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Richard Andersen (Author)
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December 31, 1989 0070016933 978-0070016934
Most writing books merely teach you how to edit your own writing. "Writing That Works" is a complete guide that shows you how to get ideas, develop them, organize them, and produce a finished product in your very own individual style. Here's how the book works:

The Prewriting section shows you how to get started; how to "cluster"; and how to organize your ideas into an outline.

The Freewriting section shows you how to "freewrite", and then how to freewrite from a cluster.

The Rewriting section shows you how the pros do it; a fast way to do it; the thorough way to do it; and how to edit other people's writing.

The Style section shows you how to develop your own style; and how to use your style to deal with paragraphs, sentences, phrases, and words.

The Mechanics section deals with spelling, punctuation, syntax, and the four sure-fire steps for eliminating mechanical errors in your writing.

The Business Writing section deals with how to write reports, proposals, memos, and letters. Samples of different types of letters-- persuasive, sales, complaint, reference, rejection, goodwill, and application-- are included for ready reference.

"Writing That Works" is an essential and enduring handbook for anyone who writes, whether on the job or full-time.


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Product Details

  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: McGraw-Hill (December 31, 1989)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0070016933
  • ISBN-13: 978-0070016934
  • Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.3 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,523,161 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Thanks to tthis book, now I can write!, November 10, 1997
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This review is from: Writing That Works: A Practical Guide for Business and Creative People (Paperback)
This is the first (and only) book I've ever read which actually TAUGHT me techniques in writing. I was stuck when developing an article for a magazine, tried Andersen's suggestions, and ended up with the editor calling saying my submission was the best he had ever received (and I'm generally a crummy writer...). This book cuts through and past the grammer issues and gets right to the point -- finding fun and interesting ways to organize and say what you mean. Thank you, Richard Andersen, you've changed my life!
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars DO NOT lend this book to anyone! You will never get it back!, May 23, 2006
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This is the best writing book I've ever bought. (I was an English major.) I got my copy when it was new (around 1989) at a Career Track seminar. I made notes inside and even taught a business writing class using it as a reference. Unfortunately, about 2 years ago, I lent my copy to a dear friend of mine who is not a very good writer. I've asked about the book 3 or 4 times, and I've finally realized I am never going to get it back. So, here I go, searching on Amazon.com for a new copy. This book FREED me to write in a natural way, without all the high-falutin' gobbledygook language of people who like to sound smart but aren't. If you write the way Andersen teaches, people will know you know what you're doing, and they will understand what you're saying. I love this book.
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