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Writing Your Dissertation in Fifteen Minutes a Day (Paperback)

by Joan Bolker (Author)
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Discusses the various aspects of dissertation writing, such as choosing an advisor, a committee, and a topic, and offers advice on writing zero and first drafts, revising, and dealing with interruptions.

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59 of 60 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent and invaluable, 12 Oct 2000
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Before I brought this book I was stalled in PhD hell, but it was full of essential tips which has enabled me to write my thesis. Unlike many other books it is not patronising or judgemental and does not make any assumptions about how much (or how little) work you have already done. Just reading it made me feel better, to realise I was not the only one who was having trouble writing up, but also made me realise how much time I spend faffing ... like surfing the internet ....
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5.0 out of 5 stars Readable and inspiring reference for dissertation writers, 18 Dec 2005
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This book is great for giving you a push to get moving with your writing. It has helped me to feel more empowered about my work and enjoy the writing process more.

It is organized in such a way (frequent subheadings in chapters) that you can read a few pages, break, and come back to it without losing where you are. I spent about three weeks reading it slowly as I worked; it was my break-time read to prompt me onward.

The author knows all the symptoms and procrastinating that go on when writing a dissertation or papers, she even points out a few things we might now realize about our behaviour and gives suggestions on how to overcome these hurdles.

I plan to read it again after showing it to one of my officemates. What a great book! Definitely worth every penny, this one will become an old friend.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Do not start your Ph.D. project without it, 6 Mar 2001
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Bolker's book has been my bible for the past couple of years. It is essential in providing that "you're not alone" awareness that every graduate student needs, using simple language and a sense of humor to outline the commonest stumbling blocks on the way. Although there's no way one can really complete a dissertation in "15 minutes a day" (the author herself admits it's just a marketing trick to catch your attention), it is quite possible to start at 15 minutes a day, and build it up gradually. It is the best of the three or four books on the subject I purchased, and I keep going back to it. A perfect gift for someone writing a dissertation.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Not what I expected
Pulling together a credible dissertation is not an exact science and I understand the need for variance in approach. Read more
Published on 2 Aug 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars On of the best books on the subject
Although the 15 minutes a day idea is just a marketing tool, the book is very helpful. Although still not aimed at scientists, it's still helped give some sort of focus and guide... Read more
Published on 17 May 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable aid to getting started on the writing itself
This is the only book I've found that helps you formulate and shape your ideas for your dissertation. Read more
Published on 7 Mar 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Makes the completion of your dissertation a realistic goal!
As someone who works privately with students, helping them with dissertations, I highly recommend this book. Read more
Published on 13 April 1999

3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and Unique Book
This book is unique in a sense that it does not just explain each step mechanically but rather advices us how to "write". Read more
Published on 30 Oct 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Best book on academic writing I've found
Joan Bolker's book is a must for any doctoral student. Her advice on the writing process is direct and practical and tremendously useful for anyone involved in any writing... Read more
Published on 19 Oct 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical and Inspiring
In the last few weeks I have been spending more time reading about writing a dissertation than actually writing one. Read more
Published on 2 Aug 1998

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