In order to communicate clearly, the rules of written language must be mastered! Although these rules often seem arbitrary and complicated, The Everything Grammar and Style Book explains in simple terms how to express all of your thoughts on paper-correctly.
You will learn all the basics of good writing, starting with common grammatical issues and developing a writing style. The Everything Grammar and Style Book is packed with guidelines for effective writing, from good word choice and proper punctuation to developing narrative voice and paragraph organization. Including helpful lists of the most commonly misspelled and misused words, The Everything Grammar and Style Book has all of the ingredients necessary to help you become a great writer.
Featuring:
The 999 most commonly misspelled words
Secrets of root words, suffixes, and prefixes
Figures of speech
Passive versus active voice
Effective revision techniques
Steps to mastering difficult punctuation
About the Author
Susan Thurman has taught English grammar from the junior high level to the college level, and currently teaches at Henderson Community College in Kentucky. She is the editor and publisher of Class Act, a national magazine that features grammar, writing, and ideas for English teachers. She has written more than fifty articles on English instruction, as well as a number of study guides. She lives in Henderson, Kentucky.
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