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Click on any topic to find dozens, or even hundreds, of related books at Internet Archive (archive.org). Publication dates range from 1800s to 2024. Download pre-1930 books, and register at Internet Archive for free to read modern books online.
Foundational Writing Skills Free Books Collections
This group focuses on the core elements of effective writing, providing a solid base for various writing styles.
English Language Composition & Exercises Study Guides
English Language Rhetoric Books
English Language Rhetoric: Handbooks, manuals, etc. Books Free Resources
English Language Style: Handbooks, manuals, etc. Books
English Language Usage: Handbooks, Manuals, etc. Free Books
Writing Books
English Language Free Textbooks for Foreign Speakers
Academic Writing & Research
This section gathers resources specifically for academic papers, research, and scholarly communication.
Business & Professional Communication eBook Collections
This group targets writing skills essential for the workplace and professional interactions.
Business Communication Books Free
Business Proposal Writing Books
Business Report Writing Books Free
Business Writing Books
Commercial Correspondence Books
Commercial Correspondence – Handbooks, Manuals, etc. Books
Commercial Style Books
Government Report Writing Free Books
Management Communication Books
Memorandums Books
Technical Writing eBooks
Creative Writing & Storytelling Free eBooks
This section focuses on the art of crafting narratives, exploring different genres and techniques.
Writing for Specific Purposes & Media
This group includes writing tailored for particular contexts or platforms.
The Writer’s Craft & Process Free Book Collections
This section delves into the skills and practices involved in the act of writing itself.
Open Access PDF Books and Textbooks on Writing
Open Access books and other materials are mostly from recent years, and were placed in the public domain by authors or publishers. We have several collections; each with a different mix of materials. They include textbooks, academic books, online courses, classroom lesson plans, articles, and more. You can read it all online, and can download most items. Click a topic to open a collection of free resources.
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