Word Savvy Handbook: Use the Right Word

Word Savvy Handbook: Use the Right Word
Author: Nancy Ragno
Publisher: GottaGarden Books
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2019-09-07
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9781733928731

WORD SAVVY HANDBOOK: Use the Right Word is a quick, easy-to-use reference on word usage. It provides immediate answers to the word-usage questions that most frequently Interrupt writers, causing them to stop writing and ask, "Is that the word I want?" No need to search the Internet with the Handbook at hand. Sections include: Words Commonly Confused; Words Commonly Misused; Non-Words and Other No-No's in Your Speech and Writing; Tricky Singulars and Plurals; and Words Commonly Misspelled. The Handbook is not only a quick reference, but a self-teaching tool. In addition to dictionary definitions it provides clear explanations, examples, memory aids, and self-correcting quizzes. As a bonus, the subject matter of examples and quizzes is informative and fun.

Word Savvy

Word Savvy
Author: Max Brand
Publisher: Turtleback Books
Total Pages:
Release: 2004-05-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781417776832

Word Savvy

Word Savvy
Author: Nancy Ragno
Publisher: Writer's Digest Books
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2011-11-07
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9781599633039

Build Your Word Know-How—and Stand Out The right words help you make a good impression—smart, professional, and trustworthy. Poor word choices can make coworkers, teachers, friends, or editors think you’re unprofessional, uneducated, or lazy. It?s critical that you learn the best methods for preventing wrong-word problems and catching errors in your writing. Word Savvy teaches you simple, easy ways to confidently avoid mistakes and ensure your success. Distinguish between confusing word pairs: What’s the difference between accept and except or sight, cite, and site? Confidently use commonly misused words: What do nonplussed, quay, gourmand, and ambivalent really mean? Get rid of mistakes in your speech and writing: Did you know diligency isn?t a word? Apply the rules (and exceptions) for tricky singulars and plurals: What’s the plural of addendum? Learn how to keep up with buzzwords and how to tell when the buzz wears off: What are the best strategies for staying on top of popular jargon—and avoiding irritating your coworkers with words that are past their prime? Plus, identify the keywords that will make your résumé stand out: What industry-related words and powerful verbs will get your résumé past the automated scanning software? No matter what kind of writing you do in your day-to-day life, Word Savvy gives you the strategies so that you can recognize, remember, and use the right word—every time. BONUS ONLINE CONTENT Download 3 free bookmarks, each with 10 savvy words everyone should know, at writersdigest.com/word-savvy

Book Savvy

Book Savvy
Author: Cynthia Lee Katona
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2005
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780810854345

In teaching how to read literature and enjoy it, Katona gives 11 good reasons to make reading a part of regular life and includes a list of tried and true page-turners with their movie counterparts. Teachers of reading, students, general readers of literature, and those just developing an interest in reading will find this guide appealing.

Survival of the Savvy

Survival of the Savvy
Author: Rick Brandon
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2004-12-06
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0743262549

Discusses how to eliminate unethical behavior at the workplace, demonstrating how to master corporate politics ethically through an understanding of political styles and an application of strategies in such areas as networking and idea promotion.

Living the Savvy Life

Living the Savvy Life
Author: Melissa Tosetti
Publisher: Morgan James Publishing
Total Pages: 229
Release: 2011-01-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1600378358

Learn to master your finances with this practical guide full of tips and techniques that help you live rich while spending less. Money isn’t the most important thing in a woman’s life—but it effects every aspect of how we live. So if you want to enjoy the best of life, it’s important to be money savvy. Living the Savvy Life teaches you how to be mindful about money so that you have it when you need it—and also when you truly want to splurge or treat yourself. Living the Savvy Life isn’t about being a cheapskate, a miser, or a tightwad. It’s about having security and peace of mind by spending less than you make. It’s about knowing where you stand financially on a daily basis so you can make intelligent fiscal decisions. It’s about cooking at home more often so you can afford an occasional dinner at your favorite restaurant. It’s about having a wardrobe made entirely of clothes that fit and look great on you. It’s about enjoying your time off because you planned for it and know you can “afford it.” It’s about attaining and maintaining a balance that can sustain the life you love.

Word Savvy

Word Savvy
Author: Max Brand
Publisher: Stenhouse Publishers
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2004
Genre: Education
ISBN: 157110366X

Presents over thirty sample lessons for use in third through sixth grade classrooms that employ spelling investigations, word study notebooks, reading logs, and writers' notebooks to help students understand and use new words in their reading and writing.

The Savvy Guide to Fantasy Sports

The Savvy Guide to Fantasy Sports
Author: Michael Harmon
Publisher: Indy Tech Publishing
Total Pages: 374
Release: 2005
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780790613130

Taking a fresh approach to fantasy sports, this guide covers strategies and techniques both unique to specific sports, and trends applicable to all sports, while providing tips to help the casual player get the most out of every game.

The Right Word!

The Right Word!
Author: Nancy Ragno
Publisher: CreateSpace
Total Pages: 104
Release: 2015-10-26
Genre:
ISBN: 9781518783517

Wrong-Word Errors Sabotage Success! And you may never know it. Even your Spell-Checker won't tell you! SYMPTOMS: Your resume ends up in the slush pile. Your grades are below par. Your written reports and opinions are discarded without consideration. A simple written error may cost you credibility -- or even your job! You are a victim of the #1 writer's mistake, the WRONG-WORD ERROR. This is not surprising, considering the number of confused and misused words in English. But what can you do about it? Fortunately, the number of words that cause most wrong-word errors is manageable. There are 158 of them -- and THE RIGHT WORD! has them all! You probably are aware of the kinds of words that cause problems: (1) homonyms, such as "compliment"/"complement," and (2) words misused so often it is hard to remember their correct usage, such as "fewer"/"less." Put an end to embarrassing wrong-word errors. Here's how: DON'T leave your writing to go to a dictionary -- whether online or offline. This is time-consuming and causes you to lose track of what you were thinking. DON't take a chance and write the word you think is right. (You have a 50% chance of getting it wrong.) DO keep THE RIGHT WORD! close at hand when you write. Just: (1) quickly flip to the word you are questioning; (2) Voila -- there it is. the right answer! Easy! Quick! Accurate! THE RIGHT WORD! is the indispensable writer's tool. Protect yourself against wrong-word errors. You'll wonder how you ever wrote without it!` Take action now. Prevent wrong-word errors. Get your copy of THE RIGHT WORD! Start using it today!

The Savvy Guide to Digital Music

The Savvy Guide to Digital Music
Author: Richard Mansfield
Publisher: Indy Tech Publishing
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2005
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9780790613178

This guide shows music lovers how digital technology lets them control their own music. From simply compiling a CD of favorite songs, to tips on how to best utilize their iPods, this book will be the background track to their success.