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Thoughts after Reading "A Writer's Reference" When we pick up our pens and try to express our thoughts and emotions in words, we often long to find a unique and powerful way of expression. The book "A Writer's Reference" is like a wise tutor, guiding us to explore the mysteries of style in the journey of writing. Style is the soul of writing. It endows words with personality and charm, making works stand out among numerous expressions. "A Writer's Reference" emphasizes the importance of simplicity at the very beginning. In this era of information explosion, people's attention is distracted by countless things, and simple and clear words are more likely to catch readers' eyes. Simplicity doesn't mean being simplistic. Instead, it requires us to express the richest content with the most precise language within a limited space. This demands that we carefully select words and abandon long and complicated sentence structures, conveying our viewpoints in a direct and clear manner. An example mentioned in the book impressed me deeply. The sentence "He returned in a short time." is simple and clear, expressing the meaning that "He came back soon." However, if we write it as "He returned after a relatively brief period of time.", although the meaning is the same, it appears long-winded and cumbersome. Simple language not only makes it easier for readers to understand but also makes the article more fluent and natural. Besides simplicity, "A Writer's Reference" also emphasizes the correct use of grammar and punctuation. Grammar is the rule of language, and punctuation is the rhythm of language. Correct grammar and punctuation can ensure the accuracy and readability of an article. The book elaborates on the usage of various grammar rules and punctuation in detail, enabling us to have a deeper understanding of language norms. For example, the correct use of commas can make the levels of sentences clearer and avoid ambiguity; semicolons can connect two independent sentences and express more complex logical relationships. By following these rules, we can avoid common grammar mistakes and make our articles more professional and rigorous. Consistency and coherence are also indispensable elements in writing style. A good article should maintain consistency in style, giving readers a unified feeling from the beginning to the end. Meanwhile, the content of the article also needs to have coherence, with logical connections between paragraphs so that readers can easily understand the train of thought of the article. To achieve consistency and coherence, we can make a clear outline before writing, determining the theme and structure of the article. During the writing process, we should always pay attention to the style of language and the logical coherence, avoiding sudden changes and jumps. Moreover, "A Writer's Reference" encourages us to cultivate our own writing styles. Everyone has their own unique way of thinking and expression. We should bravely show our individuality and create our own writing styles. This doesn't mean that we can break grammar rules and language norms at will. Instead, on the basis of following the basic rules, we should give play to our creativity and use unique language and perspectives to express our viewpoints. We can learn from excellent works, study the writing styles of different authors, and then combine our own characteristics to gradually form our own styles. After reading "A Writer's Reference", I deeply realize the importance of writing style. It can not only make our articles more attractive but also reflect our thinking ability and expressive ability. In future writing, I will strive to practice the principles in the book, pursue a writing style that is simple, accurate, consistent and coherent. Meanwhile, I will continue to explore and innovate, cultivate my own unique writing style, and use words to show my personality and charm. In conclusion, "A Writer's Reference" is a very practical writing guide that provides us with valuable suggestions and methods, helping us improve our writing styles and write more excellent works. Both professional writers and ordinary writing enthusiasts can benefit a lot from this book.