The “Pocket Style Manual” by Diana Hacker is a compact and convenient spiral-bound textbook perfect for students in the language arts and disciplines. Published in 2003 by Bedford/Saint Martin’s, this manual covers topics such as grammar, punctuation, rhetoric, and composition & creative writing. With 247 pages filled with essential guidelines and tips, this manual is a must-have for anyone looking to improve their writing skills in English. The compact size of 8.6 inches in length and 4.4 inches in width makes it easy to carry around and reference whenever needed.