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Below are some books on writing, [[grammar]] and usage. | Below are some books on writing, [[grammar]] and usage. | ||
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*''The Elements of Style'', Fourth Edition by William Strunk Jr. and E. B. White, Independently published (March 16, 2023) | *''The Elements of Style'', Fourth Edition by William Strunk Jr. and E. B. White, Independently published (March 16, 2023) | ||
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*''Writers INC: A Student Handbook for Writing and Learning (Write Source 2000 Revision)'' by Patrick Sebranek, Dave Kemper, Verne Meyer and Chris Krenzke, GREAT SOURCE; 6th edition (August 22, 2005) | *''Writers INC: A Student Handbook for Writing and Learning (Write Source 2000 Revision)'' by Patrick Sebranek, Dave Kemper, Verne Meyer and Chris Krenzke, GREAT SOURCE; 6th edition (August 22, 2005) | ||
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*''The Hodges Harbrace Handbook'' by Cheryl Glenn and Loretta Gray, Wadsworth Publishing; 18th edition (January 1, 2012) | *''The Hodges Harbrace Handbook'' by Cheryl Glenn and Loretta Gray, Wadsworth Publishing; 18th edition (January 1, 2012) | ||
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*''Handbook of Grammar & Composition, A Beka Book, 5th Edition''. A BEKA BOOK; 5th edition (January 1, 1970) | *''Handbook of Grammar & Composition, A Beka Book, 5th Edition''. A BEKA BOOK; 5th edition (January 1, 1970) | ||
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*''Garner's Modern English Usage.'' Oxford University Press; 5th edition (November 17, 2022) | *''Garner's Modern English Usage.'' Oxford University Press; 5th edition (November 17, 2022) | ||
Revision as of 13:55, May 4, 2024
Writing is one of the healthiest hobbies that anyone can have. Many can have a wonderful career with it.
An interesting analysis of the average word count by great authors is roughly 1,000 words per day, with some having more and others less.[1]
A listing of the number of words in famous novels is available (50,000 is roughly an average, though a few are 9-10 times as long),[2] as is the word count of famous short stories.[3]
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Advanced writing/composition skills
Advanced writing/composition skills are writing skills that go beyond the freshman year of college.[4] Examples of advanced writing skills are: persuasive writing/copywriting; technical writing and writing for particular fields.
Books on writing, grammar and usage
See also: Books on writing, grammar and usage
Below are some books on writing, grammar and usage.
Books on how to be a better writer
- The Elements of Style, Fourth Edition by William Strunk Jr. and E. B. White, Independently published (March 16, 2023)
- On Writing Well: The Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction by William Zinsser, Harper Perennial; Anniversary,Reprint edition (April 5, 2016
- Style: Lessons in Clarity and Grace by Joseph M. Williams and Gregory G. Colomb, Pearson; 10th edition (January 14, 2010)
- The New Oxford Guide to Writing by Thomas S. Kane, Oxford University Press; Reprint edition (April 28, 1994)
- An Utterly Correct Guide to Clarity and Style: Dreyer's English by Benjamin Dreyer, Random House Trade Paperbacks; Reprint edition (August 4, 2020)
- The Sense of Style: The Thinking Person's Guide to Writing in the 21st Century by Steven Pinker. Penguin Books; Reprint edition (September 22, 2015)
- Spunk & Bite: A Writer's Guide to Punchier, More Engaging Language & Style by Arthur Plotnik, Random House Reference; Reprint edition (May 8, 2007)
- How to Write Like a Writer: A Sharp and Subversive Guide to Ignoring Inhibitions, Inviting Inspiration, and Finding Your True Voice by Thomas C Foster. Harper Perennial (September 6, 2022)
- The Elements of Eloquence: Secrets of the Perfect Turn of Phrase by Mark Forsyth, Icon Books Ltd; UK ed. edition (January 1, 2016)
Book that covers the following topics: Writing process, grammar, and study skills
- Writers INC: A Student Handbook for Writing and Learning (Write Source 2000 Revision) by Patrick Sebranek, Dave Kemper, Verne Meyer and Chris Krenzke, GREAT SOURCE; 6th edition (August 22, 2005)
Books on English grammar
- The Hodges Harbrace Handbook by Cheryl Glenn and Loretta Gray, Wadsworth Publishing; 18th edition (January 1, 2012)
- The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation: An Easy-to-Use Guide with Clear Rules, Real-World Examples, and Reproducible Quizzes by Lester Kaufman and Jane Straus, Jossey-Bass; 12th edition (May 4, 2021)
- High School English Grammar and Composition Book (Multicolour Edition) by V, Prasada, Rao N D, S Chand & Company (December 1, 2015) - Revision of a popular book by Wren and Martin (Separate answer key book is available)
- The Grouchy Grammarian: A How-Not-To Guide to the 47 Most Common Mistakes in English Made by Journalists, Broadcasters, and Others Who Should Know Better 1st Edition by Thomas Parrish. Wiley; 1st edition (September 24, 2002)
- Grammar for a Full Life: How the Ways We Shape a Sentence Can Limit or Enlarge Us by Lawrence Weinstein, Lexigraphic Publishing (November 17, 2020)
- Handbook of Grammar & Composition, A Beka Book, 5th Edition. A BEKA BOOK; 5th edition (January 1, 1970)
Books on English usage
- Garner's Modern English Usage. Oxford University Press; 5th edition (November 17, 2022)
- Fowler's Dictionary of Modern English Usage by Jeremy Butterfield. Oxford University Press; 4th edition (June 1, 2015)
- Common Errors in English Usage: Third Edition by Paul Brians. William, James & Company; 3rd edition (October 15, 2013)
- The King's English: A Guide to Modern Usage by Kingsley Amis. Bertrams Books (January 1, 2011)
