Effective Business & Nonfiction Writing, Second Edition
- 2h 56m
- Jan Yager
- Hannacroix Creek Books
- 2001
Whether you want to write a business letter, report, e-mail, memo, or a best seller, this authoritative book is the place to start. Drawing on her own extensive writing experience, as well as interviews with other writers, Jan Yager demystifies the art of using words gracefully and effectively. In this second edition, you will learn how to improve your business and nonfiction writing, including:
- a self-evaluation to assess your current writing skills
- the 4 basic steps to effective business or nonfiction writing
- how to overcome writer’s block
- how to craft a style that’s right for you and your audience
- how to get your writing published
- time management tips for writing and writers
- exercises to hone your writing skills
About the Author
Jan Yager, who has a Ph.D. in sociology, has worked as a book editor and publisher, taught writing at Penn State, and has led workshops on writing and getting published. Her 15 published books include Friendshifts, Creative Time Management for the New Millennium, Business Protocol, and Ultimately Death: a Novel, co-authored with Fred Yager. Her articles have been published in Parade, The New York Times, Redbook, and Writer’s Digest.
In this Book
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Words, Words, Words: An Introduction
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Writer's Block
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Tools of the Trade
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Content
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Style
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Writing for Work, School, or Personal Reasons
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Getting Your Writing Published
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Conclusion: Building on the Skills You Have
