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  • Storycraft Second Edition

    The University of Chicago Press Storycraft Second Edition

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisJack Hart, master writing coach and former managing editor of the Oregonian, has guided several Pulitzer Prizewinning narratives to publication. Since its publication in 2011, his book Storycraft has become the definitive guide to crafting narrative nonfiction. This is the book to read to learn the art of storytelling as embodied in the work of writers such as David Grann, Mary Roach, Tracy Kidder, and John McPhee. In this new edition, Hart has expanded the book's range to delve into podcasting and has incorporated new insights from recent research into storytelling and the brain. He has also added dozens of new examples that illustrate effective narrative nonfiction. This edition of Storycraft is also paired with Wordcraft, a new incarnation of Hart's earlier book A Writer's Coach, now also available from Chicago. Trade Review"Instructive and essential, reading Storycraft is like finding the secret set of blueprints to the writer's craft. Better still, it is engaging, funny, and wise—wonderful to read and wonderful to learn from." -- Susan Orlean, Author of The Orchid Thief and The Library Book “When I think back on what I have learned about storytelling over the last 30 years, the trail of memory leads back time and again to Jack Hart. No one has done more to inspire better narrative writing in America.” -- Roy Peter Clark, author of Writing Tools“This book is a master class in narrative nonfiction, a must-read for anyone who wants to tell true stories. Whether you’re a novice writer or seasoned veteran, you will learn from Hart’s insight and examples culled from decades of coaching and editing some of the country’s best reporters. He shows us how to seek scenes, build structure, explore voices, write riveting stories—then make them sing.” -- Lane DeGregory, Tampa Bay Times Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist"It’s no small feat to make the best better. Yet Jack Hart does just that with the updated version of Storycraft. Of the scores of journalism books on my shelves, Hart’s work is among the most essential. He puts language and structure behind the mysterious process of writing, with examples that give any journalist—from student to award-winning—work to aspire to. If you’re looking for a guide that is as useful as it is inspirational, this is it." -- Jacqui Banaszynski, Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist“Jack Hart was hands-down the best narrative editor ever to work in newspapers.” -- Jon Franklin, two-time Pulitzer-Prize winner"Jack Hart is one of the country's foremost writing coaches. Generations of writers found their voices, found their stories, found their heroes, heroines and villains in the news. Under his leadership the whole news industry learned a new way of connecting with its readers. I know I did. The lessons he teaches are about storytelling, structuring, pacing, tension and conflict.These lessons are perhaps even more important now in a digital age that sometimes forgets that—without a story to tell—words, videos, graphs, graphics, emails, alerts and news bulletins are just so much noise." -- Amanda Bennett, Pulitzer Prize-winning author, investigative journalist, and editorJack Hart is to writing coaches as Bill Belichick is to football coaches: the best of all time. In Storycraft he shares what he’s learned over a lifetime of working with writers on non-fiction narratives that won nearly every major journalism prize including the Pulitzer. -- Bruce DeSilva, former Associated Press writing coachTable of ContentsPreface to the Second Edition 1 Story 2 Structure 3 Point of View 4 Voice and Style 5 Character 6 Scene 7 Action 8 Dialogue 9 Theme 10 Reporting 11 Story Narratives 12 Explanatory Narratives 13 Other Narratives 14 Ethics Acknowledgments Notes Bibliography Index

    2 in stock

    £18.00

  • The University of Chicago Press Write Like You Teach

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    £87.40

  • Getting Published

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Getting Published

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis comprehensive handbook will guide readers through the process of publishing their research. It helps readers to establish successful writing practices and habits which will enable them to write well, complete their work to a high standard and have their work published. Drawing on her experience as a writer, editor and supervisor, Gina Wisker covers the practicalities of writing and provides tried-and-tested techniques for managing time, overcoming writer's block and developing a confident academic voice.This book is ideal for postgraduates, academics, researchers and professionals wishing to write effectively and share their work with others through academic publication.Trade Review"Getting Published is hugely knowledgeable and useful; it is full of good sense and will almost certainly become the handbook for training postgraduates in this vital area." Professor Martin Coyle, Cardiff University, UKTable of ContentsPART I: WHY WRITE? FORMS OF ACADEMIC WRITING AND HOW TO GO ABOUT WRITING THEM 1.Introduction 2.Why Are We Writing? Setting Up Effective Writing Practices, Managing Time, Space And Writing Energy 3. Writing For And Publishing In Academic Journals 4. Writing For And Publishing In Books 5.Writing For Academic Publication When English Is Not Your First Language PART II: A CLOSER LOOK AT THE PROCESS 6.Writing From Research And Practice Planning And Writing Different Parts Of The Thesis Or Article 7. Writing Literature Reviews And Thinking About Methodology And Methods 8. Writing Abstracts And Conclusions: Emphasising Meaning And Worth 9. Developing Good Writing According To Structures 10. Publishing From Your Phd PART III: THE WRITING PROCESS AND YOU 11. Finding And Developing Your Voice In The Disciplines 12. Managing Time, Overcoming Blocks And Getting The Writing Done 13. Writing Creatively And Reflectively To Support Your Academic Writing For Publication PART IV: LEARNING FROM FEEDBACK, AND PLAYING A FULL PART IN THE WORLD OF WRITING 14.Responding To Feedback 15.Turning Your Conference Presentation Or Paper Into A Publication 16. Writing For Online Outlets And Publications 17. Edited Books And New Editions 18. You're Not Alone Developing And Working With Writing Groups, Communities And Critical Friends 19. The Politics And Impact Of Writing For Academic Publication Conclusion.

    1 in stock

    £32.29

  • Why Writing Matters

    Yale University Press Why Writing Matters

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisDrawing lessons from writers of all ages and writing across genres, a distinguished teacher and writer reveals the enduring importance of writing for our timeTrade Review“Chatty, affable . . . [and] an eloquent endorsement of the writing class as nurturing and galvanizing community.”—Joe Moran, Times Literary Supplement“The insights on workshop dynamics, the smart observations, the loving attention to words and voice, the wisdom acquired by many years of reading, writing, and teaching, make this a valuable, entertaining, and accessible study of writing.”—Robert Morgan, Cornell University "The wisdom of a superb, experienced writer and inspired teacher are here distilled for our pleasure. We have much to learn from Delbanco's maturity, broad perspective and erudition—not least his kindness and encouragement when all is said and done, his devotion to literature and to all those who struggle to achieve it."—Phillip Lopate, author of To Show and to Tell"This book is a tribute to rigor, to close reading, to paying attention. Reading it is like participating in an exclusive workshop taught by a master of the craft."—Christina Baker Kline, author of Orphan Train"Superb writer, erudite scholar, wise teacher—Delbanco makes the written word sing, and how. No reader of this book—itself an impassioned work of literature—will ever take writing for granted again.”—James Carroll, author of Constantine’s Sword"Nicholas Delbanco has long been not only one of America’s finest writers but also teachers of the craft. And Why Writing Matters is his generous gift to us all—filled with wisdom, revelations, and, of course, exquisite writing. We might not have been able to attend his masterclass on the power of words, but thankfully we can cherish these pages, which prove it."—David Grann, author of Killers of the Flower Moon

    2 in stock

    £12.99

  • To Be A Playwright Routledge Revivals

    Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales) To Be A Playwright Routledge Revivals

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisOriginally published in 2005, To Be A Playwright is an insightful and detailed guide to the craft of playwriting. Part memoir and part how-to guide, this useful book outlines the tools and techniques necessary to the aspiring playwright. Comprised of a collection of memoirs and lectures which blend seamlessly to deliver a practical hands-on guide to playwriting, this book illuminates the elusive challenges confronting creators of dynamic expression and offers a roadmap to craft of playwrighting. Table of Contents1. The Twelve Habits of Successful Playwrights 2. A Room of Your Own 3. Fifty Questions to Ask When Writing A Play 4. Character 5. Dialogue: The Ways Our Characters Speak to Us 6. Location: Passports to Playwrighting 7. Endings 8. Rewriting 9. Journals 10. The Making of a Play: "Small Delegation" From Beijing to Home 11. Adapting From Fact and Fiction 12. The Do’s and Don’ts of Playwriting: What I Know to be True 13. Critics 14. The Education of a Playwright 15. What They Told Me: Advice on Writing and Other Vices 16. To Be A Playwright 17. Notes Index

    1 in stock

    £30.39

  • Taylor & Francis Ltd (Sales) A World Elsewhere

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    Book SynopsisA World Elsewhere is Steven Berkoffâs bold attempt to describe his multifarious theatrical works.Berkoff outlines the methods that he uses, first of all as an actor, secondly as a playwright and thirdly as theatre director, as well as those subtle connections in between, when one discipline melds effortlessly into another. He examines the early impulses that generated his works and what drove him to give them form, as well as the challenges he faced when adapting the work of other authors. Berkoff discusses some of his most difficult, successful and unique creations, journeying through his long and varied career to examine how they were shaped by him, and how he was shaped by them. The sheer scale of this book offers a rare experience of an accomplished artist, combined with the honesty and insight of an autobiography, making this text a singular tool for teaching, inspiration and personal exploration.Suitable for anyone with an interest in Steven Berkoff and his illustrious career, A World Elsewhere is the part analysis and part confession of an artist whose work has been performed all over the world. Table of ContentsBiography Preface 1. In the Penal Colony - The Arts Lab, Drury Lane 1967 2. Metamorphosis - The Roundhouse, Chalk Farm 1969 3. Macbeth - The Place Theatre 1970 4. Miss Julie Versus Expressionism – National Tour and The ICA 1971 5. Agamemnon - National Tour - The Roundhouse, Chalk Farm 1973 6. The Trial, by Franz Kafka - The Roundhouse, Chalk Farm 1973 7. The Fall of The House of Usher - Hampstead Theatre Club 1974 8. Random thought: the dressing room 9. East - Kings Head Theatre, Islington - 1975 Regent Street Poly - Cottesloe Theatre 1977 10. Hamlet, Shakespeare - The Roundhouse, Chalk Farm 1980 11. Decadence - Arts Theatre 1981 12. Random thought: Vsevolod Meyerhold 13. West - Donmar Warehouse 1983 14. Harry’s Xmas - Donmar Warehouse 1985 15. Acapulco - The King’s Head Theatre, Islington 1986 16. Coriolanus - Public Theatre, New York 1988 17. Random thought – directors and indendants 18. Greek - Wyndham’s Theatre 1988 19. Salome - National Theatre 1989 20. One Man - The Garrick Theatre 1991 21. Kvetch - The Garrick Theatre 1991 22. Random thought: a lunch in Brooklyn with the Salome cast 23. Brighton Beach Scumbags - The Riverside Theatre, Hammersmith 1995 24. Random thought - mechanicals 25. Massage - Odyssey Theatre, Edinburgh Festival 1997 26. Decadence - Wyndhams Theatre 1997 27. Shakespeare’s Villains - Theatre Royal, Haymarket 1998 28. Random thought: one-man show 29. The Secret Love Life of Ophelia - The King’s Head Theatre 2001 30. Messiah - Edinburgh Festival 2002 - Old Vic 2003 31. Sit and Shiver - Hackney Empire 2007 32. Random thought: Salome at The Gate Theatre, Dublin 33. On The Waterfront - Theatre Royal, Haymarket 2010 34. Oedipus - Edinburgh Festival 2013 35. The Hairy Ape -The Odyssey Theatre, Los Angeles 2015 36. Actors I have admired, loved and even cried over 37. Final chapter Index

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    £999.99

  • Fashion Writing

    Taylor & Francis Ltd Fashion Writing

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisActing as a comprehensive primer for the field of fashion writing, this book provides an accessible entry point for readers from diverse backgrounds, giving them a clear understanding of the intricacies of fashion writing, the outlets in which it appears, and the possibilities beyond the page. Fashion Writing: A Primer lays out a framework for various types of fashion writing (runway and trend reports, service pieces, features, and more), while offering students a solid foundation of fashion history, cultural touchstones, common fashion terminology, and contemporary issues affecting the fashion industry today. Featuring interviews with current fashion journalists, such as Robin Givhan, Sarah Mower, Charlie Porter, and Amanda Winnie Kabuiku, as well as annotated bibliographies centred on the themes of each chapter, this book delivers fashion writing essentials for anyone interested in the field. Readers will come away aware of the many influences on the fashion world,Table of ContentsIntroductionSection 1: Foundational KnowledgeChapter 1: Where Did You Get That Outfit? A Brief History of FashionChapter 2: It’s All in the Details: The Language of FashionChapter 3: The Write Stuff: Writing BasicsSection 2: Working ItChapter 4: Ready for Take-off: The Runway ReportChapter 5: Don’t Get Left Behind: Trend Reports and Service PiecesChapter 6: Do You See What I See? Fashion Beyond FashionSection 3: Broadening Your FocusChapter 7: Taking It All In: Contemporary Issues in FashionChapter 8: Pitch, PleaseAppendix: Postgraduate Programmes in Fashion Communication

    1 in stock

    £32.99

  • Fashion Writing

    Taylor & Francis Ltd Fashion Writing

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisActing as a comprehensive primer for the field of fashion writing, this book provides an accessible entry point for readers from diverse backgrounds, giving them a clear understanding of the intricacies of fashion writing, the outlets in which it appears, and the possibilities beyond the page. Fashion Writing: A Primer lays out a framework for various types of fashion writing (runway and trend reports, service pieces, features, and more), while offering students a solid foundation of fashion history, cultural touchstones, common fashion terminology, and contemporary issues affecting the fashion industry today. Featuring interviews with current fashion journalists, such as Robin Givhan, Sarah Mower, Charlie Porter, and Amanda Winnie Kabuiku, as well as annotated bibliographies centred on the themes of each chapter, this book delivers fashion writing essentials for anyone interested in the field. Readers will come away aware of the many influences on the fashion world,Table of ContentsIntroductionSection 1: Foundational KnowledgeChapter 1: Where Did You Get That Outfit? A Brief History of FashionChapter 2: It’s All in the Details: The Language of FashionChapter 3: The Write Stuff: Writing BasicsSection 2: Working ItChapter 4: Ready for Take-off: The Runway ReportChapter 5: Don’t Get Left Behind: Trend Reports and Service PiecesChapter 6: Do You See What I See? Fashion Beyond FashionSection 3: Broadening Your FocusChapter 7: Taking It All In: Contemporary Issues in FashionChapter 8: Pitch, PleaseAppendix: Postgraduate Programmes in Fashion Communication

    1 in stock

    £112.50

  • Ultimate Guide to Business Writing

    Taylor & Francis Ultimate Guide to Business Writing

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe Ultimate Guide to Business Writing is a comprehensive guide on how to write any kind of business document. Written clearly in an engaging voice, it explains in depth the whole process: from determining objectives to establishing readers' needs, conducting research, outlining, and designing a template; to writing the first draft; to editing for meaning, accuracy, concision, style and emotional impact; to creating glossaries and indices; to proofreading and working with reviewers.The book also explains how to exploit the psychology of perception and motivation, collaborate effectively with business colleagues, manage documents holistically across an organisation, and deal with the other everyday practicalities of managing knowledge in a corporate environment. Every section of the book is packed with questions to stimulate thinking and generate meaningful answers, and dozens of examples of what works and why. The book's also rich in practical examples drawn froTable of ContentsPreface 1. How to write any document 2. Managing knowledge 3. Further writing tips

    1 in stock

    £32.99

  • The Students Guide to Preparing Dissertations and

    Taylor & Francis Ltd The Students Guide to Preparing Dissertations and

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    Book SynopsisWhen writing a dissertation or thesis, it is essential to produce a work that is well-structured and well-presented. Giving clear examples throughout, this book offers all the practical advice that students will need, when writing a dissertation or thesis. Part 1: Content - from the layout order of contents to the compilation of the bibliography and appendices Part 2: Presentation and Style - the details of how work should be presented and covering aspects such as writing styles, page numbers, margins and abbreviations. The first edition of this book contributed to improving countless dissertations and this new edition will continue to do the same - using the practical advice and guidance it offers could mean the difference between success and failure.Table of ContentsPart 1: An Overview of the Task 1. Getting Things in the Right Order 2. Title Page 3. Abstract 4. Author Declarations 5. Acknowledgements 6. Main Body of the Dissertation 7. Appendices 8. Bibliography Part 2: Getting Your Act Together: The Key Processes 9. Capturing Your Research 10. Writing It Up: Getting Started, and Keeping Going 11. Organising Your Files 12. Winding Yourself Up? Part 3: Nuts and Bolts: More Detail About the Main Elements 13. Paper Size 14. Page Margins 15. Page Numbers 16. Style of Writing 17. Abbreviations 18. Numbers 19. Chapters 20. References 21. Notes 22. Quotations 23. Tables 24. Figures 25. Typing 26. Binding 27. Instructions for Typists

    1 in stock

    £33.89

  • The Emergence of a Tradition

    Taylor & Francis Ltd The Emergence of a Tradition

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    Book SynopsisExamining books on different topics as these appeared during the Renaissance allows us to see developments in the use of graphics, the shift from orality to textuality, the expansion of knowledge, and rise of literacy, particularly among middle-class women readers, who were an important audience for many of these books. Changes in English Renaissance technical books provide a new, and as yet largely unexplored means of viewing the Renaissance and the dramatic changes that emerged during the 1475-1640 period, the first years of English printing.Table of ContentsChapter 1—In Search of Our Past The purpose of this book is to show that early English technical writing anticipates many of the same issues important to modern technical writing: writers were aware of the comprehension levels of their intended readers; many technical books were designed for ease of use. That is, they exemplified good page design as well as a structure and a style that would enhance the readability and usability of the information. Increasing use of graphics and visual aids to convey information enable modern researchers to track the shift from orality to textuality and from textuality to visual presentation as a means of conveying methods of performing work. English Renaissance technical books show the triumph of textual instruction over oral instruction.Chapter 2—The Rise of Technical Writing in the English Renaissance This chapter summarizes historical events that nurtured the growth of technical writing in the English Renaissance: the growth of wealth, the growth of knowledge, the advent of printing, the rise of humanism. The chapter also surveys examples of technical books produced throughout the Renaissance—medical books, books on farming and animal husbandry, books on gardening, books on household management and cooking, books on recreation, books on military science and navigation in addition to a variety of how to books covering technologies important to life in the English Renaissance.Chapter 3—Format and Page Design in English Renaissance Technical Books: Early Recognition of Reader Context and Literacy LevelThis chapter examines a number of technical books published from 1489 to 1640 to show changes in format—emergence of tables of contents, listing, bulleted lists, and use of Ramist dichotomies—bracketed tables, overviews, cause-effect analysis—in logic books, medical books, religious books, and even geography and culinary books.Chapter 4—Renaissance Technical Books and Their Audiences: Writers Respond to Readers Examining English Renaissance technical books also shows that their writers were aware of the information needs and the reading comprehension level of their readers. Analyzing the presentation methods used by these early technical writers reveals how they adapted material for these readers' information needs as well as the literacy level of these intended readers.Chapter 5—English Renaissance Technical Writing and the Emergence of Plain Style: Toward a New Theory of the Development of Modern English ProseThe majority of studies of the rise of modern English have ignored technical books and their pervasive use of plain style. By considering technical books in addition to traditional canonical books considered in language study, we may thus question the view that no plain style of consequence existed prior to Bacon.Chapter 6—From Orality to Textuality: Technical Description and the Emergence of Visual and Verbal Presentation. Examining the first printed English technical books allows us to see how printing, the growth of knowledge, and the rise of literacy all worked in tandem. The merging of visual and verbal in technical books allows us to trace the demise of orality as a means of conveying knowledge in many fields.Chapter 7—The Legacy of English Renaissance Technical Writing: New Perspectives on Basic Rhetorical IssuesThis book and its survey of technical writing in the English Renaissance allow modern technical writing teachers and researchers to see that many of our modern concerns evolved during the first century of printing. Examining early forms of technical writing shows that technical writing has a long and honorable history and a tradition that has implications for modern assessments of language and style.

    1 in stock

    £42.74

  • Helping Doctoral Students Write

    Taylor & Francis Helping Doctoral Students Write

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisHelping Doctoral Students Write offers a proven approach to effective doctoral writing. By treating research as writing and writing as research, the authors offer pedagogical strategies for doctoral supervisors that will assist the production of well-argued and lively dissertations. It is clear that many doctoral candidates find research writing complicated and difficult, but the advice they receive often glosses over the complexities of writing and/or locates the problem in the writer. Kamler and Thomson provide a highly effective framework for scholarly work that is located in personal, institutional and cultural contexts. The pedagogical approach developed in the book is based on the notion of writing as a social practice. This approach allows supervisors to think of doctoral writers as novices who need to learn new ways with words as they enter the discursive practices of scholarly communities. This involves learning sophisticated writing practices wiTrade Review"The book is very readable and engagingly written. The use of quotations from doctoral students and supervisors make the book lively and the inclusion of figures and highlighted text effectively prevents monotonous presentation. Supported by ten pages of rich and state-of-the art studies on the topic, this book is not only a firm platform but also a reliable springboard for supervision." - Franklin Obeng-Odoom, an early career supervisor, is the Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Research Fellow at School of the Built Environment, University of Technology, Sydney, Australia. Table of ContentsChapter 1. Putting doctoral writing center stageChapter 2. Writing the doctorate, writing the scholarChapter 3. Persuading an octopus into a jarChapter 4. Getting on top of the research literaturesChapter 5. Reconsidering the personalChapter 6. A linguistic toolkit for supervisorsChapter 7. Structuring the dissertation argumentChapter 8. Publishing out of the thesisChapter 9 Institutionalizing doctoral writing practices

    1 in stock

    £42.99

  • Inside Academic Writing

    The University of Michigan Press Inside Academic Writing

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    £21.80

  • Essential Actions for Academic Writing

    The University of Michigan Press Essential Actions for Academic Writing

    Book SynopsisEssential Actions for Academic Writing is a writing textbook for all beginning academic students, undergraduate or graduate, to help them understand how to write effectively throughout their academic and professional careers.

    £23.70

  • Writing on the Job

    Princeton University Press Writing on the Job

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade Review"Crisp writing and clear examples guide readers through drafting and editing documents, creating résumés, delivering criticism, presenting statistics, constructing slide decks, and even deciding when to use emojis. . . . [C]ompact and readable chapters for all who text, blog, craft memos, and otherwise communicate online." * Library Journal *"Easy to read and served up in bite-sized chunks, this book is an excellent ‘how to’ manual for clear communication."---Terry Freedman, Teach Secondary"By tackling real challenges professionals face, Coven offers practical tips that can improve the performance of any organization." * Princeton Alumni Weekly *

    15 in stock

    £12.34

  • Creative Criticism

    Edinburgh University Press Creative Criticism

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisIncluding pieces by creative critics as varied as Anne Carson, Jacques Derrida, Geoff Dyer, Hélène Cixous, Ali Smith, and John Cage, this anthology and guide celebrates the formal and intellectual inventiveness of works which also demonstrate a deep fidelity to the writing or art they address. The Anthology is of interest to all students, teachers and critics of literature and creative writing, and especially those students who are required to write critical essays. All 14 texts included respond innovatively to the question: How do we write criticism? As examples of academic critical writing they are all sympathetic to works whose aim is to change the ways in which we see and describe our world.Key FeaturesUnique as an anthology of and guide to creative critical writingDemonstrates a range of ways to write critically and creatively Extensive introduction & explanatory headnotes to each textContents Roland Barthes, from A Lover''s Discourse: Fragments; John Cage, from ''Where Are We Going? And What Are We Doing''; Anne Carson, ''Every Exit is an Entrance (A Praise of Sleep)''; Hélène Cixous, ''Without end, no, State of drawingness, no, rather: The Executioner''s taking off''; Jacques Derrida ''Aphorism Countertime''; Geoff Dyer, from Out of Sheer Rage: In the Shadow of D.H. Lawrence; Benjamin Friedlander, ''Gertrude Stein: A Retrospective Criticism''; Peter Gizzi, ''Correspondences of the Book''; Kevin Kopelson, ''Music Lessons''; Denise Riley, ''Lyric Selves''; Eve Sedgwick, ''Jane Austen and the Masturbating Girl''; Ali Smith, ''Green''; John Wilkinson, ''Imperfect Pitch''; Sarah Wood, ''Anew Again''.

    1 in stock

    £26.99

  • Getting Your Book Published for Dummies

    John Wiley & Sons Inc Getting Your Book Published for Dummies

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    Book SynopsisThis guide for authors offers the secrets of attention grabbing proposals, numerous hints from industry insiders, tips on negotiating contracts and what authors can do to turn their books into bestsellers.Table of ContentsIntroduction. About This Book. How to Use This Book. How This Book is Organized. Part I: Getting Started. Part II: Knocking on the Publisher's Door. Part III: Preparing the Package: Book Proposals and Query. Letters That Sell. Part IV: Taking it Public: A Strategic Approach to Placing Your Book. Part V: Home at Last! Negotiation and Contract. Part VI: After the Deal Is Done. Part VII: The Part of Tens. Icons Used in This Book. Where to Go from Here. Part I: Getting Started. Chapter 1: The Idea. It's the Heart of Your Book. Chapter 2: Evaluating Your Idea. Chapter 3: Refining Your Idea: The Realities of Writing. Chapter 4: Categorically Speaking. Part II: Knocking on the Publisher's Door. Chapter 5: How a Book Gets Bought. Chapter 6: The Right Submission Strategy for You Approaching a Publisher. Part III: Preparing the Package: Book Proposals and Query Letters That Sell. Chapter 7: Query Letters That Get Attention. Chapter 8: Preparing Submission Materials That Sell. Part IV: Taking It Public: A Strategic Approach to Placing Your Book. Chapter 9: Battle-Tested Submission Tactics. Chapter 10: How to Choose a Publisher. Chapter 11: Acting as Your Own Agent. Chapter 12: Going the Agent Route. Chapter 13: Publishing Outside of the Box. Part V: Home at Last! Negotiation and Contract. Chapter 14: The Offer. Chapter 15: The Negotiation. Chapter 16: The Contract. Part VI: After the Deal Is Done. Chapter 17: Know the Players. Chapter 18: Creating the Actual Book. Chapter 19: Selling Your Book. Chapter 20: Publication and Beyond. Part VII: The Part of Tens. Chapter 21: Ten Excuses Publishers Give for Turning Down Book Proposals. Chapter 22: Ten Clauses to Watch in Your Contract. Chapter 23: Ten Common Errors in Dealing with an Agent and/or Editor. Chapter 24: Ten Top-Selling Books of All Time. Index. Book Registration Information.

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    £17.09

  • Yours Truly

    Citadel Press Inc.,U.S. Yours Truly

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    £19.54

  • PainFree Writing for Nurses

    Springer Publishing Co Inc PainFree Writing for Nurses

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    £37.57

  • Industry Talk An Insiders Look at Writing Rpgs

    Apocalypse Ink Productions Industry Talk An Insiders Look at Writing Rpgs

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    £7.95

  • Word Warriors 3 Write Like an Author

    Brian Falkner Word Warriors 3 Write Like an Author

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    1 in stock

    £7.24

  • Revise to Write

    Wrongtree Press Revise to Write

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    £11.87

  • Cambridge University Press Editing for Sensitivity Diversity and Inclusion

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    Book SynopsisThis text is a guide for professional editors, providing evidence-based definitions, recommendations and support for emerging and experienced editors working with fiction and non-fiction genres. Written by Renée Otmar, a professional editor with more than 34 years' experience, this text is an essential guide for anyone working with words.Table of ContentsPart I. Foundations; 1. The importance of professional editing; 2. How to use this book; 3. Important definitions; 4. Legal, ideological, philosophical, scientific and theoretical contexts; Part II. Professional practice; 5. Identifying the explanatory framework within a text; 6. Literary worth versus literary intention; 7. Plagiarism; 8. Literary appropriation; 9. Cultural appropriation; 10. Decolonisation; 11. Legal reading; 12. The main types of critical appraisal; 13. Editing for sensitivity, diversity and inclusion; 14. Moral and ethical dimensions of editing; 15. Developing a workplace policy and style guide; 16. Principles for a professional practice; 17. Care of the self; 18. Conclusion; Part III. Guide.

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    £999.99

  • Memoirs of Henry Villard Journalist and Financier

    Legare Street Press Memoirs of Henry Villard Journalist and Financier

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    £19.90

  • How to Publish in Biological Sciences

    Taylor & Francis Ltd How to Publish in Biological Sciences

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    Book SynopsisThis book is a guide specifically for Early Career Researchers on how to publish in the Biological Sciences, whether that be your first manuscript or if you're already experienced there's something for everyone.Following on from How to Write a PhD in Biological Sciences: A Guide for the Uninitiated, it will guide you through taking your manuscript to publication in peer-reviewed journals and disseminating your research more broadly. It talks you through the peer-review process, including how to respond to reviewers' comments, the meaning and importance of Impact Factors and how to get citations. It also explores the challenges in the academic community around Open Access and other debates, including transparency, overlay journals, paywalls, publication bias, predatory journals and the dangers of bullying.Whether you are a student just completing your studies, or a supervisor struggling with rejections, this book will provide the insider information you need to Table of ContentsWelcome About the Author Part I - Getting your manuscript ready for submission Chapter 1 The transition from closed to openChapter 2 What is a scientific journal for?Chapter 3 What is peer review?Chapter 4 Transparency in publishingChapter 5 What can you publish?Chapter 6 What is Impact Factor, and why is it so important?Chapter 7 When should you be an author?Chapter 8 Citations and metricsChapter 9 Growing your networkChapter 10 PreprintsPart II - Submission, reviews and reviewing, revising and resubmitting Chapter 11 Writing your cover letterChapter 12 Suggesting reviewersChapter 13 Choosing the right journalChapter 14 Open Access or a paywall for your manuscript?Chapter 15 Submitting a paper to a journal for peer reviewChapter 16 Expectations of peer review?Chapter 17 Receiving the editor’s decisionChapter 18 Why should an editor read your submission?Part III - Once your paper is published Chapter 19 Now that your manuscript has been acceptedChapter 20 Once your paper is acceptedChapter 21 Writing a press releaseChapter 22 Why write a popular article?Chapter 23 Altmetrics from traditional and social mediaPart IV - Further challenges in academia Chapter 24 Is Open Access good?Chapter 25 How to conduct peer reviewChapter 26 The problems with peer reviewChapter 27 What are predatory journals?Chapter 28 Why did some journals go behind paywalls?Chapter 29 Are researchers writing more, and is more better?Chapter 30 When should you correct or retract your paper?Chapter 31 Are you bullying or being bullied?Chapter 32 Keeping track of your mental healthChapter 33 Habilitation, DSc and TenureLast NoteBibliography

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    £53.09

  • English for Journalists

    Taylor & Francis Ltd English for Journalists

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    Book SynopsisEnglish for Journalists has established itself in newsrooms the world over as an invaluable guide to the basics of English and to those aspects of writing, such as reporting speech, house style and jargon, which are specific to the language of journalism. Written in a highly accessible and engaging style, English for Journalists covers the fundamentals of grammar, spelling, punctuation and journalistic writing, with all points illustrated through a series of concise and illuminating examples. The book features practical, easy-to-follow advice with examples of common mistakes and problem words. This thirtieth anniversary edition features a revised first chapter on the state of English today by author Wynford Hicks, and a chapter on writing for social media by Gavin Allen, along with an updated glossary and references.This is an essential guide to written English for practising journalists and students of journalism today.Table of ContentsIntroduction: how this book began1 English today2 Grammar: the rules3 Grammar: 10 common mistakes4 Grammar: problems and confusions5 Spelling6 Punctuation7 Reporting speech8 Style9 Social media10 Words11 Foreign words12 FiguresAppendix 1 Style guideAppendix 2 The ‘fronted adverbial’ muddleAppendix 3 Glossary of termsFurther readingIndex

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    £34.99

  • NoÃl Coward

    Taylor & Francis NoÃl Coward

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    Book SynopsisNoÃl Coward combines a fresh appraisal of major plays by one of the twentieth centuryâs most popular dramatists, with an account of critical and theatrical responses to his life and work.For almost the entirety of the twentieth century, NoÃl Coward was one of the UKâs most popular and celebrated playwrights. Refracting, rather than directly reflecting the social and personal issues of his time, his plays reveal tensions and contradictions in the theatre world that surrounded them. As well as critical responses to his work and the key themes that it foregrounds, seminal productions of The Vortex, Private Lives, Design for Living, Hay Fever, Blithe Spirit and more are examined to further elaborate on the radicalism of his approach to personal and social relationships, and the ways in which directors and actors have sought to achieve a sense of the disquiet felt by critics and audiences when they were first produced. This book

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  • Developing Summary and Notetaking Skills with

    Cambridge University Press Developing Summary and Notetaking Skills with

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    Book SynopsisThis write-in book ensures students get plenty of practice with the summary and note-taking aspects of Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language. With revised content, students can choose sections to practise, building confidence ready for the revised exam from 2019, which has a heavier weighting on summary writing. Answers at the back of the book make it perfect for self-study or classroom use ? helping teachers save time marking and students to understand the requirements of the exam. This book is also suitable for anyone wanting to develop academic English for university and beyond, including first language students.Table of ContentsIntroduction; How to use this book: Science and the body: Note-taking 1 Tackling dyslexia in children; Summary 1 All in the mind?; Note-taking 2 Antibiotic resistance; Summary 2 The enemy within; Animal life: Note-taking 3 The thrill of watching whales; Summary 3 Why zoo cats lose their cool; Note-taking 4 Dogs on the defensive; Summary 4 Undercover cats; The world of plants: Note-taking 5 A natural antiseptic; Summary 5 The rose, queen of all flowers; Note-taking 6 Sweet talk; Summary 6 The mangoes in your trolley; Personal challenges: Note-taking 7 Lost on the mountain; Summary 7 Young ambassadors; Note-taking 8 Taking a gap year; Summary 8 My daughter can achieve whatever she wants; Leisure and lifestyle: Note-taking 9 The ugly side of clean power; Summary 9 From schoolboy to clown; Note-taking 10 The world of the Incas; Summary 10 What's for dinner, Mum?; Trends – past, present and future: Note-taking 11 B irth of a barcode; Summary 11 Pupils find internet 'a poor learning tool'; Note-taking 12 Thirsty work; Summary 12 Lost for words; Skills practice: Core level: Note-taking 13 The Huron-Wendat; Summary 13 Travel writer; Note-taking 14 The rise of the robot; Summary 14 Laughter: the best medicine; Skills practice: Extended level: Note-taking 15 The Huron-Wendat; Summary 15 Serval rescue; Note-taking 16 The rise of the robot; Summary 16 Space mission; Topic vocabulary and writing tasks: Acknowledgements: Teacher notes (with Key edition only): Answer key (with Key edition only).

    1 in stock

    £18.75

  • Expert Report Writing in Toxicology

    John Wiley and Sons Ltd Expert Report Writing in Toxicology

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisEvery year throughout the world, individuals'' health is damaged by their exposure to toxic chemicals at work. In most cases these problems will resolve, but many will sustain permanent damage. Whilst any justified claim for compensation requires medical and legal evidence a crucial and often controversial component of this process is the establishment of a causal link between the individual''s condition and exposure to a specific chemical or substance. Causation, in terms of how a substance or substances led the claimant to his or her current plight, can be difficult to establish and the main purpose of this book, is to provide the aspiring expert report writer with a concise, practical guide that uses case histories to illuminate the process of establishing causation in occupational toxicity proceedings. In summary: A practical, accessible guide to the preparation of balanced, scientifically sound expert reports in the context of occupational toxicology. <Table of ContentsPreface xi 1 A brief history of occupational toxicology 1 1.1 Occupational toxin exposure in antiquity 1 1.2 The Middle Ages and the Renaissance: The beginnings of modern occupational toxicology 2 1.3 The Industrial Revolution 5 1.4 Petrochemicals: The beginnings 6 1.5 Petrochemicals and mass production 7 1.6 Aromatic amines: Tyres, dyes, explosives and cigarettes 9 1.7 Contemporaneous knowledge 11 1.8 The pursuit of truth 12 1.9 The ‘Mad Hatter’ 13 1.10 The ‘Radium Girls’ 15 1.11 Asbestos 16 1.12 Occupational toxicity: Medicine and science 18 1.13 Health and safety today 20 References 20 2 The expert report process in legal context 23 2.1 The would-be claimant’s initial position 23 2.2 Industrial injuries disablement benefit 24 2.3 The legal process: First steps 25 2.4 Legal advice: Who pays? 26 2.5 Claim progression and possible outcomes 27 2.6 Pre-action protocols 28 2.7 Case initiation: Legal steps 29 2.8 Expert reports: Medical 30 2.9 Causality: The scientific report 31 2.10 Recruiting the scientific expert 32 2.11 Expectations of the expert: The court 33 2.12 Expectations of the expert: The solicitor/expert relationship 34 2.13 The expert report: The contract 36 2.14 Compiling the report 37 2.15 The toxin or toxins 38 2.16 Toxin entry 39 2.17 Toxin chemical nature 41 2.18 Exacerbating factors in toxin absorption 42 2.19 Causation: Mechanisms 42 2.20 Contemporaneous knowledge 44 2.21 The initial draft 46 2.22 Silence in court 46 2.23 Report writing in the real world 48 References 50 3 Acute toxicity: Case histories of solvent exposure 53 3.1 Introduction 53 3.2 Solvents in adhesives 54 3.3 Solvent toxicity 55 3.4 The real-world confusion of symptoms 57 3.5 Case histories: General format 58 3.6 Case history 1: Mr A and volatile petroleum mixture exposure 58 3.7 Case history 2: Mr B and dichloromethane exposure 66 3.8 Mr B and dichloromethane: Further developments 72 3.9 Case history 3: Mr C and chronic solvent exposure and behaviour 74 3.10 Summary of chronic solvent toxicity and behaviour 79 References 80 4 Chronic and permanent injury: Bladder cancer and occupation 83 4.1 Bladder cancer 83 4.2 The patient’s perspective 84 4.3 Bladder cancer: Causes and risks 85 4.4 Bladder cancer and occupation: Industrial injury benefit claims 87 4.5 Case history 1: Mr D 87 4.6 Case history 2: Mr E 90 4.7 Case history 3: Mr F 91 4.8 Case history 4: Mrs G 92 4.9 Bladder cancer and occupation: Legal claims for compensation 93 4.10 Mr H: bladder cancer and the car industry 93 4.11 Mr J: Bladder cancer; crankcase oils and diesel 109 4.12 Summary 119 References 119 5 Chronic and acute toxicity of herbicides and pesticides 123 5.1 Introduction 123 5.2 Herbicide/pesticide toxicity evaluation 124 5.3 Herbicides: Toxicity 124 5.4 Case history 1: Mr K and Roundup© 126 5.5 Pesticide action: The nervous system 135 5.6 Animal and insects nervous system commonality 138 5.7 Major insecticide groups – ion pump disruptors 139 5.8 AChE inhibitors 139 5.9 Other major pesticides 140 5.10 Case histories 141 5.11 Case history 2: Mrs L and fipronil toxicity 141 5.12 Case histories: OPs 148 5.13 Case history 3: Mr M 149 5.14 Case history 4: Mr N 160 References 172 6 Toxicity of imported goods 179 6.1 Overseas manufactured imported goods: Context 179 6.2 Reports for trading standards 180 6.3 Plastic tank: Naphthalene 180 6.4 Soft toys: Phthalates 181 6.5 Wooden toy story one: Barium and lead 182 6.6 Wooden toy story two: Chromium and lead 185 6.7 Adhesives: Chloroform 187 6.8 Summary 192 References 192 Epilogue: Occupational health – future perspectives 195 E.1 The developed world 195 E.2 The developing world 196 References 198 Index 201

    1 in stock

    £84.56

  • Writing Skills for Education Students Macmillan

    Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) Writing Skills for Education Students Macmillan

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisCharlotte Barrow is Senior Lecturer in Education at the University of Central Lancashire, UK.Rebecca Westrup is Senior Lecturer in Education at the University of East Anglia, UK.Trade ReviewThis is a long awaited book for all involved in the study of Education. Informative and detailed, it offers the beginning and returning student a much needed foundation with which to appreciate and effectively respond to the complex field of Education. * Karen Lowing, University of Stirling, UK *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. What Should I Be Reading? How Should I Be Reading? 3. Taking Notes and Making Notes 4. Referencing and Avoiding Plagiarism 5. Thinking Critically for an Education Degree 6. Planning Your Writing 7. The Characteristics of Academic Writing 8. Structuring and Beginning Your Writing 9. Different Kinds of Written Assignments 10. Receiving and Using Feedback Effectively 11. Reflective Writing: Reflecting on Your Own Learning Experiences 12. Reflecting on Observed Experiences in Practice 13. Next Steps: Taking Your Degree Forward Index.

    1 in stock

    £22.01

  • Technical Writing

    Taylor & Francis Ltd Technical Writing

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisTechnical Writing: A Practical Guide for Engineers, Scientists, and Nontechnical Professionals, Second Edition enables readers to write, edit, and publish materials of a technical nature, including books, articles, reports, and electronic media. Written by a renowned engineer and widely published technical author, this guide complements traditional writer's reference manuals on technical writing through presentation of first-hand examples that help readers understand practical considerations in writing and producing technical content. These examples illustrate how a publication originates as well as various challenges and solutions.The second edition contains new material in every chapter including new topics, additional examples, insights, tips and tricks, new vignettes and more exercises. Appendices have been added for writing checklists and writing samples. The references and glossary have been updated and expanded. In addition, a focus on writing for the nontechniTrade Review"Overall the book provides practical, actionable, information that can be used to improve anyone’s writing skills – technical or nontechnical. The author covers a wide variety of media used to convey technical information not only including books and journals, but also magazines, conference proceedings, newsletters, websites, and blogs. Rather than a boring cookbook style of writing, the author uses many stories, personal examples of his own writing, and visuals (graphs, tables, drawings) to convey good writing styles and practical information that will improve your writing.There are references and sample exercises at the end of each chapter for further study. The appendix also contains a list of templates for various types of documents Anyone interested in improving their writing skills and technical communication skills in general will find this book to be an invaluable and practical reference guide."—IEEE Electrical Insulation Magazine June 2019 Issue"Overall the book provides practical, actionable, information that can be used to improve anyone’s writing skills – technical or nontechnical. The author covers a wide variety of media used to convey technical information not only including books and journals, but also magazines, conference proceedings, newsletters, websites, and blogs. Rather than a boring cookbook style of writing, the author uses many stories, personal examples of his own writing, and visuals (graphs, tables, drawings) to convey good writing styles and practical information that will improve your writing.There are references and sample exercises at the end of each chapter for further study. The appendix also contains a list of templates for various types of documents Anyone interested in improving their writing skills and technical communication skills in general will find this book to be an invaluable and practical reference guide."—IEEE Electrical Insulation Magazine June 2019 IssueTable of Contents1. The Nature of Technical Writing. 2. Technical Writing Basics. 3. The Writing Process. 4. Scientific Writing. 5. Business Communications. 6. Technical Reporting. 7. Using Graphical Elements. 8. Publishing Your Work. 9. Writing For E-Media. 10: Writing with Collaborators. Appendix A: Writing Checklist. Appendix B: Writing Samples.

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    £999.99

  • The Copywriters Handbook 4th Edition

    St Martin's Press The Copywriters Handbook 4th Edition

    2 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    2 in stock

    £16.19

  • Asking the Right Questions Global Edition

    Pearson Education Asking the Right Questions Global Edition

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisTable of ContentsChapter 1: The Benefit and Manner of Asking the Right Questions Chapter 2: Speed Bumps Interfering with Your Critical Thinking Chapter 3: What Are the Issue and the Conclusion? Chapter 4: What Are the Reasons? Chapter 5: What Words or Phrases Are Ambiguous? Chapter 6: What Are the Value and Descriptive Assumptions? Chapter 7: Are There Any Fallacies in the Reasoning? Chapter 8: How Good Is the Evidence: Intuition, Personal Experience, Case Examples, Testimonials, and Appeals to Authority? Chapter 9: How Good Is the Evidence: Personal Observation, Research Studies, and Analogies? Chapter 10: Are There Rival Causes? Chapter 11: Are the Statistics Deceptive? Chapter 12 What Significant Information Is Omitted? Chapter 13: What Reasonable Conclusions Are Possible?

    1 in stock

    £57.99

  • Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Bloomsbury Introduction to Creative Writing

    1 in stock

    Covering all of the major genres, The Bloomsbury Introduction to Creative Writing is a complete introductory manual for students of creative writing. Now in its second edition, the book features an updated and expanded chapter on writing for digital media, and new exercises for reading across the genres and writing hybrid forms. Through a structured series of practical writing exercises – perfect for the classroom, the writer’s workshop or as a starting point for a portfolio of work – the book builds the student writer from the first explorations of voice and the relationship between writing and knowledge, through to mastery of a wide range of genres and forms. The Bloomsbury Introduction to Creative Writing covers such genres as: · Autobiographical writing · Short fiction · Poetry · Screenwriting and writing for performance · Writing for digital media, including video games and social media With practical guidance on writing scholarly critiques of your own work and a glossary of terms for ease of reference, The Bloomsbury Introduction to Creative Writing is an essential manual for any introductory creative writing course and a practical companion for more advanced writers.

    1 in stock

    £21.84

  • Advanced Fiction

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Advanced Fiction

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisConfident with the basics of your craft? Looking to take your writing to the next level? Advanced Fiction gives you the tools to hone your skills by thinking more deeply and systematically about deploying them on the page. Friendly and down-to-earth, Amy Weldon guides you through the realities of craft and process, combining a broad anthology of landmark stories with instruction on the more advanced aspects of fiction writing.Featuring interactive prompts, exercises and suggestions for further reading, this book guides you from larger philosophical issues to subtler technical ones, from topics as diverse as the intricate principles of storytelling to navigating artistic and political landscapes conscientiously and building a writing career. Beginning with a brief recap of the basics, the text goes on to examine:- The psychology of writing and revising- Practical methods for drafting and notebook-keeping- Taking personal and technical risks with ideas, images, and forms- Making rTable of ContentsChapter One: What Makes Advanced Fiction Writing “Advanced?” Student Craft Studio: Shannon Baker, “Habits” Craft Studio: James Joyce, “Araby” (1914) Exercises Chapter Two: Getting It Down: Self-Organizing, From Mind to Page Exercises Chapter Three: Mystery, Conviction, Form, and Risk Student Craft Studio: Levi Bird, “On Stable Ground” Craft Studio: Charlotte Perkins Gilman, “The Yellow Wallpaper” (1892) Exercises Chapter Four: Writing in Color: Culture, Identity, and Art Student Craft Studio: Ian Wreisner, “The New Chicago” Craft Studio: Rebecca Makkai, from The Great Believers: A Novel (2018) Exercises Chapter Five: Invisible Engines: Purpose, Psychic Distance, and Point of View Student Craft Studio: Andrew Tiede, “Till Death” Craft Studio: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, “The American Embassy” (2003) Exercises Chapter Six: Building a World – For Your Readers and Yourself Student Craft Studio: Joel Murillo, “Cracker Jack” Kari Myers, “Fields of Ash” Craft Studio: Angela Carter, “The Tiger’s Bride” (1979) Exercises Chapter Seven: Trust the Process: Revising, Editing, and Writing At Length Teacher Craft Studio: Amy Weldon, “The Serpent” (2018) Exercises Chapter Eight: Creative Writing and Your Future Student Career Studio: Andrew Chan, Derek Lin, Reed Johnson, MD, and Annika Dome MFA Studio: Keith Lesmeister, “East of Ely” (2017) Dr Weldon’s Fiction Prescriptions

    1 in stock

    £66.50

  • Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) Philosophy of Writing

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    a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.

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    £999.99

  • The Creative Writing Workbook

    John Murray Press The Creative Writing Workbook

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisIMPROVE YOUR CREATIVE WRITING WITH THIS PRACTICAL, LEARNING FOCUSED WORKBOOK.Are you inspired to write a novel, short story or your life story, but don''t know where to start? Do you want to improve your writing skills when using social media and blogging, or do you have an aspiration to become a freelance writer?This new Teach Yourself Workbook, written by a successful published author, accompanies you every step of your way to becoming a writer, with insider tips and techniques, guided, accessible exercises to get you writing, case studies drawn from published works and many more features ideal for budding writers who want to develop their ability through a more active style of learning. Whether you''re a poet, storyteller or playwright, have journalistic ambitions or simply want to make the most of online opportunities, the creative activities in this workbook will have you putting pen to paper from the very first chapter and you will soon be ready to achiTable of Contents : Chapter 1 - Writing for Readers : Chapter 2 - Writing about People and Places : Chapter 3 - Action! Writing Ideas : Chapter 4 - Drama: Writing for Effect : Chapter 5 - Writing Fiction : Chapter 6 - Writing Non-fiction : Chapter 7 - Life Writing : Chapter 8 - Writing Poetry : Chapter 9 - Writing Dialogue and Drama : Chapter 10 - Writing Copy : Afterword: taking it to the next level

    1 in stock

    £15.29

  • The Right Word

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Right Word

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis three-in-one guide is the perfect addition to any professional or amateur writer's bookshelf. Aimed at those who use language in their day-to-day lives, it is divided into three parts. The Grammar Guide provides clear, comprehensive guidance on sentence structure, parts of speech and punctuation; the Vocabulary Builder helps you choose the right word by listing commonly confused, misused and cliched words; the dictionary of Literary Terms provides concise definitions of linguistic forms. The budding writer can use this guide to quickly enhance their style and improve their word power. The rules and advice provided are accompanied by usage examples throughout.Trade Review‘an engaging reference book to flip through if you’re interested in the finer points of language and usage . . . it leaves you filled with awe at the nuance and breadth of the English language’ -- Carrie O’Grady * Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading *Table of ContentsIntroduction Part 1: Grammar - The parts of speech - Words working together - Punctuation - Type, format and layout - Spelling rules - Rules you can break - Glossary of grammatical terms Part 2: Vocabulary builder - Choosing the right word - Commonly confused words and word pairs - Commonly misused words - Word families - Just the opposite - Avoiding cliches Part 3 Literary terms

    2 in stock

    £11.69

  • Sage Publications Ltd Avoid Plagiarism

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisNeed guidance on plagiarism and how to avoid it? Avoid Plagiarism makes understanding plagiarism simple, giving you the know-how to write confidently and independently. Get clear guidance on exactly what plagiarism is Learn how to avoid unintentionally plagiarising the work of others Find out how to correctly credit your sources. Super Quick Skills provides the essential building blocks you need to succeed at university - fast. Packed with practical, positive advice on core academic and life skills, you’ll discover focused tips and strategies to use straight away. Whether it’s writing great essays, understanding referencing or managing your wellbeing, find out how to build good habits and progress your skills throughout your studies. Learn core skills quickly Apply them right away and see results Succeed in your studies and in life Super Quick Skills gives you the foundations you need to confidently navigate the ups and downs of university life.Trade ReviewWhile I definitely recommend this book to other individuals in learning environments, I would recommend it to everybody who is in employment and/or in management positions. This is mainly because plagiarism might seem an academic-only issue, but the reality is that we can be faced with it in real life situations where it can result in financial losses and sufferings. -- Violet Hejazi, Law student and Freelance InterpreterTable of ContentsWhat do I need to know about plagiarism as a student? Why is it important for me to avoid plagiarism? What does it mean to study with integrity? When do I need to credit my sources? How do I credit my sources? What are some practical ways to avoid plagiarism in my writing? How can I use software to check my work for plagiarism? Where can I get help from within my university? How do I know I’ve understood how to avoid plagiarism?

    2 in stock

    £10.63

  • Awake: Live in Your New Story

    Boardroom Retreat Awake: Live in Your New Story

    1 in stock

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    £16.50

  • Your Storytelling Potential: The Underground

    Morgan James Publishing llc Your Storytelling Potential: The Underground

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisWriters seeking to create novels and screenplays with genuine layers and depth will find essential insight in Mitchell German’s Your Storytelling Potential!After studying filmmaking and screenwriting at NYU—one of the premier film studies programs in the United States (if not the world)—Mitchell German graduated with a complete doctrine on storytelling theory in his arsenal; yet his screenplays still lacked the potency he desired. He spent ten years studying every available book and “expert” on storytelling, but it wasn’t until 2002, after endlessly studying the movie Liar Liar, that Mitchell found the key and developed the Your Storytelling Potential Method. The truth about great storytelling is hidden in plain view for anyone to see, but nearly every expert ignores the most basic story construct. In Your Storytelling Potential, writers who seek to tell great stories will find: A complete understanding of the Identifiable Traits great novels and screenplays (namely movies) have that distinguish them from the other 99.99% of books and screenplays written every year How to use Two Stories within a screenplay and novel, which exponentially increases the chances of those stories gaining buzz and attention A proper understanding of the critical and essential role of Subplots to create genuine character depth and relationships How to properly integrate a Theme for stories to convey deep, relevant, and amazing ideas An outline for utilizing A/B Parallel Story Structure and the Simple Story Timeline to build multi-dimensional stories with the required converging events of the A-Story/B-Story relationship How the premise of every great story is created by the convergence of the A & B Storylines, and how this Key Information can unlock Your Storytelling Potential

    1 in stock

    £15.19

  • Emotions and Affect in Writing Centers

    Parlor Press Emotions and Affect in Writing Centers

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis

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    £51.29

  • Critical Process Writing

    Dio Press Inc Critical Process Writing

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    1 in stock

    £31.49

  • Realize Your Writing Dreams: Actionable Tips on

    Booklocker.com Realize Your Writing Dreams: Actionable Tips on

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisBecoming a published author is no easy task. Overcoming the writing challenges, agent and publisher rejections and marketing failures can be excruciating.-----It can often seem like an impossible dream, but those dreams can be realized!-----Realize your Writing Dreams includes advice and actionable tips on all things writing, publishing and marketing books.-----Section one includes everything you need to know before you start writing that book. It includes a dictionary on writing lingo such as what is a pantser and a list of genres. You’ll learn what a writer’s platform and a writer’s tribe is and how to successfully build them. This section also includes tips on formatting your manuscript, what is and how to create an outline, a literary proposal, your synopsis, and a logline.---Section two is all about the writing process and includes suggestions for writing believable characters, creating conflict and which point of view and tense is right for your book. This section also includes tips on finding the time to write as well as being more productive within that time frame.-----Section three is all about publishing. Are you considering traditional publishing but having trouble finding an agent? Learn the pros and cons of each publishing choice and make the best decision for you and your book.-----The fourth section is all about marketing. Whichever publishing route you choose you will be responsible for the marketing of your book. You will receive actionable tips on all things marketing including how to get the attention of the media for you and your book, promotions, advertising, how to handle bad book reviews when they happen and how to write a winning business and marketing plan for your book. This section also includes ideas on how to schedule and prepare for successful book signings and author events.-----Sharing our words with readers can be difficult for writers. Gaining knowledge and being prepared are the best confidence boosters. Realize Your Writing Dreams will talk you through each step of the writing, publishing and marketing process giving you the knowledge and confidence you need to write past your insecurities.-----Becoming a successful author has nothing to do with luck and everything to do perseverance, passion and preparation.-----Realize Your Writing Dreams is a book that you will keep and refer to throughout your writing career.-----

    1 in stock

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  • Writing Feature Stories

    Taylor & Francis Writing Feature Stories

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisGood writing engages as it informs and feature journalism offers writers the opportunity to tell deep, affecting stories that look beyond the immediate mechanics of who, what, where and when and explore the more difficult-and more rewarding- questions: how and why? Whether you''re a blogger, a news journalist or an aspiring lifestyle reporter, a strong voice and a fresh, informed perspective remain in short supply and strong demand; this book will help you craft the kind of narratives people can''t wait to share on their social media feeds.Writing Feature Stories established a reputation as a comprehensive, thought-provoking and engaging introduction to researching and writing feature stories. This second edition is completely overhauled to reflect the range of print and digital feature formats, and the variety of online, mobile and traditional media in which they appear.This hands-on guide explains how to generate fresh ideas; research online and offline; make the most of interviews; sift and sort raw material; structure and write the story; edit and proofread your work; find the best platform for your story; and pitch your work to editors.''A wide-ranging, much-needed master class for anyone who tells true yarns in this fast-changing journalistic marketplace'' - Bruce Shapiro, Columbia University''Useful and thought provoking'' - Margaret Simons, journalist and author''A must read for any digital storyteller who wants to write emotive, engaging, believable content.'' - Nidhi Dutt, foreign correspondent

    1 in stock

    £29.99

  • Business Cases That Get Results

    BCS Learning & Development Limited Business Cases That Get Results

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA business case is a logical, structured argument to bring about business change, aimed at the decision makers in an organisation. A persuasive, well-written business case can win over your readers and get you the all important approval you need. In this book you’ll discover the do’s and don’ts of pitching your ideas through a business case. You'll learn what the essential components of a business case are, including what key questions you should be answering, how to structure your business case, factors to consider when thinking about benefits and risks, and how best to tackle ROI.Trade Review'A highly valuable resource, and one that would be well worth keeping to hand.' -- A P Sutcliffe, MSc, MBCS'Presents a practical and down to earth approach to business case development.' -- Peter Wheatcroft * Moderator for the UK IT Industry Awards, author of BCS books World Class IT Service Delivery; Service Desk and Incident Manager *Table of Contents Introduction: What Is A Business Case? The Key Questions Your Case Needs To Answer The Importance of Identifying Every Stakeholder How To Structure Your Business Case Benefits and Outcome Analysis Thinking About Risks ROI: What It Is and Why You Need To Show It Internal Opposition: The Enemy In the Ranks Making Your Case With A Presentation The Importance of Editing Submitting Your Business Case Afterword

    1 in stock

    £9.99

  • Tips from a Publisher: A Guide to Writing,

    Eye Books Tips from a Publisher: A Guide to Writing,

    Book SynopsisFrom a handy introduction to how the publishing world works, and how authors fit into it, to practical tips on writing your book, strategies for editing and re-writing, and an indispensable guide to creating the perfect submission, Tips from a Publisher is crammed full of common-sense advice that no aspiring writer should be without. Scott Pack was head of buying for the Waterstones book chain before spending several years as a publisher at HarperCollins, acquiring and editing numerous bestsellers and award-winning books. He is now a freelance editor and university lecturer, and hosts many writing workshops and classes.Trade Review‘A guide to writing, editing, submitting and publishing – as the book’s subtitle says – from an industry perspective. A friendly, useful, realistic, up-to-date and detailed guide to what to expect from and with agents and publishers (as well as with non-traditional ways into publication), and how to approach them professionally. A great addition to any shelf of writery books. Recommended’ – 255 Book Review, ‘Quite different from any other writing guide I’ve ever come across’ – Antonia Honeywell, Booktime BrunchTable of ContentsAn Introduction to Publishing - The Lifecycle of a Book - A Beginner's Guide to Publishing Models - The Mathematics of Publishing Writing Your Book - Writing Strategies - How to Write a Killer Opening - Writing Dialogue that Sounds Right - Creating Fictional Worlds - Writing Believable Characters Revising Your Book - How to Edit Your Own Work - Strategies for Rewrites Submitting and Publishing Your Book - How to Perfect Your Submission - Life as an Author - Self Publishing

    £15.03

  • Science Research Writing: For Native And Non-native Speakers Of English

    World Scientific Europe Ltd Science Research Writing: For Native And Non-native Speakers Of English

    1 in stock

    This book enables STEMM researchers to write effective papers for publication as well as other research-related texts such as a doctoral thesis, technical report, or conference abstract.Science Research Writing uses a reverse-engineering approach to writing developed from extensive work with STEMM researchers at Imperial College London. This approach unpacks current models of STEMM research writing and helps writers to generate the writing tools needed to operate those models effectively in their own field. The reverse-engineering approach also ensures that writers develop future-proof strategies that will evolve alongside the coming changes in research communication platforms.The Second Edition has been extensively revised and updated to represent current practice and focuses on the writing needs of both early-stage doctoral STEMM researchers and experienced professional researchers at the highest level, whether or not they are native speakers of English. The book retains the practical, user-friendly format of the First Edition, and now contains seven units that deal separately with the components of written STEMM research communication: Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, Abstract and Title, as well as extensive FAQ responses and a new Checklist and Tips section. Each unit analyses extracts from recent published STEMM journal papers to enable researchers to discover not only what to write, but, crucially, how to write it.The global nature of science research requires fast, accurate communication of highly complex information that can be understood by all participants. Like the First Edition, the Second Edition is intended as a fast, do-it-yourself guide to make both the process and the product of STEMM research writing more effective.Related Link(s)

    1 in stock

    £58.50

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