The Copywriter's Handbook, Third Edition: A Step-By-Step Guide To Writing Copy That Sells | 
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Avg. Customer Rating:  56 reviews
Sales Rank: 3236
Format: Kindle Book
Media: Kindle Edition
Edition: 3rd
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 368
Dewey Decimal Number: 808.066659
ASIN: B001C33OZC
Publication Date: February 28, 1985
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Amazon.com Review
The Copywriter's Handbook is somewhat out of date. There are no references to Web sites or the Internet, and author Robert W. Bly advises that a freelance copywriter have a good typewriter. No matter. Bly has compiled an incredibly useful resource for budding, and even experienced, copywriters. Bly calls his book "a step-by-step guide to writing copy that sells." And that it is: Bly covers the writing of print ads, direct mail, brochures, catalogues, public-relations material, trade-journal articles, speeches, newsletters, commercials, and more. But equally informative is the substantial amount of space that he devotes to the copywriting business, in which he offers guidance in setting up a freelance copywriting business, getting hired by an ad agency, and hiring and working with copywriters (this section also includes a chapter on graphic design for copywriters). This is a terrific book. If you don't take my word for it, take David Ogilvy's: "I don't know a single copywriter whose work would not be improved by reading this book," he says. "And that includes me." --Jane Steinberg
Product Description
A book for everyone who writes or edits copy, it reveals dozens of techniques that can help you write ads, commercials, and direct mail that get more attention and sell more products.
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 Excellent Source for the Aspiring Freelancer December 1, 2008
You will read this book and feel empowered by the information given to you in Robert Bly's familiar, easy to understand prose. As one of the most successful copywriters in existence, I suppose it's hard not to be swept up by his promises of success and instant tips for improving your business writing. But knowing full well that I am at the disposal of a writer who makes a living winning people over, I still allowed myself to be won over by this book.
I am certain that it will continue to serve me well throughout my career and I urge anyone interested in strategic writing to pick up a copy.
 A maybe for aspiring copywriters, a no for practicing copywriters. July 27, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
If you're a practicing copywriter and don't know what a brochure is -- ummmmm...I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but perhaps you should consider another career. Yes, this book actually defines what a brochure is. I am shocked to see that experienced copywriters found it useful. The advice is rudimentary at best. I gave it three stars because a) basic information has its place and b) I didn't want to tarnish the rating. It was my mistake to buy it. If you're looking for a book to inspire award-winning creative, get Creative Advertising by Mario Pricken. After devouring it in one sitting, I wrote copy all night long. For fun. On a weekend. And, no, I'm not a sweltering geek. The Kickstart Catalogue is an amazing tool for bringing out your natural talent. It teaches you from the inside out (you'll understand what I mean when you read it).
The Copywriters Handbook July 4, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
This great book opens up with how to formulate your letters and write copy ad. Mr. Bly explains it like if you were a child so you can and will understand it. So many great resources that you can use right away. I would like to encourge any copywriter or anyone in the field of marketing a must have in your library. Plus he works with the man Fred Gleeck the truth on Info Products. Have a great one.
Rashiid Abdullah
Your Focus Marketing Expert[...]
Thorough and Informative March 9, 2008
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
Bly covers everything! Not only will you master a new style of writing, you learn the business of writing, how to pitch yourself, and how to move pass a rejected proposal. It's Brilliant
 a gift for a friend February 24, 2008
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
this book was a gift to a friend, he said he really enjoyed reading it and it gave him some good tips.
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