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Writing Rediscovered
Nine Concepts to Transform Your Relationship with Writing
“Every single transaction of an entrepreneurial journey is fueled by some form of writing. Many people struggle to write these well because they misunderstand what writing is—or they draw on school-based rules that just don’t work. This book is a radical step to rethinking how writing can fuel your enterprise.” “There are few people who have more influenced my thinking—and writing—than Elizabeth Wardle. She helps you understand that everything you want to get done happens through writing, and shows you how to use writing more effectively. All lifelong learners and professionals will want to read this book.” —Ruth Milligan, Founder of Articulation and co-author of The Motivated Speaker “At a time when the temptation to outsource writing to AI is stronger than ever, Elizabeth Wardle delivers a compelling case for the irreplaceable value of practicing the craft ourselves. An urgent and important read for anyone who cares about the power of human expression.” —Sara Connell, Bestselling author and founder of Thought Leader Academy “If, like many people, you think you can’t write, you must read this book. Elizabeth Wardle will show you what you didn't realize you already knew, and guide you to a new and productive relationship with writing.” —Elaine Maimon, President Emeritus of Governors State University, author of A Writer’s Resource, 7th edition, higher education columnist for The Philadelphia Citizen “Elizabeth Wardle provides a wise, practical, and inspiring guide to the craft—and the very human work—of writing. Whether writing is your nemesis or your passion, this book will help you become an even more skillful and confident writer.” —Peter Felten, Executive Director of the Center for Engaged Learning, Professor of History, and Assistant Provost for Teaching and Learning at Elon University, author of seven books about undergraduate education, Fellow of the Gardner Institute
—Jason Feifer, Editor in Chief of Entrepreneur
"After writing and publishing six novels, I still have voices telling me I can’t write—that’s why Elizabeth Wardle wrote Writing Rediscovered. From the first page of this exceptional guide, Wardle not only assures you that, yes, you can write, but that you have the power to continually hone and improve your craft. Wardle takes you on a journey of discovery that helps isolate the voices that hold you back, while nourishing your strengths. This is a book for everyone and anyone, one that will redefine your relationship with the written word." —Edwin Hill, Edgar and Agatha Award–nominated author of six novels including Who to Believe and What Happened Next, faculty member at the Emerson College MFA Program, former Vice President and Editorial Director at Bedford/St. Martin’s
Elizabeth Wardle (Author)
9781394358625, Wiley
Hardback, published 22 September 2025
192 pages
21.8 x 14.5 x 1.8 cm, 0.295 kg
Reframe Your Ideas About Writing. Reclaim Your Power as a Writer. In Writing Rediscovered, author and writing scholar Elizabeth Wardle invites you to transform your approach to writing through nine powerful “threshold concepts.” These foundational ideas will reshape how you think, feel, and act as a writer. Rather than offering generic writing tips, this book dives deep into what's holding you back from seeing yourself as a writer. You'll challenge your beliefs about what writing is, who can be a writer, and what makes writing “good.” Dr. Wardle helps you reflect on past experiences with writing instruction and replace damaging ideas with more productive ones. Writing Rediscovered blends decades of research with accessible, interactive methods, offering practical tools to help you reshape your writing identity. Whether you're writing reports, emails, or poetry, this book will change how you approach writing. Inside the Book: From the author of Writing About Writing—the groundbreaking textbook that revolutionized college writing instruction—Writing Rediscovered dismantles harmful myths about writing. As Director of the Howe Center for Writing Excellence at Miami University, Elizabeth Wardle brings decades of experience helping writers of all kinds redefine their relationship with writing. It's time to reframe your writing. Reclaim your voice. And rediscover the power of your words.
Introduction: You Make Meaning with Language, So You Are a Writer vii 1 You Are a Writer 1 2 Learning Is Lifelong 13 3 Writing Gets Things Done 29 4 Genres Guide Your Choices 39 5 Good Writing Is Effective Writing 57 6 Good Writers Adapt 75 7 You Need Readers, Revision, and Time 93 8 You Write with Your Whole Self and the Tools You Choose 109 9 You Write to Learn 123 10 Applying What You’ve Learned: Think Differently, Do Differently 131 Bibliography 149 Acknowledgments 153 About the Author 155 Index 157
Subject Areas: Business & management [KJ]
