nuclear warhead or something similar). Your goal is to acquire a thorough knowledge of the product so you can then turn around and explain it in your document.

Books on technical writing

Here are current top-selling books of interest to technical writers. You can also search Amazon for more books on technical documentation. And you might have a look at some of our related pages, including technical editing, science writing, medical writing, writing online help, document management, project management, Word, FrameMaker, Acrobat, XML, HTML, Visio, Flash, Dreamweaver, and RoboHelp for books on your specialty or preferred tools as a tech writer.


1.		The Elements of Style (4th Edition) from Longman Price: $8.88 Customer Review: I started to get down to the book based on personal recommendation. My professor told me that this book is a must-read and will help us go down to the same path he did. I wanna break the norm that scientists can't write well. This awesome book was originally written by Willim Strunk Jr, in... more info	Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 Click here for more information


2.		The Craft of Research, Third Edition (Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing) from University Of Chicago Press Price: $10.38 Customer Review: If you are into research keep a copy for yourself and nearby your belongings or just about at any place where you sit upon and write your research. This book is by far the most compelling, simple and well written about research methods. It's simplicity may at first be seen as something for... more info	Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 Click here for more information


3.		The Copywriter's Handbook, Third Edition: A Step-By-Step Guide To Writing Copy That Sells from Holt Paperbacks Price: $10.09 Customer Review: If you want to improve your writing skills for print or the web, this is the book that you need to own. This book is all steak with the fat trimmed off, powerful tips and techniques with absolutely no fluff. While some of the techniques included in the book aren't unique to copywriting guides,... more info	Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 Click here for more information


4.		How to Get Ideas from Berrett-Koehler Publishers Price: $11.85 Customer Review: I can't believe I didn't write a review on this book before. I first read a translated version in my native language; then I immediately bought the second edition when I came to the US. As a student, I moved out 5 times, dragging myself through 3 cities but I still keep it. I sold most of my... more info	Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0 Click here for more information


5.		How to Make Patent Drawings: A Patent It Yourself Companion from NOLO Price: $19.79 Customer Review: The bokk is worth 10X the money if you are serious about patents. Seller was professional. Thanks.	Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0 Click here for more information


6.		Resumes for Dummies, Fourth Edition from For Dummies Price: $0.02 Customer Review: I like the book, it's helpful in many ways. I particularly like the lists of useful action words and the examples of resumes and cover letters. That's why I bought it. It goes a little deep into the internet part of job searches but perhaps thats useful for some people.	Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 Click here for more information


7.		Essentials of Business Communication from South-Western College Pub Price: $7.75 Customer Review: Smooth transaction. Got my book on time. Recommend others to buy textbooks from this person.	Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0 Click here for more information


8.		Technical Communication from Bedford/St. Martin's Price: $16.95 Customer Review: Seller had the book shipped and delivered promptly; the day before I needed it. That was excellent timing considering I ordered it later than I should have. My only problem with the book was the relatively high cost. This is attributed to its very recent publication date for this edition,... more info	Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0 Click here for more information


9.	[no image]	Field Guide For Science Writers from San Val Price: $31.85 Customer Review: This collection of articles outlining different aspects of science writing offers a broad spectrum of the field. It covers different professions and offers practical advice great for any technical or professional writer. Its newer version is also great. They complement each other and are... more info	Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0 Click here for more information


10.	[no image]	A Short Guide to Writing About Art from Back Stage Books Customer Review: this book is great--list steps on how to express art using sophisticated words--the best in town!	Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 Click here for more information


11.		Own the Room: Business Presentations that Persuade, Engage, and Get Results from McGraw-Hill Price: $10.82 Customer Review: Put a classically trained actor, an award winning director, and a clinical psychologist together and what do you get? Why a book that should be on every seller's bookshelf, of course. David Booth, Deborah Shames, and Peter Desberg, the authors of Own the Room: Business Presentations that... more info	Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0 Click here for more information


12.		AMA Manual of Style: A Guide for Authors and Editors: Special Online Bundle Package from Oxford University Press, USA Price: $74.52 Customer Review: I'm a medical copy editor so this book is an essential reference in my work. The tenth edition presents up-to-date information in, as usual, a somewhat difficult format---the categories and placement of topics therein don't always seem as user-friendly as they might be. The otherwise excellent... more info	Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 Click here for more information


13.		Handbook of Technical Writing, Ninth Edition from St. Martin's Press Price: $23.14 Customer Review: I largely appreciate the layout of this handbook - everything is alphabetized for quick reference! Provides excellent examples of format and design. This is one of the few college textbooks I actually intend to keep!	Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 Click here for more information


14.		Bookmarks: A Guide to Research and Writing from Longman Publishing Group Price: $23.50 Customer Review: book arrived within a week under my regular shipping option......and it was in great condition...thanx =)	Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0 Click here for more information


15.		Performance Consulting: A Practical Guide for HR and Learning Professionals from Berrett-Koehler Publishers Price: $22.95 Customer Review: To do something without understanding it is a sure recipe for failure. Now in an updated and expanded second addition, "Performance Consulting: A Practical Guide for HR and Learning Professionals" is an informed and informative guide for avoiding commonly encountered Human Resources failures.... more info	Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 Click here for more information


16.		Technical Communication (11th Edition) from Longman Price: $75.00 Customer Review: This book arrived promptly and was in the condition that was specified.Technical Communication (11th Edition)	Customer Rating: 3.5 / 5.0 Click here for more information


17.		The Craft of Scientific Writing from Springer Price: $31.41 Customer Review: Really I love it!!! This book have a lot of examples. Very useful for both not English speakers or the native ones.	Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0 Click here for more information


18.		Professional English from South-Western College Pub Price: $39.99 Customer Review: I am very pleased with my new text book. I am especially glad that I paid extra for the express shipping. I received my book in 2-3 days, just when I needed It. The book has a bit of writting on it, but I knew that when I ordered it. Thanks...till next semester-D	Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0 Click here for more information


19.		Little Brown Compact Handbook from Prentice Hall Health Price: $2.46 Customer Review: I bought this book for the purpose of school but found it can take me way beyond that. A book to keep in your home especially if you have kids. Perfect.	Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0 Click here for more information