Bird by Bird & Almost Everything: Notes on Hope by Anne Lamott - 2 Book Collection Set - Paperback Non Fiction Writing Guide & Memoir Essays

Titles in This Set Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life Almost Everything: Notes on Hope Condition: New Format: Paperback ISBN (Bird by Bird): 9781786898555 ISBN (Almost Everything): 9781786898531 Publisher: Canongate (Canons) Age Range: Adult Overview This two-book paperback set brings together Anne Lamott's best-loved works of non-fiction: her legendary writing manual Bird by Bird and her uplifting essay collection Almost Everything: Notes on Hope. Together they offer both practical craft guidance and gentle, wise encouragement for navigating uncertain times. Perfect for writers, book clubs, and anyone drawn to Lamott's trademark blend of humour, honesty, and hard-won wisdom, this pairing makes a thoughtful gift or a rewarding addition to any home library. About the Books Bird by Bird has become the bible of writing guides, a wry and down-to-earth manual that has sold consistently since its original US publication in the 1990s. In it, Lamott distils decades of experience into candid, funny, and deeply humane lessons on structure, character, discipline, and the notorious "shitty first draft," making it a book that writers return to again and again for both craft advice and companionship through the creative struggle. Almost Everything: Notes on Hope was written for a world that can feel dark and uncertain. Divided into short, accessible chapters, Lamott explores how hope survives despair through small rituals, friendship, humour, and honest self-reflection. It is a slim but potent collection, offering perspective and warmth without ever feeling saccharine, and has become a touchstone for readers seeking solace during difficult chapters of life. Paired together, these two books showcase the full range of Lamott's voice: the practical teacher who demystifies the writing process, and the compassionate essayist who helps readers find their footing again. Both are widely regarded among her finest non-fiction works and are frequently recommended by writing