Write harder: how to write clear, compelling and charming non-fiction

by Uri Bram

Tired of reading advice that's either vague and vapid or concrete but utterly petty? Write Harder brings you real, actionable insights about how to write non-fiction that truly connects with its readers.

Unknown Binding

First published January 1, 2014

About the author

Uri Bram writes popular non-fiction with a conceptual approach to mathematical, scientific and analytical thinking.

Bram's first book, Thinking Statistically, shows how to use key statistical concepts informally in everyday life: it has been described as an "excellent read about basic statistical issues... very accessible to even those without a math background," "a great introductory primer, a good basis point to go deeper, or a short read that's humorous," and "a small gem, highly recommended."

Reviews

[Liz Wager · Rating 4 out of 5]

I look forward to moving this from 'currently reading' to my 'read' shelf quite soon but this depends on when the rest of the book gets written. I've never bought an unfinished book before, but I like the concept and, after all, Dickens sold his work in installments, so it's hardly a new idea. I bought the book largely because of a single word in the title: "charming". So much non-fiction (and the medical stuff I have to read) is charmless. Let's start a campaign for charm in science writing!

“True ease in writing comes from art, not chance,
As those move easiest who have learn'd to dance.”
Pope's Essay on Criticism