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Mastering the Craft of Writing: How to Write with Clarity, Emphasis, & Style
Contributor(s): Wilbers, Stephen (Author)
ISBN: 159963788X     ISBN-13: 9781599637884
Publisher: Writer's Digest Books
OUR PRICE:   $18.99  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: April 2014
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BISAC Categories:
- Language Arts & Disciplines | Style Manuals
- Language Arts & Disciplines | Writing - Composition
Dewey: 808.02
LCCN: 2014430983
Physical Information: 0.8" H x 5.9" W x 8.9" (1.10 lbs) 320 pages
 
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Make Every Word Memorable

To be remembered for your words, you need to write with skill and style. Whether you're crafting a novel, composing an e-mail, or creating a technical report, Mastering the Craft of Writing presents 52 practical techniques to improve your prose. Spend a week with each technique, or use this book as a go-to reference. Either way, you'll have the tools to enliven your writing and delight your readers.

- Write with economy: Eliminate wordiness, use strong verbs to drive your sentences, and don't trust modifiers.
- Write with emphasis: Use punctuation for effect, structure sentences and paragraphs for coherency and flow, and employ repetition to make your point.
- Write with distinction: Use your imagination to create the unexpected, add a light-hearted touch to your writing, and go beyond clarity to eloquence and grace.
With exercises, entertaining asides, and a wealth of useful information, Mastering the Craft of Writing is an invaluable resource for any writer. Once you master these techniques, you'll want to use them in everything you write.