The Christian Writer's Manual of Style, 5th Edition

“This well-written, comprehensive, and clear guide offers practical wisdom for both new and seasoned writers who want to communicate effectively with today’s readers. Robert Hudson and Zondervan have performed an enormous service to the publishing community and to the reading public with this well-organized, easy-to-use version, making this the definitive style manual for religious writers and publishing professionals. I am grateful for this essential addition to my library.”

Ann Spangler

“One-stop shopping. That’s what makes The Christian Writer’s Manual of Style so useful. Anyone serious about writing needs a copy.”

Jerry B. Jenkins

“Style is how you do it. Class is where you arrive when you do it right. I’ve never known a classy writer who was indifferent to style. Robert Hudson is committed to excellence … yours! So turn off your word processor. It doesn’t matter what you are writing; you’ll write it better when you spend some time with Robert Hudson. Strunk and White may be the final authority for style in general, but Robert Hudson is the last, most important word on style for the Christian writer. So give your Christian editor a break. Play by the rules. Write well. Pay attention to style. It’s your ticket to class. The late Calvin Miller, pastor, professor, and bestselling author Those of us in publishing who have long admired Robert Hudson’s qualities as an editor will not be surprised at the dedication to editorial excellence on display in this volume. Kudos to the entire team that contributed to this splendid and helpful resource. It will certainly be at the editorial right hand of those of us at Eerdmans.”

Jon Pott

“With comprehensive and easy-to-find information, The Christian Writer’s Manual of Style is a must-have resource for all Christian authors.”

Brandilyn Collins

“In all my years in Christian publishing, I’ve never seen a manual of style so relevant, so accessible, so clear, and so complete. This one stays on my desk.”

Gregg Lewis

“The Christian Writer’s Manual of Style is a clear, targeted, and insightful stylebook that answers the rubber-meets-the-road questions unique to Christian writers, editors, and publishers. The A-to-Z format is easy to access, and writers and editors will find the breezy tone helpful with even the most challenging editorial decisions.”

Carolyn McCready

“A practical, helpful resource for beginning and advanced writers and editors and others involved in religious writing and publishing. Walks readers through style-related complexities as well as basic how-tos. Wish I’d had a copy sooner.”

Stephen W. Sorenson

“I think you could change the title. You could call it The Only Christian Writer’s Reference Book You’ll Ever Need. Putting that incredible amount of detailed information in one place makes the book an invaluable resource for anybody who is writing for the Christian market.”

Dick Malone

“This manual is an invaluable tool — the most significant and thorough go-to guide for Christian writers and editors.”

Rick Christian