Essential Writing Skills for College and Beyond

by Charlene Gill

Now with new material on inclusive language, peer review, sample essay prompts, and more, this indispensable guide helps you hone your writing skills for success in college and in life.

Every student knows that writing a successful college paper is no small undertaking. To make the grade, you need to express your ideas clearly and concisely. So how do you do it? Essential Writing Skills for College and Beyond offers practical strategies to help
 
- Write any type of college paper, including term papers, essays, creative assignments, and more
- Improve your writing through the process of brainstorming and organizing ideas, researching like a pro, structuring and drafting your paper, and polishing your writing
- Master the nuts and bolts by avoiding common mistakes in grammar, spelling, and punctuation
- Stay organized and on-schedule with timelines tailored to a variety of papers
- Take it to the next level with advice on writing effectively after graduation and on the job

College writing may seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be. No matter what your major or field of study, Essential Writing Skills for College and Beyond helps you take charge of your writing, your grades, and your path to success.

304 pages, Paperback

First published April 15, 2014

Reviews

[Michael Goodine · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a very nice introduction to academic writing. High school students and first-year university students will find a lot of helpful information here.

The book reads like a slightly more accessible version of "They Say, I say" by Graff, et al. That means the main focus is placing your academic argument in the context of a larger debate on the topic. There are also some good tips about how to revise and polish your writing.

I just wish the authors had included a short section on given/new information flow. That's something I think a lot of new writers struggle to understand and improve on.

[Chaze Patrick · Rating 5 out of 5]

This literature was a decent read that I would encourage anyone to read in order to heighten their brainstorming and writing practices. The author provides relevant examples throughout the book to connect their ideas. Additionally, there are various templates that can be replicated to help in the research process. As a graduate student, this book has served as a great refresher to the mechanics of writing in and out of the classroom.

[Samantha Soper · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is the best book to learn about what is needed to write a good paper. I always hated writing formal reports but this book has made me like and completely understand writing.

[Brian Eigbrett · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read, all the way through with many tips!