A Writer's Reference
Author | : University Diana Hacker |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2010-05-24 |
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ISBN | : 9780312673086 |
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Author | : University Diana Hacker |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2010-05-24 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9780312673086 |
Author | : Martin Roth |
Publisher | : Writer's Digest Books |
Total Pages | : 312 |
Release | : 1993 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : |
A comprehensive reference for writers of mysteries, thrillers, action/adventure, true crime, police procedurals, romantic suspense, and psychological mysteries--whether novels or scripts--covering numerous aspects of crime, outlining general rules of thumb, as well as specific policies and procedures of various law enforcement agencies. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Author | : Sol Stein |
Publisher | : St. Martin's Griffin |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2010-11-09 |
Genre | : Reference |
ISBN | : 9780312550950 |
As a master editor, publisher, novelist, and writing instructor, Sol Stein knows what writers face when they sit down before a blank page. This invaluable guide provides quick and handy A–Z reference help for common and more complicated questions: writer's block, writing a difficult scene, preparing a manuscript for publication or submission, plotting, developing a character, and dozens of other topics, listed alphabetically in the table of contents. Stein enables writers to maintain their creative momentum by immediately returning to a manuscript in progress after finding the solution in this book. The book also includes a section on publishing, which details the publishing process and explains the terms all writers need to know. Packed with insight, anecdotes, and specific information, this guide is a must-have reference on the shelves of aspiring and published authors as well as publishing professionals.
Author | : Diana Hacker |
Publisher | : Scarborough, Ont. : Nelson Canada |
Total Pages | : 412 |
Release | : 1996 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 9780176042110 |
A Canadian Writer's Reference, adapted from the most widely used college handbook ever published — and with the help of several Canadian instructors — has advice that's easy to find and easy to understand. It provides the comprehensive coverage, concrete examples, and trusted models students need for writing in almost every postsecondary course and beyond. A new tabbed section, Writing about Literature, offers advice on interpreting and writing about works of literature and includes two annotated student essays. Grounded in Canadian texts, culture, and current events, examples throughout the book provide relevant context and advice for Canadian writers. And a new instructor's edition offers classroom activities and teaching tips for Canadian instructors — making it easier than ever to integrate the handbook into the course.
Author | : Diana Hacker |
Publisher | : Macmillan Higher Education |
Total Pages | : 1177 |
Release | : 2021-08-24 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 1319455115 |
This ebook has been updated to provide you with the latest guidance on documenting sources in MLA style and follows the guidelines set forth in the MLA Handbook, 9th edition (April 2021). A Writer’s Reference with Exercises helps you engage in and meet the challenges of your writing course. Clear How-to boxes help you complete common writing assignments like argument and analysis. Guidance about paraphrasing and fact-checking sources help you become a more responsible writer and reader. And Notes-to-self help you reflect on your progress and plan your revision. If your instructor has assigned Achieve, you have new ways to engage with course material and with your instructor and peers. Revision planning tools and individualized study plans help you become a better writer, and a built-in e-book puts your problem and your solution side by side.
Author | : Writers Digest |
Publisher | : Writer's Digest Books |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2000-11-15 |
Genre | : Reference |
ISBN | : 9781582970264 |
Do you know what a murder hole is? &break;Or why a chimera is three times worse than most monsters? &break;What would be better for storming castles, a trebuchet or a kopesh? &break;&break;To find the answers to these questions, you need this fascinating guide to transport yourself to fantasy's mysterious worlds. Featuring an introduction by mega-best-selling author Terry Brooks, the Writer's Complete Fantasy Reference reveals the facts behind the fantasy, giving you the details you need to make your fiction vibrant, captivating and original. &break;&break;From classic medieval witchcraft to ancient Mesoamerican civilizations, every chapter will spark your creativity. An invaluable resource, it will also help you fill your writing with inventive new ideas rooted in accurate descriptions of the world's most intriguing legends, folklore and mysticism. &break;&break;Take this guide, venture into the fantastic, and create magical realms alive with detail. Great stories await you!
Author | : Diana Hacker |
Publisher | : Macmillan Higher Education |
Total Pages | : 142 |
Release | : 2017-09-15 |
Genre | : Education |
ISBN | : 1319133630 |
With practical advice and plenty of student models, Writing in the Disciplines provides a jump start for writing college papers in nine disciplines — biology, business, criminal justice/criminology, education, engineering, history, music, nursing, and psychology. Each discipline section features information on audience expectations in that area of study, the types of questions asked, the types of documents produced, the kinds of evidence used, appropriate language conventions, and appropriate citation styles. Each section features a model student paper (two in business) written in response to a typical assignment in the discipline.
Author | : Stephen B. Heard |
Publisher | : Princeton University Press |
Total Pages | : 368 |
Release | : 2022-02-08 |
Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
ISBN | : 0691219184 |
"This is a new edition of The Scientists Guide to Writing, published in 2016. As a reminder the book provided practical advice on writing, covering topics including how to generate and maintain writing momentum, tips on structuring a scientific paper, revising a first draft, handling citations, responding to peer reviews, and managing coauthorships, among other topics. For the 2nd edtition, Heard has made several changes, specifically: - expanding the chapter on writing in English for non-native speakers - adding two chapters: one on efficient and effective reading and one on selecting the right journal and how to use preprint sites. - doubled the number of exercises - various other add-ons to existing chapters, including information on reporting statistical results, handling disagreement among peer reviewers, and managing co-authorships"--
Author | : Martin Maner |
Publisher | : McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 1999-10-15 |
Genre | : Reference |
ISBN | : 9780767411394 |
The Research Process explains, models, and analyzes the recursive process of conducting research and writing research papers. The text - along with the dedicated website and free student CD-ROM - provides exceptional guidance on writing substantive research papers using print and electronic sources and emphasizes the enjoyment and rewards that research writing offers.