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Paperback. Plunging into the verbal quagmire of official language used by bureaucrats in both government and business, the author develops new techniques based on linguistic principles to improve their communication with the public. He presents nine case studies that reveal representative problems with bureaucratic language. Num Pages: 208 pages, forms. BIC Classification: CBW; CFB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 13. Weight in Grams: 350.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
Georgetown University Press United States
Number of pages
208
Condition
New
SKU
V9780878406975
ISBN
9780878406975
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 68.72

Hardback. This classic reference guide has been comprehensively revised to reflect the latest developments in publishing. Num Pages: 558 pages, 28 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBWJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 156 x 233 x 30. Weight in Grams: 938. The Cambridge Handbook for Editors, Copy-editors and Proofreaders. 558 pages, 28 b/w illus. This classic reference guide has been comprehensively revised to reflect the latest developments in publishing. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: 2AB; CBWJ. Dimension: 156 x 233 x 30. Weight: 1010.
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Number of pages
558
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Edition
4th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521847131
ISBN
9780521847131
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 117.20

Paperback. Ten simple steps and forty-six techniques to help business professionals, engineers, and scientists write more effectively and efficiently Can Do Writing is the writing guide for the hundreds of millions of people who write documents as part of a job. Num Pages: 208 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: CBW; KJP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 154 x 228 x 14. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470449790
ISBN
9780470449790
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.49

Paperback. Num Pages: 352 pages, 23 illus. BIC Classification: APT; CBWJ; JFD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 221 x 144 x 21. Weight in Grams: 450.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Edition
Reprint
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231144971
ISBN
9780231144971
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.29

Paperback. Num Pages: 216 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 141 x 15. Weight in Grams: 294.
Publisher
Meriwether Publishing,U.S. United States
Number of pages
216
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9781566080101
ISBN
9781566080101
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 19.25

Paperback. Provides important information for children's writers. With lists of reading-level specific words and a thesaurus of words annotated with reading levels, this guide aims to save writers time by collecting everything they need to know about age-appropriate language. Num Pages: 352 pages, 50 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CBV; CBW; DSR; DSY; GBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 152 x 229 x 25. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
F&W Publications Inc
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781582974132
ISBN
9781582974132
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 18.25

Paperback. Guides readers to consider style not as an elegant accessory of effective prose but as its very heart. This title presents writing as an intellectual activity, not a passive application of verbal skills. Num Pages: 272 pages, 1 line illus. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBW; JNZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 142 x 20. Weight in Grams: 358.
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691147437
ISBN
9780691147437
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 32.34

Paperback. Clear, Precise, Direct provides a concise set of strategies to help students improve their writing skills through exercises and assignments, including personal narrative and academic writing, with a focus on revision as well as analysis of peer writing models. Num Pages: 304 pages, 3 photographs; 2 figures; 4 tables. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBW; JNZ. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 181 x 15. Weight in Grams: 462.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199006403
ISBN
9780199006403
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.96

Paperback. Comprising 8 books in one, this compendium writing guide is for all who aspire to improve their writing skills, grammar, spelling and punctuation in one easy step. Num Pages: 832 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; 4KL; 4KST; CBW. Category: (E) Primary & Secondary Education; (G) General (US: Trade); (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 198 x 131 x 53. Weight in Grams: 588.
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Number of pages
832
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
First edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780007523535
ISBN
9780007523535
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.49

Hardback. Editor(s): Green, Warren; Simon, Barbara Levy. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CBW; JKSN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 454.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231142946
ISBN
9780231142946
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 140.74

Paperback. The BestSelling Guide to Writing Funny and Getting Paid for It. Comedy Writing Secrets has been a perennial bestseller on the Writers Digest list the third edition revises the existing material with fresh material, references, jokes, and examples, and adds 25 new material focused mainly on online humor. It cuts the excess fluff while also adding instruction for the ever-growing online humor market. Num Pages: 240 pages, 40. .
Publisher
F&W Publications Inc
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781599639611
ISBN
9781599639611
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.34

Paperback. Writing in a highly accessible yet compelling style, contributors explain communication theories by applying them to "artifacts" of popular culture. Using this book, students will become familiar with key theories in communication while developing creative and critical thinking. Editor(s): Roberts, Kathleen Glenister. Num Pages: 264 pages. BIC Classification: CBWJ; GTC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 153 x 225 x 18. Weight in Grams: 376.
Publisher
Peter Lang Publishing Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781433126420
ISBN
9781433126420
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.42

Paperback. Letters are making a comeback - they have greater impact - and are more successful than emails. Recipients take them more seriously and respond to them in greater detail. This book provides specimen letters and paragraphs to cover different situations. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: CBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 138 x 20. Weight in Grams: 436.
Publisher
Foulsham
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9780572034825
ISBN
9780572034825
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.61

Paperback. Presents a fresh edition Plain Words, that was intended simply as a guide to the proper use of English for the Civil Service. This guide reflects numerous changes that took place in English usage. It features a private archive. Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (L) ELT / TEFL; (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 199 x 129 x 20. Weight in Grams: 242.
Publisher
PENGUIN BOOKS
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780241960349
ISBN
9780241960349
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.57

Paperback. Computer-Mediated Communication in Personal Relationships Editor(s): Wright, Kevin Bradley; Webb, Lynne M. Num Pages: 411 pages, 99, ill. BIC Classification: CBP; CBWJ; GTC; JH; JM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 152 x 225 x 25. Weight in Grams: 596.
Publisher
Peter Lang Publishing Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
First printing
Condition
New
SKU
V9781433110818
ISBN
9781433110818
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.18

Paperback. Turn your knack for language into a lucrative career Must-know techniques and resources for maximizing your accuracy and speed Interested in becoming a copyeditor or proofreader? Want to know more about what each job entails? This friendly guide helps you position yourself for success. Num Pages: 384 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ABM; CBWJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 190 x 22. Weight in Grams: 602.
Publisher
For Dummies
Number of pages
384
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470121719
ISBN
9780470121719
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 16.07

Paperback. Learn in a week, what the experts learn in a lifetime. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: CBW; KJSA; VSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton General Division United Kingdom
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781473609419
ISBN
9781473609419
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.58

Paperback. A reader designed to encourage the questionning of gender assumptions with over 70 percent of contributions from women. The essays explore a variety of styles, are organised by level of difficulty with each chapter followed by questions for discussion not only on matters of content but also diction, sentence structure and structure of argument. Editor(s): Logan, Carolyn. Num Pages: 480 pages. BIC Classification: CBW; JFSJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 19. Weight in Grams: 547.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Broadview Press Ltd Canada
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9781551111278
ISBN
9781551111278
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.95
€ 46.45

Paperback. -- Stanley Persky, City University of New York Num Pages: 477 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: AVA; CBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 177 x 253 x 32. Weight in Grams: 882.
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
477
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1989
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231070393
ISBN
9780231070393
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.27
€ 50.57

Paperback. No matter what your genre, Creating Characters gives you the tools necessary to create realistic, fascinating characters that your readers will root for and remember long after they've finished the story. Num Pages: 352 pages. BIC Classification: CBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 140 x 213 x 23. Weight in Grams: 424.
Publisher
F&W Publications Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781599638768
ISBN
9781599638768
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 17.35

Paperback. A guide to the creative possibilities of critical writing. It offers an introduction to the theory and practice of creative-critical writing. Num Pages: 336 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: CBW; DSA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 494.
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748674336
ISBN
9780748674336
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 33.25

Paperback. Turn your inspiration into a story with clear, expert guidance Creative Writing Exercises For Dummies is a step-by-step creative writing course designed to hone your craft, regardless of ability. Num Pages: 384 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: CBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 187 x 237 x 21. Weight in Grams: 692.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118921050
ISBN
9781118921050
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 16.95

paperback. Num Pages: 264 pages. BIC Classification: CBW; JKV. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 232 x 178 x 9. Weight in Grams: 345.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Pearson United States
Edition
6th Edition
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780133514384
ISBN
9780133514384
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 125.10

Paperback. Putting together a newsletter - whether it's for a club or society, a political organisation or a company, a special interest group or a local area can be a daunting prospect. This book helps absolute beginners master the basics of organising and running a newsletter and more. Num Pages: 80 pages, 100 screenshots. BIC Classification: CBW; KNTP; UD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 278 x 215 x 7. Weight in Grams: 368.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
New Holland
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
80
Condition
New
SKU
V9781847737076
ISBN
9781847737076
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.69

Paperback. .
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442246140
ISBN
9781442246140
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 43.41

Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages, 9 black & white illustrations, 3 black & white tables, 6 black & white halftones, 3 black. BIC Classification: CBW; JNM; JNZ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 246 x 189. .
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415820844
ISBN
9780415820844
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.20

Paperback. Num Pages: 624 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: CBWT; UGD. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 177 x 23. Weight in Grams: 816.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
IBM Press
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780133118971
ISBN
9780133118971
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 47.99
€ 45.98

Paperback. Formerly "The Longman Dictionary of Poetic Terms", this updated version contains over 1600 entries on the devices, techniques, history, theory and terminology of poetry from the Classical period to the present. Num Pages: 480 pages, bibliography, references. BIC Classification: CBW; DSC; DSR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 155 x 32. Weight in Grams: 686.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
University of North Texas Press,U.S. United States
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
SKU
V9781574411669
ISBN
9781574411669
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.58

Paperback. Tells what every senior researcher knows: that research is not a mechanical, linear process, but a thoughtful and adventurous journey through a nonlinear world. The author breaks library research into seven basic and simultaneous tasks: design, search, scanning/browsing, reading, analyzing, filing, and writing. Series: Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing and Publishing. Num Pages: 272 pages, 5 figures. BIC Classification: CBW; JNZ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 154 x 229 x 13. Weight in Grams: 380.
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226167787
ISBN
9780226167787
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.47

Paperback. Dissertation Writing for Engineers and Scientists is the must-have book for preparing students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels for the dissertation writing process. Num Pages: 160 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: CBWT; TBC. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 238 x 170 x 9. Weight in Grams: 284.
Publisher
Prentice Hall (UK)
Number of pages
160
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
Student
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405872782
ISBN
9781405872782
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 62.24

Paperback. .
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781473912076
ISBN
9781473912076
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.94

paperback. Num Pages: 544 pages. BIC Classification: CBW; CJBR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 594.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Pearson Education (US) United States
Edition
8th Edition
Number of pages
544
Condition
New
SKU
V9780205211302
ISBN
9780205211302
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 141.46

Paperback. Editor(s): Klingshim, William E.; Safran, Linda. Series: CUA Studies in Early Christianity. Num Pages: 314 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: AGR; CBW; HRC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 153 x 22. Weight in Grams: 542.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press United States
Number of pages
314
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813215310
ISBN
9780813215310
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.04

Hardcover. Num Pages: 201 pages, tables, charts. BIC Classification: CBWT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 220 x 146 x 21. Weight in Grams: 480.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
201
Condition
New
SKU
V9781608764259
ISBN
9781608764259
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 134.73
€ 92.06

Hardcover. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: CBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 160 x 26. Weight in Grams: 658.
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1990
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780945612131
ISBN
9780945612131
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 45.26

Paperback. Num Pages: 211 pages. BIC Classification: CBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 141 x 12. Weight in Grams: 288.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Sterling Publishers Pvt.Ltd India
Number of pages
211
Condition
New
SKU
V9788120747630
ISBN
9788120747630
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 10.82

Hardcover. This new edition of the handbook offers updated, practical advice on writing effective letters, reports, and memos, while retaining an easy-to- read format. Num Pages: 608 pages, index, appendixes. BIC Classification: CBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 238 x 165 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1034.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1988
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
608
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471807087
ISBN
9780471807087
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 307.20

Hardcover. The second edition of Effective Writing in Psychology helps users produce crisp scientific communication, form concise unambiguous arguments, and render technical information clear and comprehensible. The new edition incorporates the latest guidelines contained within the 6 th edition of the APA Publication Manual. Num Pages: 312 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: CBW; JM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 157 x 24. Weight in Grams: 574.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470671245
ISBN
9780470671245
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 145.11

Paperback. Effective communication is vital to science, engineering and business management. This book gives clear, practical advice illustrated with real-life examples on how to select, organize and present information in reports, papers and other documents. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: CBW; P; TB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 157 x 16. Weight in Grams: 442.
Publisher
Routledge
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1989
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780419146605
ISBN
9780419146605
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.02

Paperback. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: CBW; KNTJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 187 x 10. Weight in Grams: 296.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Pearson
Edition
3rd Edition
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9780205781126
ISBN
9780205781126
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 133.30