Writing books is so much fun, but it can also be a daunting task, especially when you first start. When I first started writing novels, I put together a small collection of books to reference to help keep me on track and give myself the best chance at success. These books have remained essential to my writing process, and recently I have added a few more to the pile. If you are new to writing or just looking for some excellent writing craft and career books, here is a list of