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Writing That Works: A Practical Guide for Business and Creative People

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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!

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.