|
 
$10.95
Used Hardcover
Ships in 1 to 3 days
This title in other editionsThe Curious Case of the Misplaced Modifier: How to Solve the Mysteries of Weak Writingby Bonnie Trenga
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Most people think that good grammar leads to good writing. But the truth is that while good writing may be technically correct, it's also strong, concise, and specific. This guide identifies the seven writing weaknesses that editors everywhere must fix again and again; in fact, almost all of an editor's corrections on any piece of writing will come from the material covered in this book's lessons. In an engaging solve-the-mystery format, you'll solve these cases: The Tantalizing Tale of Passive VoiceThe Peculiar Puzzle of the Vague -ing WordThe Confusing Caper Concerning the Super-Long SentenceYou don't have to wade through hundreds of pages of dry grammar references to improve your writing. Rather than memorize the picky details that very few people care about, learn what really leads to good writing in this easy-to-use and friendly book. Synopsis:In The Curious Case of the Misplaced Modifier, editor Bonnie Trenga presents the ten lessons writers need to know to improve their informative, persuasive, and creative work. This guide: *Covers the big picture of what comprises poor writing, rather than focusing on the picky details that rarely concern most writers and editors*Introduces each lesson in an entertaining mystery format to help readers better grasp what they're learning*Shares fast-and-easy lessons that can be learned in ten minutes and practiced in thirtyPerfect for creative writers, editors, business writers, tech writers, and students, this book will help any reader create stronger writing. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
Other books you might like
Related Aisles
|
|||||||||
|
|
||||||||||
|
Follow us on...
|
||||||||||
Don't Miss
