- Paperback: 352 pages
- Publisher: Ten Speed Press; 2nd Revised edition edition (31 May 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1580085725
- ISBN-13: 978-1580085724
- Product Dimensions: 21.5 x 2.3 x 27.7 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 298,193 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Even the simplest notes can trigger procrastination, deliberation, and frustration in all of us. Thankfully, writing expert Sandra Lamb is here to provide tips for writing virtually all communications: emails, resumes, thank-you notes, collection letters, grant proposals, letters of complaint, press releases, and much more.
- An improved and expanded edition of the essential reference on restoring personality, civility, and grace back to business and personal communications.
- Geared toward today's edgier and more competitive business landscape.
- Includes twice as many models as the previous edition and new chapters on applying for jobs via email, writing business plans, creating book proposals, and drafting letters of apology and condolence.
- Previous edition sold 60,000 copies.
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A complete guide to personal through business writing.
Designed to give every writer complete, immediate guidelines to writing everything from a personal thank-you note to a public service announcement. Chapters are arranged so the writer can go immediately to the information needed; and models are available to be examples, or to be adapted to the writer's needs and used. Guidelines include, too, grammar and style information, and gender-wise language. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Designed to give every writer complete, immediate guidelines to writing everything from a personal thank-you note to a public service announcement. Chapters are arranged so the writer can go immediately to the information needed; and models are available to be examples, or to be adapted to the writer's needs and used. Guidelines include, too, grammar and style information, and gender-wise language. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
As a writer, teacher, and psychotherapist, I find myself recommending this book over and over. It really is a complete guide. The simple, direct format is clear and useful.
A great resource for anyone who needs examples to follow, do's and don't's, and some basic rules when writing in unfamiliar territory.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Whether we're looking for work, expressing our sympathy, or voicing a complaint, life is full of situations in which a well-written letter can make a big difference. Technology has made us all more casual with our communication, but How to Write It is a good guide to review before you compose any important message. This book helps you organize your thoughts before writing; it also helps you be a more positive communicator by eliminating words that can be taken the wrong way. I'm a professional writer, but I see plenty in here that will help me improve my own work.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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Sandra E. Lamb has written the definitive text on how to write anything. She includes everything from the personal through all those things you always wanted to know about getting publicity. There's an extensive section on press releases, public service announcements, bibliographies, and media alerts. It's all here!
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I am a counselor in private practice, as well as a writer, and I recommend How to Write it to my clients as an excellent resource, especially for those who are unsure of their... Read more
Published on 22 Feb 1999
essential reference work
Short of teaching you how to write War and Peace, this marvelous reference book covers absolutely all the bases. Read more
Published on 18 Feb 1999
Comprehensive, Complete, Easy-to-Use
I found this volume a great tool for writing anything and everything. I started with a collection letter, a sympathy note, then a business release. Read more
Published on 14 Jan 1999
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