: Re: Book recommendation for keeping writing specific / concrete My job requires formal writing, however after self-review, I found that my writing does not have enough substance. This was confirmed

'On Writing Well' by William Zinsser has some good advice about improving your writing. 'Elements of Style' is dated but has some good ideas. (I picked up a second-hand copy for a couple of pounds.)

However, you might find it more useful to use digital tools to check your work. Look at the recommendations they make and see if you agree. You could try Grammarly, ProWriting Aid, Hemingway Editor or Language Tool. All have their strengths and weaknesses. All have a free version that is useful. I use them all at different times, depending upon what I want to check.

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