Writing for Designers

A Book Apart Briefs #9

by Scott Kubie

From product documentation to menu labels to marketing emails, writing for the web can feel challenging—even insurmountable. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Whether you’re new to writing or looking to hone your skills, Scott Kubie’s guide will empower you to get organized and get going. Learn to scope and articulate writing assignments, build a repeatable workflow, and develop methods for productive editing, collaboration, version control, and delivery. Don't struggle with writing—get the writing done.

Genres: Design, Writing, Nonfiction, Business

65 pages, ebook

Published October 16, 2018

Reviews

[Setphen · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's short, but isn't missing anything. What would you expect from a book about copy writing? If you're looking for tips and techniques to improve your writing, this is a great little book. It's definitely a book I can see myself keeping on my desk to reference when I get stuck while filling in those pesky boxes in my wireframes.

[David Cusack · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am always trying to find ways to improve my writing. This book is one of the few I have read that lays out a useful framework for you to follow.

[Chloé Thibaux · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read: concise and impactful, hands-on and practical. Can't wait to share it with my product designers to help scale UX writing ❤️

[Evan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lots of good stuff in here, especially for someone who's trying to learn more about copywriting or UXD. There's a lot of fluff and outdated references in here, though, and Kubie's tone is all over the place. I wish someone had told him that he didn't need to make a cringey joke every other page. He's an engaging writer and teacher, but a bad comedian.

[Jrene · Rating 5 out of 5]

For writers: Don’t expect rocket science. But it gives you a quick and easy to understand refresh of the most important things in the writing process.
For people new to writing: Very helpful resource to start writing and take away the fear.
Will keep it close to my desk for reference.

[Tyler · Rating 5 out of 5]

A quick, digestible guide on how to effectively approach writing. It focuses more so on the process (prepare, compose, edit, and finish) rather than specific writing tips and tricks

Will definitely be referring back to this in the future.

[Gaz · Rating 3 out of 5]

A bit lightweight, but reinforces the structural, 'designed' approach to writing. A decent short read.

[Ames · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great resource for UX Designers and UX Writers. It's a full over-the-shoulder look at UX writing, including walkthroughs for new writers, and workflows and tools for old writers.

[Tiago · Rating 4 out of 5]

Short and to the point, your mind will not be blown but it does present some tricks and tips to get better at writing in general and has a designer specifically.

[Natalia Torres Behar · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s an interesting and easy to read book. I think it gives very useful and practical tips on how to write, but I would’ve liked some more specific information about UX writing.

[Harold Maduro · Rating 5 out of 5]

Un par de tips en cómo mejorar el proceso de escritura para textos de web, app (descripciones de productos, onboarding, CTAs, etc).

[Bec · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great framework for writing in digital products.

[Riikka Iivanainen · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book is about how to approach writing as a designer. Most of the topics were familiar to me (I'm a content designer), but it's an enjoyable little book.