Habits of the Creative Mind

Habits of the Creative Mind: A Guide to Reading, Writing, and Thinking, 2nd Edition, by Richard E. Miller and Ann Jurecic, is a textbook focused on basic skills in analytical composition. Published by Bedford/St. Martin's with a 2020 copyright year, the text provides instruction centered on active reading, thoughtful writing, and critical thinking.

The content addresses core topics within rhetoric and language arts. The material organizes instruction around analytical practices, helping students examine text structures, construct clear arguments, and practice deliberate reflection during the writing process.

Associated with print ISBN 9781319103965, this edition supports standard coursework across rhetoric and writing disciplines.