Adopters and reviewers praise Intermediate Accounting, 4e, by Spiceland/Sepe/Tomassini for its superior readability, strong supplements package/learning system, good EOC, real-world flavor, consistent quality; and high student engagement. SST 4e will gain support in both traditional and progressive accounting departments, especially those looking for a more concise, decision-making text that reinforces challenging concepts. At 1250 pages (200 pages shorter than the market leader), SST 4e has not sacrificed content for pages. Instead, the authors have created a flexible text with a student friendly writing style that focuses on explaining not only how to apply a procedure, but why its applied. SST 4e is built around a “Learning System” designed to prepare students for the new CPA exam and the business world, by emphasizing decision making. Acknowledging the diversity of students and their learning styles, the authors have created a clear text and varied supplemental materials to aid the success of every student. SST 4e also provides a flexible and consistent supplemental package for instructors.

J. David Spiceland received his MBA at Southern Illinois University and his Ph.D. at University of Arkansas. Dr. Spiceland has been recognized for his teaching, and is active in the AAA.Jim Sepe received his MBA at the University of CaliforniaBerkeley and his Ph.D. at the University of Washington. He has received numerous teaching awards at Santa Clara University.Larry Tomassini is professor of accounting and MIS and director of the undergraduate accounting program at The Ohio State University. He has held several endowed chair positions during his academic career, including the Ernst and Young Distinguished Professor at the University of Illinois and the Peat Marwick Mitchell Centennial Professorship in Accounting at the University of Texas.