Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life

Bird by Bird is equal parts writer’s manual and heart-to-heart pep talk. Lamott’s voice is warm, funny, and unfiltered, full of hilarious stories about family, faith, and the painful, beautiful chaos of putting words on the page. It's easy to enjoy the raw honesty of her advice, such as “tell the truth … risk being unliked”, and how she nudges you to write even when you don’t feel ready.

Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just someone who dreams of starting, Bird by Bird reminds you that writing is messy and slow, and that’s okay! It teaches you to take things one “bird” at a time, with courage, grace, and humor.