Keys to Great Writing
by
Stephen Wilbers
Reviewed by Charleen Scott
What distinguishes writing that is exceptional and well crafted from writing that is nondescript and ordinary? What does it mean to "write with style?"
In The Elements of Style, E.B. White acknowledges the difficulty in defining style
:There is no satisfactory explanation of style, no infallible guide to good writing, no assurance that a person who
thinks clearly will be able to write clearly, no key that unlocks the door, no inflexible rule by which the writer
may shape his or her course.
As a respected author, columnist, and professor, Stephen Wilbers knows great writing, and in Keys to Great Writing he shares his techniques to help you achieve a writing style that is rich, accurate, and distinctly your own.
Designed to meet your specific needs, this guide presents you with superb writing instruction in easy to reference sections, so you can quickly troubleshoot problem areas or build your skills one step at a time.
(Sections cover)
Organization, Flow, Transitions, Development, Logic, Structure, Prewriting, Drafting, Revising, Editing,
Grammar, Punctuation, Style, Word Choice, Sentence Structure, Rhythm, Concision, Voice and Tone.
Wilers goes beyond presenting rules and techniques; he also helps you put these principles into practice. With each lesson, you'll gain a greater command of the written word as you develop a polished, individual writing style your readers can easily recognize.
Unlock your potential with this book. It's more than a grammar book, more than a composition guide, This book will help you become a better writer than you ever thought possible. It's an easy and fun read.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Stephen Wilbers is a writing consultant, author, adjunct professor, and a syndicated columnist. His columns on business writing appear in to dozens of prestigious newspapers. A former Fulbright scholar, he earned his Ph.D, at the University of Iowa. He teaches writing at the University of Minnesota and at Hamline University's graduate studies program, where he won 1995 Outstanding Faculty Award. He also lectures on business writing at training seminars throughout the country.
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